How To Play Clawhammer Banjo

The Deering Clawhammer Method (Part 1)

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. 


24 comments


  • Bill Nash

    Thank,s Barry Hunn you are a great guy and teacher


  • Arnie Brown

    Thanks for this folks, It helps an old 85 years plus like me to get started again,

    Arnie Brown


  • Kurt Springer

    Do you ever use finger pics when playing clawhammer. Why or why not


  • George

    I love it..Thanks


  • Sandy Hengstler

    Thank you Thank you Thank You!
    I have been trying to play again after shattering my left shoulder. No surgery..it is what it is. This video has helped me pick up my Banjo again. I have a long way to go but now I know how to get there. I love my Deering and look forward to playing again!


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