With so many clawhammer tutorials out there, we wanted to create one with our own spin. Barry Hunn has been teaching newcomers to the banjo for over 30 years and in this video you will start as a beginner and end with a firm foundation on basic clawhammer technique.
Once you have mastered this section, part two is just a click away.
CLICK HERE FOR PART 2
So grab your banjo and enjoy.
Part 1: An Introduction to Clawhammer.
Introducing the new Goodtime Deco Series, a stunning tribute to the vibrant American Art Deco design movement of the 1920s when the banjo reigned as America's most beloved instrument.
Learning how to play the banjo is no different. There are different types of banjos and plenty of new terminology for parts of banjos and playing styles. Aspiring players also wonder what makes one banjo better than another.
Watch and listen to Deering artists play our banjos and choose your favorite tone!
Well done! Thanks for providing an excellent video for folks beginning clawhammer playing. A bite-sized non-threatening tutorial.
excellent teaching
As an 80 plus guy just starting banjo this is just the simple approach I need. Barry does a fantastic job and has sold me on clawhammer. I’ll now switch from bluegrass for now. Many thanks indeed.
This is a wonderfully done beginning presentation. Followed closely it leads to great technic.
I have wanted to play the banjo for many years but have just never got started. I ran across your video on the Deering Clawhammer Method and it got me interested. i really don’t know where to begin. I don’t know what kind of bano to buy nor the right method for playing for me so I am writing here because i enjoyed the video. My experience, with string instruments is very limited. I truely would be a beginner beginner. Do you have any advice for me. I am 76, retired, enjoy all kinds of music and looking for something to put a kick in my step. Thank you for listening. Ed
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