Mel Bay's Banjo Method: C Tuning - Concert Style
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| Rating | : | 4.90 (876 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 087166495X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-08-07 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The hand positions recommended by Mr. This book, written for those with no prior musical experience, is the definitive text for learning C-tuning concert, or classic-style 5-string banjo. Online audio of select pieces and exercises featuring Rob MacKillop now available.. No plastic or metal picks are used on the right-hand fingers, nor are the fingernails used, but rather the bare fingertips. The technique described here is radically different from that found in other books about the 5-string banjo, and no tablature is used. Written by the late Frank Bradbury, Banjo Method provides a thoro
With his wife Ann on piano and William McMichael, the group made three records as The Pyquaug Pickers. When he finished high school, Frank formed The Venetian Trio which toured most of the United States on the Chautauqua circuit. Bradbury's first method book was published in 1926. About the Author Frank Bradbury (1896-1981) was born in Bethel, Vermont. Also during the 1920's Frank played regularly on the radio both as a soloist and as conductor of the Crescent Serenaders. He also performed and taught for decades, including performances at Alex Magees's New Rochelle concerts in 1949-1951. For over 25 years Fra
"Comprehensive Book" according to George Martin. Worth purchasing if you are interested in 5 string finger style playing. Eases you in gently then befoer you know your are playing some difficult tunes
Another early Bradbury ensemble was the Bradbury Banjo Quintette, made up of five fingerstyle banjoists and a guitar banjo. He was one of the original members of the American Banjo Fraternity when it was formed in the late 1940's. In recognition of his contributions, Frank was made honorary president of the American Banjo Fraternity in 1968. He is considered one of the greatest five-string soloists, performers and teachers of all time. He also performed and taught