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How To Play the 5-string Banjo
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I recently picked up a second hand, 1962, copy of this book by Pete Seeger, and this…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Adams Feb 11, 2014.

Chris Sands banjo strings
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I have seem these recommended several times but I'm not sure where to buy them. Can anybody recommend a supplier and - ideally - post a link please?Many thanksTrevorContinue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Trevor Boyd Nov 24, 2012.

Shooting videos
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I would be very interested what set-up members use for shooting the videos on the site. Eg model of camera, any special equipment etc?How do you monitor what it looks like? Do you angle the…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Trevor Boyd Feb 11, 2012.

Advice needed please
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I have been trying to learn classical banjo on and off for a few months now, using a combination of tutor books* and the video lessons on this site. (Thank you Ian!). However I still find that…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Trevor Boyd Dec 28, 2011.

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"I've been away from here for (quite) a while and this is indeed good news! I wish Clem Junior every success. Trevor Boyd"

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At 21:53 on June 10, 2011, thereallyniceman said…: Hi Trevor,

Thanks for the posts and welcome to Classic Banjo. I see that you have a metronome... cursed instruments of the devil ! :-)

My computer crash mayhem continues and I am still recovering all the data that I can from backup drives. One is now in transit to France, so I hope they can fix it!

You have made a wise choice in taking up Classic banjo, let's hope that we can help you!

Ian, thereallyniceman

At 9:56 on June 13, 2011, Paul Tombs said…: I remember you Trevor. If you look at my web site your pic is still there.

www.ptgraphics.co.uk. You could come to the next one in Preston 2012.

Help is always available.

At 17:26 on January 21, 2013, Alan Sims said…: I find the 521 a little easier if i lay 2nd finger on the a note at a slight angle and the pinky straight and flat as possible .

At 17:46 on January 21, 2013, Trevor Boyd said…: Thanks Alan - something to work at I guess.