This is for very first beginners, like me . Rome was not built in a day stop whining and either watch and learn or turn off. This man is helping and it s a start.keep it up .god bless.
I have tried off and on for years to play an instrument but never got the hang of it. But this instrumental video gives me hope because of the simplicity of the practice. I appreciate the "practice slow, learn fast " idea.
Hey, dude, you're a darn good teacher. I like your advice to practice slow. And you actually do it in this video.....not rushing us, and repeating the basics over and over to avoid frustration. EXCELLENT !
You make it sound look so easy mate at 73 i am going to give it a go, I had your boss here playing in my home in Australia for my family few years back they still talk about it say hi to Greg for me
Thank you thank you thank you! I have been so lost and frustrated, trying to figure out how to play the banjo for the first time. I don't want to play "Boil Them Cabbage Down" and am SO grateful that I was able to learn 3 - count 'em - 3 songs with the 2 finger method that I actually know and can sing to. You have made the banjo fun! I am inspired now to keep learning. Thanks!
+Sharon Cawley Thank you so much. This is exactly what we strive to do. You are now on your way, so enjoy the ride. And please refer to our blog, Hooks & Nuts for a vast amount of information including practice and playing techniques. Good luck and let us know if there is anything we can help with. blog.deeringbanjos.com/
Really encouraging! I am now quiet sure to get me a banjo...may be a deering ;-)...we all need more goodtimes. What a funny funspreading simple instrument.
That was ecellent! Even though i play guitar for years and know about frets and strings, this lesson was very nicely explained. Reduced to maximal simplicity. Fun, music, and contagious. What a nice guy. I found this because i‘m looking for a good entry level banjo and i guess i know what i‘m going to buy now
+Connor Coonfare Thank you so much! We always strive to do more than make a product. The product means a lot more to people if they can find out more and appreciate it more, whether that be as a collector who simply learns more about the craftsmanship that goes into it, or a player who learns how to play it and how to maintain it. Its all good fun either way, but we are happy that you appreciate what Deering does. If you have any ideas of what else you would like to see, we are all ears! Merry Christmas from everyone here at Deering Banjo Co
Great job. I have been playing the guitar for years and I have recently had a desire for a banjo. This video made me realize I can play the banjo right now with little problem. Wow. Thanks a bunch. : )
Aaahhh...so this has become a hobby, leaving negative comments on this video? If it doesn't work for you, we would encourage you to try an alternative. However, it definitely seems to be working for most, which is the only reason we made it. To help others learn. Thanks again for your valuable constructive criticism.
Muchas gracias por sus onsejos lo hace que sea muy fácil para mi y me gustaría entender los acordes que preciona de verdad estoy muy agradecido por lo que nos enceña pase la de maravilla y mucho éxito en su vida
Depends on the tuning. Open G is often considered standard in Blue Grass , but there are lots and lots of tunings. Also there are different hand shapes to make the same (well.almost the same) chords.....
Nuevamente molestando y deceadole un maravilloso día podría enviarme las dos canciones que toco para traducirla y ponerlas en práctica se escuchan muy bien Le envío un gran abrazo
My # 1 problem is not touching the strings perfectly on each note and chord. I'm in my 80's and my fingers are stubby and slow. Often I practice just trying to create D7, C, D, and Am ...etc............ Is there a practice method that would help me create the music of simple melodies ? ? thanx for your anwer..........
That term is generally used to mean picking tunes with TWO FINGERS of the right hand. I'm sure the people at Deering didn't mean to mislead you. Look for Clif Hicks' posts to find out how to play two finger, thumb-lead.
Thanks! We do love a good bit of well thought out, mature, constructive criticism. We will be sure to dull down the lameness in the future. Have a great day.
