Bretrick
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This song tells of a freedom-loving hobo who travels America’s railways, rivers and backroads in a forlorn attempt to forget a particular woman.
Do you enjoy Banjo picking?
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jujube
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I took banjo lessons 48 years ago. I learned to play three songs. All three sounded identical. I don't think I was a good student.
Lilac
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I like to listen to the music, but I don't play. The one song that always pops up in my mind when someone mentions banjo, is this one. Does that happen to anyone else?
Many years ago, I took up playing the banjo after reading the Fox Fire books. I played only for personal pleasure. Life got in the way and quit that but about ten years ago, took up the uke. At a family gathering, where several others were playing their instruments, someone asked me where I learned to pick. That skill had transferred to the uke and created a different sound to the traditional uke playing.
Have been thinking of taking it back up again.
Have been thinking of taking it back up again.
Aunt Bea
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stretch5881
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- Wisconsin
I used to play in much younger days. I was learning Scruggs style, then almost losing my index finger at work, I finally gave up. I could pick it up again in a different style but, far too busy now. I still very much enjoy listening to it though.
John was an awesome Musician, Storyteller and all around great guy. Was blessed to have set around with him a couple times.
I have played Old Tyme for years... Not me but my style
George1959
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Yes!!! This superb piece from the movie "Deliverance" (1972) also came to my mind.