This YouTube video offers a traditional banjo lesson on an original arrangement of "Cotton-Eyed Joe." The instructor, Clifton Hicks, demonstrates two distinct playing styles: two-finger (thumb-lead) and overhand (clawhammer). The lesson utilizes an early 1900s S.S. Stewart "Amateur" banjo tuned to f# DGAD. The description also provides links for obtaining the tablature, supporting the creator financially, and accessing their music on various platforms, highlighting a focus on banjo heritage, old-time music, and related folk traditions.
This video showcases a unique, unmarked banjo from the 1800s, possibly made by HC Nelson. The instrument features sand-shaded hardwood inlays depicting a sun and crescent moon on the peghead. The creator demonstrates its sound and playability, noting a slight neck warp. The banjo is tuned to gCGCC with medium-light nylon strings, including a wound 4th string. The video references various banjo playing styles like overhand, clawhammer, and two-finger, as well as historical and folk music traditions from Appalachia and beyond, with mentions of numerous influential old-time musicians and styles.
This video features a handmade, fretless mountain banjo crafted by Clifton Hicks. The instrument boasts a black walnut neck and a red oak pot. The performance showcases a tune titled "High Top Shoes" played in the gCGCE tuning, utilizing a thumb-lead and eCEGC fingerpicking style. The description also provides links to the artist's various platforms for purchasing music, supporting him on Patreon, and other social media connections.
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