Everything You Wanted to Know About Clawhammer Banjo

by Ken Perlman

One of the world's top players addresses nearly every aspect of the popular 5-string banjo style known as clawhammer or frailing. Chapter themes include fundamentals; advanced and experimental techniques; arranging and backup; how to play reels, hornpipes, jigs and other fiddle tunes; how to approach such genres as ragtime, bluegrass, klezmer, blues, calypso, and a wide variety of "national" and regional music; alternative tunings; setup and accessories; and historical background. Features 120 tunes along with numerous exercises and musical examples in crystal clear tablature. Includes access to online audio featuring all tunes illustrated by author.

Product Number:    99246M

Format:    Book + Online Audio

Skill Level:    Intermediate-Advanced

Pages:    200

Binding:    ebook

Size:    8.75 x 11.75

Date Published:    09_15_2015