"Very true John. As the years of banjo went on and subsequent generations took it up they learned how to write notation better. By the late 1880s banjo notation specific edits became more or less standard. By the late 1890s they…"
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A resource and gathering site for people interested in playing and constructing early banjos, and the history of minstrel music in America.
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Cupid's Dream Waltz
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Lazy Joe
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AEBG I
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Old Uncle Ned
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Joel Hooks replied to Chris Prieto's discussion How long do you take to learn a song you haven't heard before?
Strumelia replied to Chris Prieto's discussion How long do you take to learn a song you haven't heard before?"For tunes i particularly like, I tend to want to play them on more than one type of instrument (banjo, penny whistle, epinette, mtn.dulcimer, and yes bones too I consider an 'instrument'). So I generally approach a new tune by trying…"
John Masciale replied to Chris Prieto's discussion How long do you take to learn a song you haven't heard before?"I am a pianist, and sight reading has never really been the issue. The challenge is reading between the lines. Which string/position is a better choice? Are the notes really as written, or are they an approximation? Some songs I am still…"
Joel Hooks replied to Chris Prieto's discussion How long do you take to learn a song you haven't heard before?"My sight reading has gotten very good, mostly because I worked at it. If it is monophonic or has common harmonies I can typically sight read close to speed after "reading" through without a banjo in hand.
This is in A notation.…"
Chris Prieto replied to Chris Prieto's discussion How long do you take to learn a song you haven't heard before?"I like the idea of using fiddle tunes to sharpen up.
I always have a hard time with 6/8 tunes, they take me a lil extra to crack"
Sonny Bryan replied to Chris Prieto's discussion How long do you take to learn a song you haven't heard before?"That's "1/8th note or larger"...And I agree it can be a very satisfying process."
Sonny Bryan replied to Chris Prieto's discussion How long do you take to learn a song you haven't heard before?"It depends on the composition, Chris. Standard notation tunes comprised of mostly 1/8th notes are larger, that can be fairly easily grabbed on a fretless banjo, probably not too long. At least to get a sense of the music. At that point, it's a…"
Chris Prieto commented on Chris Prieto's photo
Coffin case by Terry Bell
"Thank you :)
Yeah, very happy with it. The letters are done in gold foil stuffs. It's a fun addition to the kit."
Strumelia commented on Chris Prieto's photoCoffin case by Terry Bell
"This is great! Oldtime player Ray Alden used to have a 'medicine show' wooden banjo case like this too, made for him. Wish i could find the photo!
Chris you must be thrilled with this. :) (and you well deserve…"
Chris Prieto posted a discussionHow long do you take to learn a song you haven't heard before?
I have begun trying to rely less on familiarity and memory and trying to play songs I don't remember hearing by only reading the sheet music. It's mostly shorter less popular tunes in the tutors.I love to play the tabs of songs I have audio for because I can plow thru em rather quickly and all the hard work is already done for me. But it occurred to me that I was starting to rely on the audio and if there was ever no electricity I'd be out of luck.It takes me quite long to end up with something…See More
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Coffin case by Terry Bell
Sure rapscallion and flapdoodle ain't the most historically accurate but this is for coaxing spare change from your pockets not a history lesson :)I wanted to post my own photo of it but I'm never gonna get around to it
Bob Sayers replied to Tom Taggart's discussion Harmonica Used by Minstrel Performers?"On the subject of reed instruments played during the Civil War, there's a wonderful broadside on eBay depicting members of the 5th Virginia Volunteers singing hymns to the accompaniment of a harmonium. Pricey, but quite nice.…"
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How long do you take to learn a song you haven't heard before?
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Harmonica Used by Minstrel Performers?
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Lightweight banjo case...
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Clarke Buehling and Carl Anderton on Soundcloud
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29" scale length gourdie
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