Banjo

My 1st video shot in HD using a Canon XHA1s. The microphone used was an Audio Technica AT4033.

My take on Salt Creek complete with Bela-isms. The idea of the backup is to show what can be done with one or two fingers and some standard rolls.

Train 45 is the ultimate banjo breakdown. This song is usually played in excess of 170 bpm. It’s presented here at a moderate 140 bpm including three breaks and two backup examples. Tab is available, including backup, at seanray.com

Old Dangerfield is one of my favorite Bill Monroe tunes. It has three sections (A,B,C) instead of two. Monroe would add an extra 2/4 bar between the B and C sections that a lot of players omit. I like the added two beats so this arrangement includes them. I’ve kept the arrangement as Scruggs-ish as possible but in order to get some of the key melody notes it’s necessary to venture into some melodic style. This demo is around 90 bpm and up tempo would be closer to 140.