Minstrel Banjo

For enthusiasts of early banjo

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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Brian Kimerer replied to Strumelia's discussion A new Discussion - why
"LOL. "Hoist with my own petard""
Saturday
Strumelia replied to Strumelia's discussion A new Discussion - why
"(_)=='=~If only the best bird sang, the forest would be a very quiet place."
Saturday
Brian Kimerer replied to Strumelia's discussion A new Discussion - why
"I have not been here for a very long time. I have not been playing the banjo for the last couple of years. I found that I was getting worse at it instead of better, and that was discouraging. I have no group to play with, and that is discouraging.…"
Saturday
Al Smitley replied to Strumelia's discussion A new Discussion - why
"Good to see you back again, Andy.  Music is a constant exploration and sometimes a hiatus, as well."
Mar 18
Andy Chase replied to Strumelia's discussion A new Discussion - why
"6-7 years ago my musical pendulum swung more towards classic style for a few years, then early jazz and plectrum banjo, and then away from banjo music altogether.It's swung back to the middle somewhat over the last few months, to the point…"
Mar 16
rick Ceballos replied to Strumelia's discussion A new Discussion - why
"Hi Strumelia, it has been a long time since I have been here. I started playing Bach on the banjo which has taken a lot of time and effort.Ai just got a Bell Boucher banjo so now I will be revisiting my minstrel repertoire. Thanks for reaching out."
Mar 14
Samurai banjo liked Tony Thomas's discussion The hard truths about Picayune Butler
Mar 1
Al Smitley replied to Strumelia's discussion A new Discussion - why
"I just don't know how to record.  I've done it before but can't remember how and never get around to relearning."
Feb 14
Strumelia replied to Strumelia's discussion A new Discussion - test
"Ok, looks like it functions today. so....  Here's a question to any one still around- Can you give some of the reasons you think you are not posting here anymore?  I mean reasons aside from "others are not posting lately".…"
Feb 14
Strumelia posted a discussion

A new Discussion - test

Testing to see if I can start a new discussion, it didn't work a few days ago.See More
Feb 14
Tom Taggart replied to Al Smitley's discussion Mistake?
"I still check the site. Good to see some others who are still around. Hi y'all!"
Feb 14
Al Smitley posted a video
Feb 12
Al Smitley replied to Al Smitley's discussion Mistake?
"I still check the site and have, in my mind, that I will post in the future."
Feb 12
Paul Draper replied to Al Smitley's discussion Mistake?
"Hi Strumelia! Nice to hear from you. I haven’t been here in a while."
Feb 12
Strumelia replied to Al Smitley's discussion Mistake?
"I tried to start a new discussion just to say hi, but I only get site errors. Trying out this Reply to an existing discussion, to see if anything still works here. Looks like this site might be dead now? Anyway... Hi."
Feb 12
Tom Taggart liked Paul Draper's video
Jul 14, 2023
Paul Draper posted a video

Essence Of Old Virginny.

A Frank B. Converse original from the Analytical Banjo Method, 1886.
Jul 13, 2023
Chris Prieto liked Paul Draper's video
Jun 30, 2023
Tom Taggart posted a photo
Jun 28, 2023
Al Smitley commented on Dave Culgan's video
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White Cat Black Cat

"I can access it."
Jun 24, 2023

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A new Discussion - why

Started by Strumelia in Uncategorized. Last reply by Brian Kimerer on Saturday. 8 Replies

Mistake?

Started by Al Smitley in Uncategorized. Last reply by Tom Taggart Feb 14. 6 Replies

someone trying to join here...

Started by Strumelia in Uncategorized. Last reply by Strumelia Jan 24, 2023. 2 Replies

Bell Boucher for Sale

Started by Judith in Classified. Last reply by Greg Terry Jan 8, 2023. 7 Replies

 
 
 

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