Clifton Hicks - Cacklin' Hen (Early Gourd Banjo)
This YouTube video showcases an original arrangement of the song "Cacklin' Hen" performed on a 4-string early gourd banjo. The banjo itself is handmade by Clifton Hicks, who also built it. The video mentions the specific tuning of the instrument (gGCE, relative) and contrasts it with the common 5-string banjo tuning (gCGCE). Supporting links are provided for the creator's Patreon, Bandcamp, Spotify, iTunes, Venmo, and PayPal, indicating a focus on promoting the musician's work and heritage.






