Banjo
Give Me The Banjo – Now Available on DVD
The long awaited documentary "Give Me The Banjo" is now available! Our own Tony Trischka is the musical director for this project which was years in the making. Visit The Banjo Project website for a special link to purchase the DVD. The Banjo Project is a cross-media cultural odyssey: a major television documentary, a live stage/multi-media performance, and a website that chronicles the journey of America’s quintessential instrument—the banjo—from its African roots to the 21st century.
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2 new Banjo Lessons + Alternate Tab for Stealin’
We've just added two new lessons to the Intermediate Banjo area: "Foggy Mountain Breakdown Roll", and "Train 45". In other news, Tony has tabbed out an alternating thumb version for Stealin', find it at the very bottom of the Study Materials, located on the right hand column.... Have a great weekend everyone!
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New Intermediate Banjo Lesson: J.D. Crowe’s backup
New in Intermediate Banjo: Tony breaks down J.D. Crowe's backup playing. Tony had gotten a tape from someone in the 80s who had put a mic up to J.D.'s banjo from the Bluegrass Album Band recording sessions, which helped Tony transcribe the isolated banjo parts. In this two-part lesson, Tony dissects J.D.'s banjo parts for the Flatt and Scruggs tune "We Can't Be Darlings Anymore".
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Happy 88th Birthday Earl Scruggs! Watch Bass and Banjo Duet with Earl and Jake Tullock- Darlin’ Pal of Mine!
Happy 88th Birthday Earl Scruggs! Watch the classic Jake Tullock and Earl Scruggs Bass and Banjo duet "Darlin Pal of Mine Click Here"
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Last Day to Submit for Deering “Dream Banjo” Contest
Deering "Dream" Banjo contest - Entry DEADLINE 5pm PST Today!!! Contest entries will go to the judges next week and the winner will be announced following the Holiday. Good Luck to all entrants. Read More
Deering “Dream” Banjo Contest – Deadline this Month!!
Deering "Dream" Banjo contest - Deadline this Month!!! Learn the secrets of Banjo and test your skill for the chance to win a brand new Deering Banjo! Sharpen your Banjo Skills then enter your video for the chance to win a Deering Banjo and a year scholarship to the TTSB! Read More
Deering Banjo Contest
Learn the secrets of Banjo and test your skill for the chance to win a brand new Deering Banjo! Sharpen your Banjo Skills then enter your video for the chance to win a Deering Banjo and a year scholarship to the TTSB!
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New Banjo Setup Lesson Series
Hi Folks,
Just posted today, a new series of lessons on banjo setup and maintenance. This series features our new special guest Mike Munford. It's brand-new in the Special Guests section. Enjoy! but be careful if you try this at home! Read More
Just posted today, a new series of lessons on banjo setup and maintenance. This series features our new special guest Mike Munford. It's brand-new in the Special Guests section. Enjoy! but be careful if you try this at home! Read More