Minstrel Banjo

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  • Bolton Clog Hornpipe

    Bolton Clog Hornpipe

    This one comes from page 14 of Buckley's Banjo Guide 1868. The dotted rhythms are supplied only in… Tim Twiss Sep 12, 2009 44 views

  • Savory's Jig

    Savory's Jig

    This song from Buckley's 1868 (page 13) had almost no fingerings in the score, but seemed to adapt… Tim Twiss Sep 11, 2009 53 views

  • The Newton Jig

    The Newton Jig 01:19

    This song is found in the Dan Emmett Manuscript, as well as Buckley's New Banjo Method of 1860. Not… Tim Twiss Sep 9, 2009 65 views

  • Brigham's Quickstep

    Brigham's Quickstep

    In commemoration of the great Frank Converse on the 106th anniversary of his death. May I add that… Tim Twiss Sep 5, 2009 70 views

  • Bandurand Polka

    Bandurand Polka

    Nope, not a band from the 80's. It's from Buckley 1868. (also Dobson 1877) There are several in thi… Tim Twiss Aug 27, 2009 97 views

  • Two from Converse 1886

    Two from Converse 1886

    "Cane Brake Reel" and "Mississippi Walk Around". From a "later" book (1886) but played in a style t… Tim Twiss Aug 26, 2009 69 views

  • Two More From Briggs'

    Two More From Briggs'

    Here are a few tunes played straight from the Briggs' Banjo Instructor of 1855 which are instrument… Tim Twiss Aug 13, 2009 53 views

  • De Ole Jaw Bone

    De Ole Jaw Bone

    Another one that shows the full framing of this cool little stage. You are right Rob, a few bodies… Tim Twiss Aug 12, 2009 79 views

  • Lucy Long

    Lucy Long

    Played at the historic Fayette Historic Ghost Town (Michigan's U.P.) in the Music Hall. What an awe… Tim Twiss Aug 12, 2009 79 views

  • Hyde's Favorite

    Hyde's Favorite

    This one is taken from the "Little Yellow" book by Frank Converse. Tim Twiss Aug 12, 2009 47 views

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