Videos tagged with musicology

This video, titled "Early Banjo History - Part 12," is part of a series by Clifton Hicks exploring the historical roots of the banjo. It delves into the instrument's connection with music history, US history, and specifically highlights its links to colonialism and Black history. The description provides numerous links to the creator's various platforms, including Patreon, website, Bandcamp, Spotify, and donation pages, offering further resources for banjo enthusiasts and patrons. The content is clearly focused on historical and musical education rather than firearms.

This YouTube video features a close-up demonstration of "German War" banjo playing, specifically focusing on up-picking techniques. The description highlights a variety of traditional and historical banjo styles, including overhand, clawhammer, two-finger, and thumb-lead. It delves into the history, anthropology, folklore, and musicology of banjo music, referencing its roots in southern Appalachian mountain music and early minstrel shows. The content also touches upon Afro-Caribbean, West African, Cajun, and zydeco influences, as well as Indigenous North American musical traditions. Numerous influential banjo players and musicians are mentioned throughout the description, providing historical context and influence.

This video delves into the intricate process of carving a V-profile banjo neck, offering a detailed woodworking tutorial. While the title focuses on banjo neck construction, the description expands significantly to cover a wide spectrum of old-time banjo music, including various playing styles (overhand, clawhammer, two-finger, thumb lead, frailing, stroke), historical influences (southern Appalachian mountain hoedown, early minstrel shows), and a deep dive into related musicology, folklore, and cultural traditions. It mentions numerous influential banjo players and connects the music to Afro-Caribbean, West African, Cajun, zydeco, Métis, Creole, Melungeon, and indigenous North American music. The video aims to educate viewers on the history and techniques of traditional banjo music and its cultural roots.

This YouTube video showcases the traditional clawhammer banjo playing style, featuring the song "John Henry." The description delves into various historical and anthropological aspects of banjo music, including its roots in Southern Appalachian mountain music, minstrel shows, and Afro-Caribbean influences. It also lists numerous influential old-time and folk musicians. The creator provides links for supporting their work through Patreon, Bandcamp, Spotify, iTunes, Venmo, and PayPal, indicating a focus on sharing their musical artistry and historical research.

This video explores the world of old banjos, offering guidance on where to buy them and how much to expect to spend. It delves into various playing styles, including overhand, clawhammer, two-finger, and thumb-lead techniques, alongside traditional Southern Appalachian and early minstrel show methods. The content also touches upon the historical and anthropological aspects of the banjo, its connection to blues, waltz pieces, Tin Pan Alley, Afro-Caribbean and West African music, and mentions specific traditions like Cajun, Zydeco, Métis, Creole, Melungeon, and indigenous North American music. A comprehensive list of influential banjo players and related musicians is provided.

This video explores the early history of the banjo, specifically focusing on the period between 1750 and 1850. It delves into the origins and evolution of this musical instrument during a significant era. The description provides links to the creator's Patreon and Bandcamp pages, suggesting potential access to more content or direct support for the artist.

This video features Clifton Hicks discussing Native American hardwoods used in traditional banjo building. The description includes links to his Patreon, Bandcamp, Spotify, iTunes, Venmo, and PayPal for his music and support. It also lists various banjo playing styles and historical influences, including oldtime, folk, southern Appalachian, minstrel show techniques, and mentions numerous influential musicians from these genres. The content delves into the history, anthropology, folklore, research, and musicology surrounding banjo construction and playing traditions, with specific references to indigenous North American music.

This video focuses on traditional American old-time music, specifically featuring banjo playing techniques such as overhand, clawhammer, two-finger, and thumb lead styles. It delves into the history, folklore, and anthropological aspects of southern Appalachian mountain music and early minstrel show traditions. The description also highlights influences from Afro-Caribbean, West African, Cajun, Zydeco, Métis, Creole, Melungeon, and indigenous North American music. A comprehensive list of influential banjo players and musicians is provided, underscoring the genre's roots and evolution.

This YouTube video features musicians Steve Kruger, Nathan Taylor, and Jeremiah "Bink" Campbell performing "Wild Bill Jones." The description focuses heavily on traditional old-time banjo techniques, including close-ups and demonstrations of various playing styles like overhand, clawhammer, and two-finger picking. It also delves into the historical and anthropological aspects of this music, referencing Southern Appalachian mountain music, early minstrel shows, and Afro-Caribbean, West African, Cajun, zydeco, Métis, Creole, Melungeon, and indigenous North American musical traditions. The description lists numerous influential old-time and folk musicians, highlighting a deep dive into roots music.