Videos tagged with Fretted Instrument

This video showcases a rare 1940s Gretsch Bacon "Belmont" banjo. The description details the banjo's history, tracing its lineage back to Fred Bacon's factory destroyed by the Great New England Hurricane of 1938. It explains how Gretsch acquired the Bacon name and produced these instruments for Montgomery Ward between 1946 and 1950. The video provides details on the original price and its modern equivalent value, highlighting the instrument's historical significance and collectible nature.

This tutorial introduces the two-finger banjo picking style, emphasizing its simplicity for beginners. It details right-hand finger assignments, comparing the thumb-lead rhythm to clawhammer, and demonstrates techniques like drop thumbing. Proper hand posture and wrist ergonomics are also covered for comfortable playing.