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Richard Katz
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Early banjo finger style description
Started this discussion. Last reply by Trapdoor2 Jul 21, 2016. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Just read this in Laurent Dubois' book, "The Banjo, America's African Instrument".Frank Converse, who published two influential banjo tutors in 1865, stated;"The first banjo I ever heard was in the…Continue
String comparison
Started this discussion. Last reply by Paul Draper Sep 8, 2015. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Seems most minstrel banjos are using Aquila Nylgut strings. These have a harder, brighter sound. I have these on my Hartel Boucher. I have nylon strings on my Sholder gourd banjo. Don't know the…Continue
Sweet Sunny South tab
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tim Twiss Jul 29, 2015. 14 Replies 0 Likes
Would anyone have a tab in Minstrel tuning for Sweet Sunny South or is this even possible?I really love this tune and I have been trying to sound it out by ear but have not been very successful.Color…Continue
Minstrel vest
Started this discussion. Last reply by Andy Chase Jun 25, 2015. 2 Replies 0 Likes
So...where does one purchase a nice Minstrel period vest preferrably in a nice brocade with a shawl collar? Maybe a place that sells period clothing you could recommend? Thanks! Richard
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- How did you find out about Ning Minstrel Banjo?
- Cedric Watson
- How long have you played banjo?
- Not long enough
- What kind of banjo(s) do you own?
- S.S. Stewart Special Thoroughbred, Luscomb No.1, Barry Sholder Gourd, and James Hartel Boucher no. 155.
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Old Dan Tucker
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Lotus Jig - 1883
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