This YouTube video, titled "Alabama Bound - Clawhammer Banjo Lesson," provides a tutorial on playing an original banjo arrangement of the song "Alabama Bound." The instructor, Clifton Hicks, demonstrates both two-finger and clawhammer techniques. He references his inspirations, including "Papa" Charlie Jackson, Henry Thomas, and Huddie "Lead Belly" Ledbetter. The video details the instrument used (an 1888 Thompson & Odell "The Luscomb" banjo) and its tuning (fCFAC ~ gDGBD), as well as the strings (La Bella nylon) and bridge (Joel Hooks). The description also includes various links for supporting the artist, purchasing merchandise, and accessing his music.
This video features Clifton Hicks playing "Alabama Bound" on an 1888 Thompson & Odell "The Luscomb" banjo. He shares the song's connection to his migrant farm worker grandfather from Alabama and his influences, including Henry Thomas, Lead Belly, and Papa Charlie Jackson. Hicks details the specific tuning used (gDGBD) and provides links to his Patreon, SubscribeStar, Bandcamp, merchandise, streaming platforms, and payment options.
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