Clawhammer Banjo Primer Book for Beginners with Video and Audio Access

Book excerpt: The Clawhammer Banjo Primer Book for Beginners with Video & Audio Access by Brad Laird will teach you everything you need to know about playing clawhammer banjo. Clawhammer or "frailing" is an old-time Appalachian banjo style which predates the more common 3-finger Scruggs style. Experienced bluegrass players and beginners alike will enjoy learning the essential elements of playing the 5-string banjo in this interesting style. This course will teach you basic concepts like reading tab, the G tuning, basic strums, hammer-ons, pull-offs, and other essential techniques. Brad will also teach you how to play Cripple Creek, Cumberland Gap, and Old Joe Clark and many other songs. This course also features access to audio jam tracks and video instruction.