How to Choose a Banjo Style and a Banjo

Be sure to check out my other video about choosing a banjo for multiple styles. youtu.be/vDUqA072ZbA

Thinking about starting the banjo but don't know where to begin? You aren't alone! In this video, I break down the two most common styles of 5-string banjo playing and the specific instruments that go with them.

Whether you were inspired by Earl Scruggs and Hee Haw or the old-time sounds of Grandpa Jones, this guide will help you choose the right banjo for your goals.

In this video, we cover:

The Resonator Banjo: Best for Bluegrass and 3-finger Scruggs style.
The Open-Back Banjo: Best for Clawhammer, Frailing, and Old-Time styles.
How to match your favorite "Banjo Heroes" to the right gear.

Once you've picked your banjo, come start Lesson 1 with me here if you want to learn bluegrass: youtu.be/XswGppdJs_c

Start here if you liked the old-time style: youtu.be/2a2RVFb3wXs

Time Stamps:
00:01:31 - The Resonator Banjo & Scruggs Style Demo
00:04:14 - The Open-Back Banjo & Clawhammer Style Demo

Check out my beginner lesson series:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLimF2H1ED8fXabeFAr6F…

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Banjos used: Recording King RK-R35 and Ramsey Woody

Recording King RK-35: amzn.to/2ITNHSw