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Archive for 2018
Ask the Banjo Teacher - Going from Guitar Player to Banjo Player
Hello Ross, I saw you demoing this instrument online. I’m really a guitar player, but am giving banjo a crack, and have one of these. How do you adjust the action on this. It seems a little high up the neck. The neck does appear straight. Thanks, Darrell PS Your pickin sounds great by the way.Read More
Free Banjo Lesson with Loop2Learn
Try out Loop2Learn App for slowing down banjo with this Free Banjo Lesson by me, Ross Nickerson. Loop2Learn only cost $1.99 and it will change your banjo practice experience in a positive way IMMEDIATELY!Read More
Glossary of Common Banjo Words and Phrases by Ross Nickerson
Find out what all the words associated with playing and learning to play the banjo mean by using Ross Nickerson's Banjo Word Glossary. This glossary of banjo related word definitions defines in simple to understand "layman's" terms the most common words, terms, phrases and musical descriptions needed to play, teach, and learn "how" to play the banjo.Read More
Gold Star Banjos-Availability and Facts
Ask the Banjo Teacher: Ross Nickerson Customer message: Ross... I've got an 05 Gold Star GF 85 which I've played for 13 years.... Really like the Gold Star. Looking to move up in quality but stay with Gold Star... what is the gold star, in your opinion, for around 2k? thanks, JimHi Jim, Gold Star only has one model in production now. But you emailed at a good time. For the last two years I have hadRead More
Learning How to Play, Tune and Set up a Resophonic Banjo or "Dojo"
How to Play, Tune and Set up a Resophonic Banjo or "Dojo"Learn more about how to play a Resophonic banjo or "Dojo". Recommended strings to use, tips on tone, alternative tunings and other insights into transitioning from a normal 5-string bluegrass banjo using 3 finger Scruggs style technique to playing a Dojo, Resophonic Banjo or ResNick. Read More
Photos of RK76, RK-85, What is a Snuffy Smith Bridge? Does Changing...
Ask the BanjoTeacher questions - Questions from students and customers sent to Ross Nickerson Hi Ross, Would you please send me photos of the new banjos when they arrive? The EK76 and RK-85? I have a couple questions, What is the Snuffy Smith bridge? How do you set them up for the best sound? I read somewhere that replacing the head will greatly improve the sound. Any comments?Read More
Testing the Differences between a Mahogany and Maple Banjo Neck
One of my students from purchased a Nechville Flextone banjo. He could not decide between a maple or mahogany neck so he had an ingenious idea that no one had tried before, HE GOT BOTH. With Tom Nechville's easily removable banjo neck design called the flux capacitor he could switch between the two necks easy. This article is about the differences we found between two identical banjo necks, one made of mahogany and one of maple, then switched and tested on the same banjo. Read More
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The Banjo Cruise
The Banjo Cruise
The Banjo Cruise Workshop is held in a large private conference room that is essentially sound proof and separate from all other passengers. The workshop takes place during the days we are at sea so you can visit all ports and still have plenty of time for fun with your spouse, family or friends while on the cruise. The class sizes are small ensuring that each student receives the assistance and encouragement they need.ST Pete Banjo Camp
Annual Banjo Workshop weekend in Sunny St Pete Beach Florida!
The Academy of Performance Arts with Ross Nickerson
Banjo camp seminar and group banjo lesson workshop in the USA for bluegrass 5-string banjo in Florida at sunny St Pete Beach. This is an annual Florida banjo event and held during the winter months for locals,winter residents and students who want to escape the cold while improving their banjo playing, and having fun doing it.The Banjo Safari
The Banjo Safari
Join me for an unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime experience traveling to Africa for an African Photo Safari. I am to be teaming up with our professional Safari guides Kevin and Tricia Dooley on an adventure that none of us will forget. We'll spend our mornings and late afternoons exploring the wildlife of South Africa, and the mid day will be filled with a banjo workshop that should be fun and rewarding. - Resources