Looking for old time musicians in my area
I'm looking for folks to play music with in my new locale. I just moved to Springfield in southwest South Dakota. We're about 80 miles northwest of Souix City, Iowa, about 95 miles southwest of Souix...
View Articlewhat banjo is doc playing in this video?
if it is possible to tell :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XI1Z4rFcU14 thanks jack
View ArticleSkin Head for Tradesman? Flesh hoop?
Anyone try putting a skin head on a Tradesman? What did you notice about the change in sound/tone? For steel strings? For Nylgut? Also, where is a source for flesh hoops now? (R.I.P. Bill) Thanks,...
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Is it too early to ask for a Christmas present from you?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1929-Original-PreWar-Gibson-Florentine-Flathead-Banjo-/251043718780?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a735f267c#ht_4780wt_2569 Not asking for much....and Santana, I'VE BEEN A...
View ArticleHelp on this G lick please.
At the 0:36 second mark of this YT video of Murphy, she slides on the second string into a G lick. Two questions: Does this lick have a name? Can someone post a tab of it. I have the hardest time...
View ArticleBanjo player needed..Dayton, Ohio area
Bluegrass band in the Dayton area seeking a banjo player. We are seeking a player who is dedicated and can be a positive addition to our group. Current banjo player is moving to Canada. We play...
View ArticleI Need Help Locating a Song, Plzz Help?
The song is "Rounder at 21", I can find the song from lots of different artists, but not the version I'm looking for. It was on an old record/cassette with Melvin Goins doing the MC work....it may...
View ArticleAudix I-5 vs Shure SM57?
I've used both to mic my banjo and I think the Audix is warmer whereas the Shure sounds more accurate. Anyone used both of these mics with different results? More volume at the same gain with the...
View ArticleTin Roof
I've been working on this tune for a while. I'm having a hard time figuring out a tempo. Slow speeds make the D chord really ring, and I must admit I'm very fond of that. You can definitely play...
View ArticleHuber and Sosebee Bridges
I just listed some Huber and Sosebee bridges in the classifieds: http://www.banjohangout.org/classified/28144
View ArticlePunkin' Brown ~ John Cionca Chords & Lyrics
Hello folks, A friend of mine, John Cionca wrote this tune a few years ago, and I would like to see if some of y'all can help me with the chords, and I'll post the lyrics here on the Hangout. This...
View ArticleRoy's Own Picks
I just listed two sets of Roy's Own Picks for sale: http://www.banjohangout.org/classified/28145
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Field of Gold
I took this picture a couple of hours ago. Beyond the shimmering field of gold is the ocean with the treeless "Gunning Rocks" islands in the background...magical.
View ArticleNeck Swap
First, I'll try to make a long story short... I had been in a quandary about modifying my Deering Goodtime Special (openback) for clawhammer -- I start clawhammer lessons in May. Two options I was...
View ArticleBanjo Summit weekend at Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, NY on May 4-5, 2012
Come on over to legendary Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs, NY, for a Banjo Summit weekend on May 4 and 5, 2012! On Friday night, May 4, Tony Trischka and Territory will perform. On Saturday, May 5, the...
View ArticleI must say
I have to say that playing the banjo and anything banjo oriented is the most addicting thing that I have EVER encountered! Every morning when I wake up I look over at which ever one is on the stand...
View ArticleClarke Buehling
Hello all, I am primarily a Scruggs and three-finger style picker, but I love all styles of banjo playing, be it clawhammer, two finger, or minstrel style. Clarke Buehling is one who keeps the...
View ArticleWTB- J.D. Crowe Tailpiece (Presto) Old gold
Opened case to find tailpiece broken in three pieces. Gibson says covered by warrantee, but may be several months. Please contact me if you know where one can be found. Thanks, Joe.....
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