Videos tagged with oldtime music

This YouTube video, titled "Tune to Your VOICE Instead of a Tuner - Traditional Banjo Lesson" by Clifton Hicks, offers an innovative approach to tuning a banjo. Instead of relying on external tuners, the lesson advocates for tuning the instrument to the player's vocal pitch. The description highlights specific banjo tunings used for three different traditional songs: "Walking Cane" (gDGBD), "Coon Hunt Walkaround" (gCGBD), and "Last Gold Dollar" (Mole in the Ground) (gCGCD). The video also includes numerous links to the creator's various platforms for music, merchandise, and support, including Patreon, SubscribeStar, Bandcamp, Spotify, and iTunes. The video focuses on an instructional method for banjo players interested in old-time music.

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 showcases a handmade fretless tackhead minstrel banjo crafted by Clifton Hicks. The description highlights various old-time banjo playing styles including overhand, clawhammer, two-finger, and thumb-lead techniques. It delves into the historical and anthropological context of minstrel music, Southern Appalachian mountain music, and influences from Afro-Caribbean and West African traditions, as well as Métis, Creole, Melungeon, and indigenous North American music. The content mentions numerous influential old-time musicians and traditions, offering a deep dive into the roots and evolution of this musical genre.

This YouTube video, titled "Pretty Fair Damsel - Clawhammer Banjo Lesson (Morgan Sexton, Clarence Ashley)", focuses on teaching the clawhammer banjo style. The description highlights learning the tune "Pretty Fair Damsel" from recordings by Morgan Sexton and Tom Ashley, with a specific tuning (gCGCD). It also mentions various banjo playing styles, historical influences like minstrel shows and Afro-Caribbean traditions, and lists numerous influential old-time musicians. The content appears to be educational for banjo players interested in traditional Appalachian music and its historical roots.

This YouTube video features Clifton Hicks playing "Hand Me Down My Old Suitcase" on the banjo. The description delves into various banjo playing styles including overhand, clawhammer, two-finger, and thumb lead. It also explores historical and anthropological aspects of banjo music, touching upon Southern Appalachian mountain music, minstrel shows, and influences from Afro-Caribbean and West African traditions. The video lists numerous influential banjo players and traditions like Melungeon and indigenous North American music. Links for supporting the artist via Patreon, Bandcamp, Spotify, iTunes, Venmo, and PayPal are provided.

This video showcases a J.B. Schall Flush-Fret Banjo from the 1880s-1890s, presented by Clifton Hicks. It delves into historical and anthropological aspects of banjo playing, demonstrating various traditional styles such as overhand, clawhammer, two-finger, thumb lead, frailing, and stroke. The content touches on Southern Appalachian mountain music, early minstrel show techniques, and incorporates references to blues, waltz pieces, Tin Pan Alley, Afro-Caribbean, West African, Cajun, zydeco, Métis, Creole, Melungeon, and indigenous North American music traditions. The description also lists numerous influential banjo players and folk musicians.

This video showcases a professionally restored 1860s James Ashborn guitar, made in New York City. While the description delves into various oldtime banjo playing styles, historical musicology, and mentions numerous influential musicians, the core subject is an antique musical instrument. The video also promotes the creator's Patreon, Bandcamp, Spotify, iTunes, Venmo, and PayPal for support and music.

This YouTube video, titled 'Banjo #14 Show & Tell!', focuses on the history and techniques of playing the banjo, particularly within traditional Appalachian mountain music and early minstrel show traditions. It delves into various playing styles such as overhand, clawhammer, two-finger, and thumb lead, alongside a deep dive into the historical and anthropological roots of the music. The description lists numerous influential banjo players and related musical genres, suggesting a comprehensive exploration of old-time and folk music traditions. While the title mentions 'Banjo', there is no indication of firearms content.

This YouTube video is a Q&A session focused on the banjo, specifically the "5th string pip" and various playing styles like clawhammer, overhand, and two-finger. The content delves into the history, anthropology, folklore, and musicology of old-time banjo music, referencing traditional Appalachian mountain music and early minstrel show techniques. It also touches upon Afro-Caribbean, West African, Cajun, zydeco, Métis, Creole, Melungeon, and indigenous North American music traditions, as well as Southern culture. Numerous influential banjo players and musicians from various eras are mentioned.

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 compares an antique banjo to a Deering "Goodtime" model, offering advice for beginner banjo players. The creator, Clifton Hicks, an expert in old-time banjo music and traditions, discusses the merits of each instrument. He specifically recommends the Recording King "Dirty 30s" as a superior and more affordable option for beginners, highlighting its better quality and lifetime warranty compared to the Deering "Goodtime," which he notes has potential durability issues after its first year. The description also includes links to the creator's music platforms and support pages, and delves into the historical and cultural context of banjo music, mentioning various influential musicians and regional styles.

This video delves into the world of traditional banjo playing, focusing on improvisation and adding variety to musical pieces. It explores various playing styles including overhand, clawhammer, two-finger, thumb lead, frailing, and stroke. The content touches upon the historical and cultural roots of this music, referencing Southern Appalachian mountain music, early minstrel show techniques, and influences from Afro-Caribbean and West African traditions. It also mentions connections to blues, waltz pieces, Tin Pan Alley, and specific regional music styles like Cajun and Zydeco. The video highlights numerous influential banjo players and artists from various eras and backgrounds, aiming to provide a comprehensive overview for those interested in learning or appreciating traditional banjo music and its rich heritage.