First Lessons on Banjo is an ultra-easy instruction manual for beginning five-string Banjo played in the three finger style in G tuning. It can be used by those with no previous experience with the Banjo or music of any sort.It is so basic it can be used even by small children. The book features very detailed descriptions of even the most basic aspects such as wearing the picks properly the correct picking motion and noting the strings properly.These are aspects that are so basic most manuals skip over them. There are many detailed photos several from the player's point of view not from in front of the Banjo.First Lessons on Banjo covers themost basic rolls the Alternating Thumb Roll and two Forward Rolls the three basic chords plus the relative minor chord. All musical examples are presented in tablature with the melody notes in boldface type so the student knowswhich notes to emphasize.All arrangements include lyrics which is very important to the novice who is trying to train the ear to hear the melody among the fill notes. Several tips and suggestions about the proper mentalapproach are included that will lead to playing by ear and arranging at an earlier stage in the student's development. There are also suggestions about developing the proper mental approach and about speed reading of tablature.These suggestions are not found in any other Banjo instruction book. The 'finale' arrangement is Cripple Creek a popular Banjo standard that when mastered should give the novice a great sense ofaccomplishment.The accompanying audio download includes all tabbed examples with the rhythm instruments and lead Banjo in separate channels. The songs are played at three tempos the first tempo VERY slow then a mediumtempo version and finally at performing speed with Guitar Mandolin and Bass accompaniment. The up- tempo accompanied versions are all together at the end of the recording so the final tracks can be used as a listening recording.

This DVD lesson is perfect for those who want to play three-finger style bluegrass banjo - from scratch. You may never have touched a banjo before but that's OK. Pete (Dr. Banjo) Wernick will have you picking right from the opening minutes of this DVD. By the time you finish you'll accompoany songs play solos and have a real understanding of the instrument. Here are just some of the things you'll be learning: Basic chords and how to use them Slides hammer-ons and pull-offs Right hand 'rolls' in the three-finger bluegrass style Finding the melody notes on the neck of the banjo and incorporating them into roll paterns How to play more than a dozeneasy songs in the bluegrass style In short this one DVD will give you everything you'll need to get your bluegrass banjo picking off to a great start!

Flathead 5 String Banjos Of The 1930s And 1940s-While Gibson produced literally thousands of banjos prior to WWII only a handful were made in the now most desirable configuration: the Original Flathead Five-String Mastertone. Since Earl Scruggs helped to make them the most sought-after banjos in the world over 60 years ago these instruments have amassed a cult-like following.These particular banjos featured a completely innovative design when the Gibson Company introduced them around 1930. They have since become the benchmark in design sound quality and just sheer power among banjo players. They have therefore also become the inspiration for nearly every successful 5-string banjo that has been manufactured for the pastfive decades.Like Martin Dreadnaught and Fender Stratocaster guitars the Gibson Mastertone Banjo has achieved an exalted status: It is appreciated far beyond its utilitarian purpose as a musical instrument and considered a truly original American art form. The Mastertone design and style are instantly recognizable by musicians and music lovers around the world even if imitated by other manufacturers.Of the 130 or so Original Flathead Five-String Mastertones known to exist 19 of the absolute best are featured here. The Scruggs Reno Jenkins Crowe Osborne Huber and Mills banjos are shown in all of their glory with details of their known histories and provenances as well as never-before-seen photos bills of sale factory shipping ledgers and other ephemera relating to these rare and highly desirable instruments.

The world of melodic jazz Banjo soloing is revealed in this comprehensive method which leads a student from basic intervals to advanced theoretical concepts and finally to a firm foundation in jazz fundamentals. Included areover 90 exercises and examples written in both tablature fingerings and standard music notation which show how scales and arpeggios are used and how they apply to real playing situations. Every five-string Banjoist can benefitfrom the information contained in this breakthrough volume whether they aspire to jazz or just want to find out more about the possibilities and structure of the Banjo.Starting with basic intervals 'Straight-Ahead Jazz for Banjo' shows the structure of all basic chord types and qualities and matches these to the scales that generate them. The book's basic concept model is to treat the five-string Banjo'spotential in an inclusive technical context so that the student can make use of open and fifth strings to create a smooth legato style. Each of the 90+ exercises are recorded with a metronome and progress to 16 additional examplesof original jazz phrases in a variety of keys. Topics include functional major and minor key harmony diminished and augmented scales and how they are used and the integration of altered scale substitutes in the art of jazzimprovisation. It stresses listening and learning in a logical structured manner with an example of a daily practice plan.The unique emphasis of the book is on the fingerings which make the instrument work for youtechnically and thus open up added possibilities for the development of a student's personal style. This long-awaited volume will surely bring new focus and perspective to any Banjo style and will be a classic reference for manynew generations of Banjoists. Includes access to online audio.

There aren't many banjos players more widely heard, or who have performed before more people, than Ron Block. Working with Alison Krauss and Union Station since 1991, Ron's distinctive banjo sound has become nearly as much a part of the group sound as Alison's voice. Ron has taught in a limited number of worshops, but this is his first instructional DVD of any kind, offering a detailed look at his unique approach to the banjo. This 2 DVD release from AcuTab begins with Ron explaining how he learned, and what resources have been useful to him, plus how he looks at both left and right hand patterns. AcuTab's John Lawless leads him through a discussion of several topics, including tone production, Ron's use of bends and chokes, how he arranges solos, and improvisation. Ron goes into great detail about his practice routine, showing examples of exercises and drills he uses to stay in shape. He discusses how to use a metronome in your practice, with several examples. He also describes a number of guitar techniques and concepts which have informed his banjo playing, such as working within 'boxes,? or blocks of frets, and learning to visualize and play scales and patterns both vertically and horizontally. The meat of the DVD is in the songs Ron teaches, which are played in a number of keys and tunings. You'll learn Cluck Old Hen, Tiny Broken Heart, Man Of Constant Sorrow, I'll Remember You Love In My Prayers, Everytime You Say Goodbye, Bright Sunny South, My Poor Old Heart and Smashville. Each song is played with a band before Ron breaks it down lick by lick, and is then shown (medium and slow) in a split screen orientation. Three screen orientations are available for the split screen sections, based on whether the left or right hand is of greater interest - or seeing them both at equal size. Two audio mixes are available for the band sections: normal, and banjo-heavy. 3 hours and 45 minutes on 2 DVDs, with tab booklet. / Banjo (5 Cordes) / 225 pages / niveau : Débutant/Intermédiaire / 2-Dvd Set - Format: 7,5 X 5,25

With Online Audio-The traditional sound of the Banjo is well-suited to Christmas tunes lending them an authentic truly festive air. Christmas Songs For 5-String Banjo contains 20 well-loved songs forthe holiday season all arranged by the well-known composer performer and five-string Banjo specialist Janet Davis. Selections include material for various levels of ability and offer a variety of styles. This book isarranged in a tablature and lyric only format. Christmas Songs For 5-String Banjo contains the favourites Deck The Halls God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen Good King Wenceslas Hark! The Herald AngelsSing It Came Upon A Midnight Clear Jingle Bells Jolly Old Saint Nicholas Joy To The World O Come All Ye Faithful and more.      This book comes with a companion online audio download. This is astereo recording which contains all the music in the book played slow and up-to-speed. The fast version also includes Guitar accompaniment.

This fun and easy bluegrass banjo book and CD takes you from the very beginning. Beginning with an introduction to the instrument the book teaches you basic banjo technique such as three-finger rolls how to read banjo chordcharts playing back up and hand placement setting the foundation for the repertoire found in the book. Featuring classics such as 'Boil Them Cabbage Down' 'Cripple Creek' and 'Tom Dooley' this book will get you playing in notime! Music presented in tablature.

With My Banjo On My Knee... The Banjo Songs of Stephen Foster includes some of the first and most popular songs written for this evocative instrument. As well as the complete lyrics to each song and an extensive bibliography there are also historical notes that describe the meaning of the songs their place in history the significance and influence of the musicians who first performed them. The included CD contains demonstration recordings of each arrangement performed on solo minstrel banjo.

Par MURPHY HENRY. Now on DVD. Having trouble with banjo? Want to play songs that sound like something? Want to play songs your friends might recognize? Songs that aren't so darn fast? Banjo for Misfits is what you need! Designed especially for adults. Uses basic licks to play great arrangements. Basic chording explained. No Tab. Includes Boil Them Cabbage Down, I Saw the Light, Worried Man, Do Lord, and Two-Dollar Bill. (1 hour, 50 minutes) / Niveau : Débutant / Bluegrass - Methods / Méthode / Banjo à 5 Cordes

Builds on the material covered in Lessons 1 and 2. Learn some common left hand techniques and add them to your songs. Learn three common left hand techniques -hammer ons pull offs and slides - and how to incorporate them intoyour right hand patterns. Learn valuable drills for coordinating movements of the left and right hands. Learn how to add these left hand techniques to the roll arrangements we learned in Lesson 2. Also includes the tab readingand string changing chapters from Lesson 1.

When you hear ?gospel banjo ? you might think about tunes heard at every bluegrass festival played in the Southern gospel tradition. But author Eddie Collins breaks new ground with this collection of the 40 popular songs included nearly 20 of them have not been previously arranged for banjo!Lyrics are below each melody note to give the player a sense of where to stress notes to bring out the melody above the fill-notes of the rolls. Each song is played on the CD!

Learn How to Pick the Bluegrass Way. Here's a surefire way to get going and learn how to play the 5-string banjo bluegrass style! Detailed tips and explanations provide help and understanding of the fundamentals and how to apply them to make you a great banjo player. Topics covered include: tuning - reading tablature - basic rolls - intros, breaks, fills and tags - 30 bluegrass songs - and much more. Includes access to audio tracks online for download or streaming.

Par YAFFEY CARL. If you can play a few tunes on the bluegrass banjo but haven't played much with others (or at all), this book will show you what you need to know to sit in on a hot jam session. Geared toward beginner and intermediate players, this book covers playing chords, including which ones to play and when to play them. You'll also discover how jam sessions work and how to act in a session, along with advice on practicing at home. The included CD contains nine tunes performed at a typical jam session. The music is on the left channel with dialog about the tunes such as the name, the key, and the chord progression on the right. / Niveau : Débutant à Intermédiaire / Bluegrass - Improvisation / Méthode / Banjo à 5 Cordes

A terrific lesson specifically devised for Banjo players that wish to sing and accompany themselves in the clawhammer style featuring Grammy-winning performer Cathy Fink.Starting with easy songs Cathy shows how to find the right key for your voice use the capo play a simple accompaniment and pick out scales and melody notes within the chords. You'll discover how to embellish your tunes with slides hammer-ons pull-offs and other important tricks that will add drive and complexity to your performances.Cathy also introduces some more advanced techniques and different tunings including double thumbing old-time modal sounds waltz time and a superb showcaserendition of Oh! Susanna that combines them all!