Alternating Banjo Roll

Part of the Video Series How To Play The Banjo

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Posted by Denny on Saturday, 28 October, 2006 at 9:11 AM

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Going from guitar to banjo is so much easier with these videos, especially if you don't read music! Thanks to Fred for sharing his expertise!

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Alternating Banjo Roll
Hi I’m Fred with ExpertVillage.com and we’re talking about some basic banjo rolls. This time we’re going to talk about the alternating base roll, which is a version of the Earl Scruggs roll. This roll is exactly like the Earl Scruggs roll, except we alternate on the base strings. And when it’s speeded up it sounds like this.

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Expert: Fred Wilharm has taught and played bluegrass banjo for over 25 years. Read More


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