03-29-12, 06:28 PM
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Earl Scruggs Inspiration
After hearing Earl Scruggs passed on to that bluegrass patch in the sky, I thought it might be nice to learn the 5-string banjo. I've always wanted to, so any reason is a good reason.
Does anyone on the board know how to play? I'm a fair guitar player (better bassist), but the banjo is pretty different. I'm not above taking some tips from an experienced picker.
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03-29-12, 08:16 PM
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Contrary to popular belief I have never played the instrument. Good Luck
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My brother plays a little. He has taken some lessons from a guy who is older than the hills down in NC. I really love to listen to banjo, even had a Bluegrass band play at our wedding reception. I was sad to hear about Earl Scruggs.
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03-29-12, 11:22 PM
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Wow, motivation comes from many things....................
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04-01-12, 03:16 PM
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Bryce, the closest I've ever came to what you're working on, is eating a 96 oz steak, after John Candy died.
Good luck!
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04-02-12, 02:02 PM
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I played guitar for quite a few yrs in my youth. (cant believe I just said "in my youth" lol) and I always thought itd be cool to play the banjo.
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04-02-12, 03:40 PM
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Well, I will find out soon. I ponied up some cash for a pretty good banjo. I guess if I can handle a 6-string fretless bass finger-style, I should be able to handle a banjo....I hope hehe.
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