Love, love, love this video! The most helpful I've found yet. It's a good place to go once you're ready to actually learn a song. You have a great way of presenting that makes it easier to follow than some of the other videos I've come across. Thank you so much for posting!
I really enjoy your videos! The way that you demonstrate what you're doing, and how you speak to your listeners is not only understandable, but kind. You have a non-condescending demeanor that helps me to believe that I can learn. Thank you so much!
Monique Derrick glad to help. I think you can approach learning any folk or country song the same way. Find the chords, practice singing, as rhythm, and work up from there! 😄
Steve, as always, thank you for sharing your breadth of knowledge. It's surprising how many talented banjo players are on YT that don't teach. Much obliged, friend.
Thanks, you make this really easy compared to anything else I've watched on here. I immediately recognized that clawhammer pattern as something I was already doing, having stumbled upon it by accident trying to imitate other stuff I've heard. I picked up banjo the December before the pandemic & set out to learn Scruggs's style from out of his book, but found it really difficult to get a handle on and never could do much with it. I think I can get a handle on it from this and maybe finally learn a song or two, and why not Johnny Cash!
Nice Overview of How To Clawhammer ANY Song! Really well done. You have a knack for teaching (as well as playing!). Thanks for putting this out there for those of us less musically inclined. Much appreciated!
EXACTLY. When he said "just find the lyrics and chords" it opened my eyes to many possibilities. Like, if I want to learn a new song all I gotta do is find the chords and lyrics and add the old time frailing and that's it.
I love this....but I really need a close up of the strumming. I have never played an instrument in my life but I have always wanted to play a banjo...I need all the help I can get. Thank you for your videos.
Yes, I could frail the chords, throw in slides, pull offs and drop thumbs, in short see what I could come up with as you suggest. However I watched this video to find out how Steve Harrison did it. In short I would much appreciate a description of the actual fingeings that produced that enviable song backing
Sorry you didn’t find what you were looking for. I’ve made about 40 how-to videos that focus on technique and how I play. You might find something there worthwhile: czcams.com/play/PLyE2ghwXNwbhw3JqfH3RuL1fn3E6qaD5r.html At the end of the day, I don’t do breakdowns of individual notes or tabs, because that would only get in the way of your progress. I never play a song the same way twice. Instead I explore the rhythm and melody off the chord shapes using a small set of dynamics (left and right hand). It ends up sounding a lot more sophisticated than it really is; when you sing, the listener adds more to the song than is really there. Or maybe you’ve already got the hang of clawhammer banjo. I’ve found that nearly every player I enjoy listening to end up having their own signature way of playing. That’s the essence of folk music. I would much rather here Joanne’s version of this song than to hear yet another copy. There are a bazillion great banjo teachers out there, so I’m sure you’ll eventually find what you’re looking for. Keep on playing! 😊
Your 2nd cord seems to make a much deeper sound than mine on my new banjo? I’ve checked my tuning multiple times and even checked other videos and it sounds fine there.
I think that’s because the banjo I’m playing has a 12-inch pot with thicker bass strings. The notes are the same, but just a deeper tone. That’s why I fell in love with this particular banjo. 😊
I started with a Silvertone (the brand Sears used to sell), which is a decent beginner banjo if you don't want to shell out much $$ to start with. On mine, I found the action way too high and needed to sand down the bridge.
You know im just beggining banjo and i have went through so many begginer videos that are too hard to understand and they dont explain at a level begginger understand but you just tought me a song in 10 minutes
Finally a great teacher
finally....a video an old guy with a new banjo can understand. Well done. I hope to find more of similar videos from you.
me and you mate, the same
Thanks for this. I’ve been stuck on bluegrass for a couple of years and wasn’t enjoying it, but this has giving my banjo and me a new lease of life!
thankyou so much i was recently in a welding accident and cant find a way to play banjo. love your channel
Just found your channel. Thanks a million. You make instructions sink in and that makes you an awesome instructor
Thank you,I always learn so much from your videos.
So calm - you are a great teacher!
Appreciate your video, easy to learn, and the song will live on. Ring of Fire!
It's already been said but I want to repeat it, this is great. Thanks for taking the time.
Love, love, love this video! The most helpful I've found yet. It's a good place to go once you're ready to actually learn a song. You have a great way of presenting that makes it easier to follow than some of the other videos I've come across. Thank you so much for posting!
Brilliant advice. Thanks for your vids, always very clear
I really enjoy your videos! The way that you demonstrate what you're doing, and how you speak to your listeners is not only understandable, but kind. You have a non-condescending demeanor that helps me to believe that I can learn. Thank you so much!
Great teaching. Thanks for your clear style. Inspiring.
thanks for tthis video! it made me realize i could play any song in clawhammer style as long as i have the chords
Great instruction Steve ,You make a good Teacher.
Thank you brother! This was incredibly helpful
I just bought a new banjo here recently and I like how you break things down. Enjoy your videos. Thanks
Nice! I was playing the song at the end of the lesson. Thank you!
Great way to build up and learn the song. Good job!
Just wanted to say thanks as well. I have been learning banjo and love this song but it has been hard to find something that i could do. Love it.
Monique Derrick glad to help. I think you can approach learning any folk or country song the same way. Find the chords, practice singing, as rhythm, and work up from there! 😄
Steve, as always, thank you for sharing your breadth of knowledge. It's surprising how many talented banjo players are on YT that don't teach. Much obliged, friend.
Great lesson. Incredibly helpful. Thank you so much. 👍
Thanks, you make this really easy compared to anything else I've watched on here. I immediately recognized that clawhammer pattern as something I was already doing, having stumbled upon it by accident trying to imitate other stuff I've heard. I picked up banjo the December before the pandemic & set out to learn Scruggs's style from out of his book, but found it really difficult to get a handle on and never could do much with it. I think I can get a handle on it from this and maybe finally learn a song or two, and why not Johnny Cash!
Thanks for an inspirational lesson 👍👏🏼
You've got a really nice way about you. This is great! Thank you.
The FeralK thanks! 🤠
I was just thinking the same thing...really cool teacher, easy to learn from. Thank you!
love your perspective on playing!
just fou d your channel steve. really one of the best tutorial for beginners i have watched. a d i have watched many! a big thank you from the UK.
Nice tutorial! Thanks, this is just what i have been looking for
This is excellent! Thanks so much for sharing this!
Nice Overview of How To Clawhammer ANY Song!
Really well done. You have a knack for teaching (as well as playing!). Thanks for putting this out there for those of us less musically inclined. Much appreciated!
EXACTLY. When he said "just find the lyrics and chords" it opened my eyes to many possibilities. Like, if I want to learn a new song all I gotta do is find the chords and lyrics and add the old time frailing and that's it.
This will be the first song i learn on banjo, thanks
Brilliant lesson
Good instruction steve ever thought of writing an instruction book with some of your chosen favourite songs love the videos 🎅👌👍
Great video, thank you
Love it!
That was amazing
Outstanding
great lesson
Your banjo is gorgeous.
Brilliant 👍👌
Thank you.
You are the nicest person on youtube, sir.
Good one. thanks
Thank you
Nice, another thumbs up from me.
I love this....but I really need a close up of the strumming. I have never played an instrument in my life but I have always wanted to play a banjo...I need all the help I can get. Thank you for your videos.
Very helpful
Thanks dude
Your a badass! Haha thanks
Thanks, buddy!
Eric Eckmann thanks for the idea! I was sittin around plunking out songs anyway. 😊
Thanks for the video!
Whenever I play the d chord my high g of the strum sounds off. What am I doing wrong?
That's a nice banjo! What make is that?
Cool . . . er i mean HOT song. Thanks.
👍👍
Yes, I could frail the chords, throw in slides, pull offs and drop thumbs, in short see what I could come up with as you suggest. However I watched this video to find out how Steve Harrison did it. In short I would much appreciate a description of the actual fingeings that produced that enviable song backing
Sorry you didn’t find what you were looking for. I’ve made about 40 how-to videos that focus on technique and how I play. You might find something there worthwhile: czcams.com/play/PLyE2ghwXNwbhw3JqfH3RuL1fn3E6qaD5r.html
At the end of the day, I don’t do breakdowns of individual notes or tabs, because that would only get in the way of your progress. I never play a song the same way twice. Instead I explore the rhythm and melody off the chord shapes using a small set of dynamics (left and right hand). It ends up sounding a lot more sophisticated than it really is; when you sing, the listener adds more to the song than is really there.
Or maybe you’ve already got the hang of clawhammer banjo. I’ve found that nearly every player I enjoy listening to end up having their own signature way of playing. That’s the essence of folk music. I would much rather here Joanne’s version of this song than to hear yet another copy.
There are a bazillion great banjo teachers out there, so I’m sure you’ll eventually find what you’re looking for. Keep on playing! 😊
What kind of banjo do you use?
What banjo do you use?
Your 2nd cord seems to make a much deeper sound than mine on my new banjo? I’ve checked my tuning multiple times and even checked other videos and it sounds fine there.
I think that’s because the banjo I’m playing has a 12-inch pot with thicker bass strings. The notes are the same, but just a deeper tone. That’s why I fell in love with this particular banjo. 😊
Hi Steve Is there a banjo you can recommend for this style of banjo playing, I love the mellow sound of your banjo
brendan tindall thanks! The one I’m playing is a Pisgah Rambler Dobson. I got my start playing a Goodtime. Those are nice too. 😃
I started with a Silvertone (the brand Sears used to sell), which is a decent beginner banjo if you don't want to shell out much $$ to start with. On mine, I found the action way too high and needed to sand down the bridge.
You know im just beggining banjo and i have went through so many begginer videos that are too hard to understand and they dont explain at a level begginger understand but you just tought me a song in 10 minutes
Sebastian Odisho awesome! Glad to help. 😃
How long you been playing banjo. Cheers eddy T
Why isn't more instructional videos lime this on the 4 string banjo?
You may have just inspired this musical idiot to give clawhammer banjo a try. Love the way you break it down,
David Aguiar awesome! Welcome to banjo! 😄
I'm Ariyana and I'm 12 and I clawhammer at a rapid speed this was a really good demonstration on clawhammer
Are you anywhere near the North East US? I'd love private lessons.
Love the banjo the singing needs help alot of help
What kinda banjo is that?!
SillyCybin67 Pisgah Dobson Rambler. I find the ringing notes compliment my sparse style of playing. 😊
There must be some really bad welders where you are from!
#weldingaccidentbanjo
How about hello darling con way twitty