Claw-hammer Tips & Tricks : Old-Time Claw-hammer Banjo with Rachel Eddy (Online Heritage Workshops Summer 2021)

From how to execute your playing with good mechanics and economy of motion to developing a style that is your own, this workshop will examine several approaches to improving your playing as a whole. During our time together I will offer thoughts on how to use your thumb to make the banjo swing in different percussive ways, and how to create and maintain groove. Additionally I wish to demonstrate how giving weight to certain notes can contribute to nice phrasing. We will study common phrases on the banjo and learn how to vary them in different ways, adding diversity to the tunes you play . This will not be a repertoire heavy workshop, rather we will use a tune or two that offer helpful techniques and learn them well! Being able to bum-ditty is required, and having experience with drop thumbing is recommended.

This event will take place in real time on Zoom. Members can access the session via the Zoom links in their email.

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If you have any questions, email augustaheritagecenter@dewv.edu