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I had them as well, but it was already in pieces on the curb when I got my hands on it. They dragged it across the sidewalk on its side... They side it didn't work anymore. I did find some broken hammers inside when taking it apart. But I honestly think after getting it all apart that they could have fixed it if they wanted to...maybe it was a budget or space issue for a small Montessori school..I don't know. I am just glad not to see it go in a landfill.

@@JDanielGraham Yes! Better an artful cabinet than a landfill.

I actually teach a whole on demand video course on making this instrument! jdgraham.net/product/fretless-octagon-kentucky-banjo-build/ But to set the angles its 360 divided by how many sides then divided that by two.

It is a saw stop. I was trained with comfort levels that are not for everyone haha. I am careful, i know my hands and eyes are my lively hood.

We will see how long till I get it done. Chipping away here and there. Thanks for watching.

very cool! It was such a well made object!

They were part of a large installation. Here is the background and some images from it. jdgraham.net/2016/03/the-lake-of-melchizedek/ And a video about its process. jdgraham.net/2016/03/ket-muse-moments/

Thanks I appreciate it! I have some interesting ones coming up. School has started so time has been sparse for filming

Im so glad you enjoy it! Man sounds like you have done a lot across art and craft, that's great!

oh cool! Yeah it's a fun town. If you come through again you are welcome to drop in.

Glad you liked it!

The drawings and all measurements come with the course.

Yes you can do it. It would take splitting the sides down to 16 sides then rounding them. This course is by hand with no power tools and only basic handtools. I also have one on an Appalachian mountain banjo that is round. ruclips.net/video/C3yrW9lP2YE/видео.html

if you have any other questions dont hesitate to give a shout!

I make them myself. I drew it out in illustrator then cut it out with a laser cuter. I could sell you a set if you would like

These are aquilla 5B strings. They also have the 7B strings for minstrel setups but they dont go up to full pitch.

Thanks so much!

oh thats so funny and true. I can't stand hearing it in airports! Hey if you ever want to come through Georgetown and talk shop it would be great to hang out! Just let me know

@@JDanielGraham That would be great! I’ll keep that in mind, when I can find the time! I would love to hear about the wood top banjos (I think!) I see the background of your vids sometimes, if you’re looking for another video idea. 😁

I get that. I listen to a lot of old time music and I got to a number of music festivals and I go to old time jams and play with others. I like the wrong notes as much as the right ones.

purple heart is not really the best in a fiddle. I would have used it in the fingerboard (that or some the original teak) but Leo wanted it more traditional which I respected. I was fully ready to make it full of all sorts of woods!

@@JDanielGraham really enjoyed your build. Beautiful work!

@@OldishGoalie I appreciate that. Thanks so much for taking the time to watch!

I do sell them and make custom ones for anyone who wants one! I dont really have them on my website right now. But have a handful available. Are you looking for something?

Howdy there @@JDanielGraham , ya one similar to that one ya got there, what would the price be for somethin like that?

@@JohnnyCornbread Each one is different based on the complexity of the carving or details or wood selection etc. This one would be in $3,250. It is available but I also have another silver tea kettle if you wanted to change it up to fit a budget. Just let me know!

It is such a fun banjo! I still play this one often. If you want frets you would need a few extra tools and materials but I could send you the specific fret demo videos if you end up getting the class. You would need a fret saw, Fret snips, a triangular file or fret file, and some fret wire.

Thanks for that!

Agreed!!

Thanks so much!

I think that is in the works!

Thanks. The music was something new to try and as I learned not for everyone...

Thanks so much. Yeah I think it sounds nice it just sounds softer than most banjos, which is not bad, just softer.

There are two sets that I would use. Nothing will be damage proof from the environment I imagine but these last longer on the hand and over time than others I have used. I am one of those people that try and get the most life out of any strings I can. I would recommend Vision Strings or Helicore Strings. They are lower cost and last well. I would not put crazy costing strings on there.

@@JDanielGraham thanks Daniel, which ones did you put on Leo’s fiddle?

@@heatherwilliamson-morton1260 I put the helicore on there I think. But i did change out for a gold E string for a warmer tone. It is not necessary but was a recommendation from a player that tested it out.

@@JDanielGraham yeah, I do like a gold E. ok well I might get a set to try out just to see what he’s going to be working with, thanks.

@@heatherwilliamson-morton1260 What is your relationship to him? Great Question but just curious why you wanted to know?? IF I can ask.

Thanks!

That sounds like a great night! Glad I could be a companion.

So glad you took the time to listen!

We all have those days. I am so sorry yours has not been the best. I pray and hope tomorrow is better! Wish I could help more than playing some banjo...but I am glad it helped raise your spirit.

I get that often. I was trained by a slightly odd bird haha. I am much more comfortable and stable with them higher unless resawing. Same reason I rarely use a fence on a band saw unless it is a 10inch and above resaw. thanks for looking out and thanks for watching!

haha! yeah its all hand carved. It was a fun project!

You can see the whole process here. ruclips.net/p/PL-oy0wwDZFUYJR3Ol3BEB-5LUNppapNUi It is episode three that has the carving.

Thanks! I think that was classier for sure.

Man that is fantastic! Thanks so much for that. I can't wait to see how it comes out! What kind of banjo are you planning on making??

@@JDanielGraham Going for the Kentucky octagon for a first try, Looks nice and easy haha. Using Pahautea (New Zealand Cedar) for the sound chamber and Puriri (sometimes called NZ teak) for the neck. No fretboard, just simple for a first try. Might use Black Maire for the tuning pegs.

@@jaxongrant1 Sweet!

Thanks!

I appreciate it