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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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! 😄
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: ruclips.net/p/PLyE2ghwXNwbhw3JqfH3RuL1fn3E6qaD5r 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! 😊
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 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
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!
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
thanks for tthis video! it made me realize i could play any song in clawhammer style as long as i have the chords
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!
love your perspective on playing!
Good instruction steve ever thought of writing an instruction book with some of your chosen favourite songs love the videos 🎅👌👍
Great video, thank you
Just found your channel. Thanks a million. You make instructions sink in and that makes you an awesome instructor
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.
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!
So calm - you are a great teacher!
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!
Finally a great teacher
Great teaching. Thanks for your clear style. Inspiring.
Great instruction Steve ,You make a good Teacher.
Great way to build up and learn the song. Good job!
It's already been said but I want to repeat it, this is great. Thanks for taking the time.
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.
Great lesson. Incredibly helpful. Thank you so much. 👍
Nice! I was playing the song at the end of the lesson. Thank you!
Appreciate your video, easy to learn, and the song will live on. Ring of Fire!
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.
Thank you
I just bought a new banjo here recently and I like how you break things down. Enjoy your videos. Thanks
Thank you.
This will be the first song i learn on banjo, thanks
Thank you,I always learn so much from your videos.
This is excellent! Thanks so much for sharing this!
Thank you brother! This was incredibly helpful
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.
Nice tutorial! Thanks, this is just what i have been looking for
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! 😄
Brilliant lesson
Your banjo is gorgeous.
You are the nicest person on youtube, sir.
Brilliant advice. Thanks for your vids, always very clear
Thanks for an inspirational lesson 👍👏🏼
great lesson
Outstanding
That's a nice banjo! What make is that?
Brilliant 👍👌
That was amazing
Thanks for the video!
Whenever I play the d chord my high g of the strum sounds off. What am I doing wrong?
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: ruclips.net/p/PLyE2ghwXNwbhw3JqfH3RuL1fn3E6qaD5r
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! 😊
Nice, another thumbs up from me.
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.
Thanks dude
Very helpful
Cool . . . er i mean HOT song. Thanks.
What banjo do you use?
Your a badass! Haha thanks
👍👍
Good one. thanks
Love it!
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! 😄
Thanks, buddy!
Eric Eckmann thanks for the idea! I was sittin around plunking out songs anyway. 😊
Are you anywhere near the North East US? I'd love private lessons.
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. 😃
What kind of banjo do you use?
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!
I'm Ariyana and I'm 12 and I clawhammer at a rapid speed this was a really good demonstration on clawhammer
#weldingaccidentbanjo
How about hello darling con way twitty