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J.B. Schall Flush-Fret Banjo 1880s-1890s

J.B. Schall Flush-Fret Banjo 1880s-1890s

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Published on November 5, 2018
Duration: 6:39

This video showcases a J.B. Schall Flush-Fret Banjo from the 1880s-1890s, presented by Clifton Hicks. It delves into historical and anthropological aspects of banjo playing, demonstrating various traditional styles such as overhand, clawhammer, two-finger, thumb lead, frailing, and stroke. The content touches on Southern Appalachian mountain music, early minstrel show techniques, and incorporates references to blues, waltz pieces, Tin Pan Alley, Afro-Caribbean, West African, Cajun, zydeco, Métis, Creole, Melungeon, and indigenous North American music traditions. The description also lists numerous influential banjo players and folk musicians.

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