Can you play any bluegrass song in clawhammer style?
Since having switched to clawhammer, I've been surprised at how many bluegrass songs can still be played in clawhammer. A few however, I've questioned, and I have not yet seen anyone attempt them....
View ArticleDan Gellert's Black Eyed Susie
Howdy folks, Im trying a stab at Dan's version of Black Eyed Susie: https://youtu.be/exNGwQcusRU. I gotta say, this is giving me FITS! I think my classical training has made me to square to really get...
View ArticleSongs for triple C tuning
Can anyone suggest some tunes that are well suited for playing in triple C (gCGCC) tuning? I play both claw hammer and two finger thumb lead styles.I've been working on Darling Corey in triple C, so...
View ArticleTiming Exercises?
HiI'm aware that my timing wants improving along with everything else. Can anyone recommend exercises they have used/seen to improve timing?Thanks in advance.Adri
View ArticleProblem with tackhead banjo sliding/rotating in lap..
Not sure where to post this question. I have a tackhead banjo which I really like. The banjo isn't well balanced in that the neck is heavier than the rim (since the rim is void of any hardware). The...
View ArticlePrivate lessons
I would like to find a very good teacher to give private lessons. I live in Bowling Green KY and would drive up to an hour for weekly lessons. I had a great teacher many years ago, he was actually an...
View ArticleCall for TOTW volunteers
You all know the drill - if you would like to do a Tune of the Week (or two) in the next three months or so, just send me a message through the Hangout.(If you are new to the TOTW and would like to...
View ArticleTOTW 09/16/2016 Liberty
For this week I'm submitting the well-known, and well-loved, tune "Liberty." It's a tune that I learned in my first or second year of playing banjo, 40 years ago, from tablature. I play it pretty much...
View ArticleLittle help with my wonky ears....can you match these notes?
Working on some ear training and trying to pick out some melody notes from Susan's Gone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lP1VRvOPyqMI'm also trying to figure out tunings/keys etc. If I have this in...
View ArticleFailing at using the Frailing Scoop
For those that play over the scoop, how high is your action on the high G string? I'm so use to playing over the head, but have a scooped banjo now and I really love that sound, but can't seem to get...
View ArticleHoppin Johns???
Attended the Banjo Workshop Showcase Saturday and it was so awesome and fun to be there!!! Can anyone name the 4 Players starting from left to right with the lady being on the far right end.......i...
View ArticleAnyone want to get a kickstarter campaign going for Koken?
Anyone want to get a kickstarter funding campaign going to pay Koken to tab out his entire Banjonique album? I'd sure love to get a tab book of that album.
View ArticleSnark SN-8 SuperTite Tuner
Thinking of buying one of the Snark SN-8 tuners.I'm currently using a guitar tuner app on my phone, which is awkward.I see there is a "new model" SN-8 with a "Tap Tempo".I assume that is a metronome...
View Articletabs and lyrics
Beginner to clawhammer and trying to learn songs. I really don't know how some should sound. Is there somewhere to find songs with tabs and showing where the lyrics are placed among the tabs?...
View ArticleTaking a tune from basic melody to full tune
Greetings all and thanks for your responses: I have been playing clawhammer for a few years and can play a few tunes that I have learned from books/tabs. I use the basic bum ditty, (note, rest strum,...
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TOTW, 9/23/16 -- Pretty Little Dog
Sometimes it’s a friend, a jam, a workshop, a concert, or a CD/DVD that gets you motivated to learn a new tune. In this case it was after reading Lew Stern’s new book Dwight Diller, West Virginia...
View ArticlePlaying with work damaged hands? Newb questions.
Hi there. Keen newbie here. Playing/learning clawhammer about 2 months on a borrowed Washburn resonator banjo. Absolutely loving the experience and pleased with my progress (even drop thumb works!)....
View ArticleSlides on banjos, what's your favorite setup?
I've been using a glass slide on an openback Goodtime with a renaissance head. Sounds good, but I'm in the market for an upgrade. I may consider the slide usage when deciding on my next purchase. I'm...
View ArticleTina Steffey tone???
I've been enjoying Adam Steffey's New Primitive album a ton. I love the claw hammer that his wife plays. It really pops out bright but still has a real full/round sound like a really good mandolin...
View ArticleClawhammer Beginner
Hey all!! I was at a festival recently and was inspired by hearing a young fella playing clawhammer banjo. He was amazing and I want to try it. However, I know my personality and I know that I don't...
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