For enthusiasts of early banjo

Lesson Page

Yes. Adding to what John said, it seems that it may be of great service to have a Lessons Page in the toolbar above. It would provide basic information in a clear way. We are growing in numbers every day. We can't assume that people joing already know a lot. Going back over the basics will help everybody get off to a good start. We will address basic things like tuning, basic technique, repertoire, and the instrument itself. Look over on the Ning Classic site for a model. I think we will break it up into shorter lessons.

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Permalink Reply by Greg Adams on July 23, 2011 at 7:05am

Great idea to add such a facet to this site. Do you have some preliminary videos ready to go yet?

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Permalink Reply by Dena Lee on July 23, 2011 at 7:55am

HooRay!! This is exciting. Thank you. Most of what I play is original. Having a lesson page will bring me up to speed with the group.

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Permalink Reply by Dan Gibson on July 23, 2011 at 9:41am

Great idea. The currently small role early banjo plays in my storytelling programs has been extremely well-received by kids and grownups. Anything I can learn that helps me get better at it, and perhaps expand its role, is very welcome. Also, what can I do to be helpful?

Dan Gibson, Storyteller/Banjoplayer

Dallas, TX; Burlington, NC

www.dangibson.net

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Permalink Reply by Kevin Gooding on July 23, 2011 at 12:36pm

Great idea!

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Permalink Reply by P M Tointon on July 24, 2011 at 3:45pm

Speaking as a novice I think this a great idea. I have already aquired a couple of minstrel music books but to see the technics worked through would be great.