"When I say classical I meant Classic the three finger approach you mention, not Classical, my bad.I think I've found where I get confused- The difference between A and C notation. I don't feel comfortable tuning my banjo up to C, because I…"
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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Negro Sand Jig II
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Whelpley’s Jig
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The Lily. (Mazurka.)
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Walk Around
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Japanese Grand March
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The Cure.
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"Hi Ethan, I when you write "classical" do you mean what is now called "classic"? "Classical Banjo" is classical music played using bluegrass "rolls" on steel wire with Hawaiian guitar…"
More Guitar Style Resources?
I've been messing with Guitar Style recently, as I wanted to get into classical banjo, but the three finger approach just never clicked for me. The four finger approach given to us by Frank Converse's tutors just work for me a lot better. I just am noticing I'm pretty limited in my score options- Except for anything by Converse, most classical banjo pieces were written for the three finger style. Anyone have more recommendations for stuff like Converse? I am learning out of his 1886 Analytical,…See More
Negro Sand Jig II
From Kerr’s Second Collection of Merry Melodies For The Violin (1880’s), by way of Tim Twiss’ “Gourd Banjo Music.” For more on “sand jigs” see: https://en.m....
"Great work and a nice listen. I highly recommend downloading this collection. "
COLLECTING BANJOS
COLLECTING BANJOSby Jim JacquetAnnouncing the new, expanded, PAPERBACK version of my banjo ebook,(formerly titled, An Informal History Of The Banjo).A high quality, printed, 8 x 11 banjo book you will want to own and enjoy!With a New Title, New…
Far South Reel Medley
Quick medley before breakfast, pure banjo-style, from F. B. Converse, 1886.
JWS Appomattox Convergence
Haven't seen it mentioned, but I'm guessing our annual JWS banjo convergence at Appomattox is a no-go this year??See More
"Nice! I have a Barry Shoulder gourd banjo. I also have a Calkins mountain banjo. Thanks!"
"Congratulations Andy! Really nice work and great project!"
"I got my first gourd banjo in early 2010, which led me to poke around for information about stroke style playing, which I was vaguely aware of but never pursued as I'd never had a suitable instrument.This led me to Carl Anderton and Tim…"
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More Guitar Style Resources?
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JWS Appomattox Convergence
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Nate Calkins Gourd Banjo
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Bones. Lots of bones.
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Tunes For The Times of Antebellum America
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