Videos tagged with tackhead banjo

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.