"It's already available on this site as Ian posted the mp3 links - apologies Ian. Feel free to remove!"
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One for the smokers...
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I am really enjoying reading the old BMG's. Apparently the staff of BMG were very impressed with this 'ingenious device' and bought a stockpile to sell to readers for a shilling each (BMG 1918 05) -…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Pär Engstrand May 4.
Most Popular Classic Banjo Tunes
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I'm interested in what were the most popular classic banjo tunes during the golden age of classic banjo (1880s to 1920). I am particularly interested in tunes written specifically for the banjo. I…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by carrie horgan May 6.
Zither banjo help
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I'm going on holiday to Kent in a few weeks and noticed on Ebay that there is a Zither banjo near where I am staying. I wondered what you make of the condition of the fretboard - the inlays are good…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by carrie horgan May 4.
Female composers
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Hello banjo friendsThere were many female composers of ragtime piano - Irene Giblin, May Aufiderheide, Sadie Koninsky to name a few - and many of these tunes were then played on the banjo however, I…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by carrie horgan Apr 15.
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Zither Banjo: An Irish Phantasy by Cammeyer - Rob MacKillop
"Well, Rob, it's hard to judge it really - the Houghton had the wrong strings and high-ish action but am sure it will be a good ZB once properly set-up. I will post updates. "
Zither Banjo: An Irish Phantasy by Cammeyer - Rob MacKillop
"Lovely Rob - very pretty tune; almost like a chord melody arrangement. I thought 'this sounds familiar' and then realised it is on the Clive Palmer 'Banjoland' album. I have taken the Houghton zither banjo to The…"
"Hi Rob - Joel Hooks and Dave Caron both have posted videos playing these banjos. Joel posted a review on Banjo Hangout - hopefully he will spot your post. "
Zither Banjo: Cammeyer: Cornish Dance No 1 - Rob MacKillop
"Thank you Richard!
Looking forward to hearing more Cammeyer pieces, Rob."
Zither Banjo: Cammeyer: Cornish Dance No 1 - Rob MacKillop
"Yes, I am picking it up on Tuesday - however, I won't really be able to set-it up properly until the following week. I imagine it will take some tinkering!
I have been listening to 'Black-tie Banjo At Home' - it has eight…"
"Hi there - I am not a teacher so hopefully others will offer advice but I do think the Ellis book would be good as it offers parts for first and second banjo - you could accompany the student and then the student could accompany you. I also…"
Zither Banjo: Cammeyer: Cornish Dance No 1 - Rob MacKillop
"I love the warm sound you are getting from the Zither. It's great to hear actual compositions for the zither banjo played on the instrument (unlike youtube renditions of 'Cripple Creek'!).
You are right about the…"
Joe Morley - Magnolia Walz
"Well done - that is a feat of memorisation! I find with classic banjo tunes with different parts that it is hard to keep the pace going - I tend to slow down and speed up. When I get my zither banjo I am going to try and find some…"
"Thanks for that, Marc - it's always helpful to hear how the tune sounds before attempting to play it. "
"RE: "Carolina Capers" publishing errata:
B part, 2nd ending, final note...should be a D natural.
I just finished keying it into Musescore. Wait, that note doesn't sound right...ah!
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"Yes, I understood. Peripheral to banjo music being current but not unrelated: you know Emile Grimshaw was always looking forward. He developed several models of electric guitar and went into business with his son Emile JR manufacturing…"
"Yes, maybe nostalgic is not the right choice of world. It is not nostalgic for me as it is not within living memory but is more about enjoyment of the tunes and learning about the history that goes with it. I guess I just meant that…"
"That seems to be so for some. For me nostalgia plays no part. I play the repertoire I like because I find it's musically viable. I don't stop eating food my ancestors ate because it is out of fashion. I'm not going give up…"
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Hello again...and some playlists
I have been a way for a while - I got distracted trying to learn some AJ Weidt pieces on the tenor banjo - but I now have the itch to start playing the 5-string banjo again.
I thought I'd share some Playlists I created on YouTube for Sunday listening/watching: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb6ujCgXt0SQrmdTyZ3WOJqLe2h2HxeYJ
Here is another one which is more ragtime…
ContinuePosted on November 5, 2017 at 9:00
The Bell Chimes
A pretty little tune - this is the Herbert J Ellis version (but with the Dobson intro). Hope you like this one, Ian (our resident Bell Ringer)
https://soundcloud.com/banjopickingal-1/the-bell-chimes
Edit by Ian:
I have added a Music player for Carrie's recording.
Very nice indeed Carrie, and a nice sounding banjo too. You sound better than my Handbell Ringing Team…
ContinuePosted on November 1, 2014 at 15:00 — 8 Comments
Comment Wall (6 comments)
- At 19:03 on February 5, 2014,
Alan Sims said…
hI Carrie , I realized after I asked you ,but that would be great . my email is jazzman3@btinternet.com
- At 11:33 on February 6, 2014,
Thank you Carrie. I have put it in my learning folder.Have you tried zither banjo schottische .The tab is in library under David Wade nice tune and not to hard to play .
- At 19:56 on March 10, 2015,
Keith Wilson said… - Hello Carrie, Just watched your video, playing "The Jubillee".
Your playing sounds very tasteful on my old Stewart Banjeurine,
I recently sold it to Kevin @ Findajo !
Regards-Keith
- At 18:45 on November 8, 2017, IAN SALTER said…
Hi Carrie,
I have really enjoyed playing stroke style from the Briggs' book on my tackhead but I'm finding the classic style much more satisfying, even at this very early stage. I'm taking it very slowly, working from 'Ellis's Thorough School' and as I'm retired, I have plenty of time to practice. I really do appreciate your offer of help.
If you, or any fellow players live near me and might fancy meeting up occasionally, please message me. I live near Eastbourne, East Sussex. I also travel to Oxfordshire every couple of weeks for a camping weekend so I could make a brief detour.
Best wishes, Ian.
- At 16:48 on January 27, 2019,
Clarke Buehling said…
Hi Carrie.
I started a msg to you, but my finger hit a button somewhere...away it went. You mentioned you liked City Point Jig. If you would like a copy I can send it or post it on this site somewhere. It's in "A" notation. Clarke
- At 16:13 on April 24, 2019,
Grace van't Hof said…
Thanks for the kind words, Carrie! I'm really enjoying getting to know this music so far!
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