Lessons
Basic Banjo Backup – Part 2
In this video, Dan Miller shows how to use some simple banjo rolls over chords to use as backup, then explains how to add notes to the rolls to make the back up more interesting. He also demonstrates how to add phrases that will connect chord changes together and presents some up-the-neck backup patterns. Tablature…
Beginning Banjo Backup-Part 1
In this video Dan Miller talks about backup, rhythm and accompaniment in a bluegrass band and how the banjo player participates in the rhythm section of a band. He also demonstrates some beginning techniques used in banjo back up.
Whiskey Before Breakfast for Guitar
Whiskey Before Breakfast is one of the most popular fiddle tunes at bluegrass jam sessions. In this video, Orrin Star demonstrates how you can play “Whiskey Before Breakfast” flatpick style on the guitar. Tablature is available on the Lessons page of the Bluegrass Unlimited website.
Don’t Let Your Deal Go Down on Guitar
In this video Orrin Star teaches how to flatpick a guitar solo for “Don’t Let Your Deal Go Down.”
Mandolin Rhythm
In this video Tim May discusses and demonstrates some basics regarding playing rhythm and accompaniment on the mandolin.
Cripple Creek on the Dobro
In this video lesson Dan Miller demonstrates how to play “Cripple Creek” on the Dobro. Also included are some right hand rolls and some practice licks that will help you prepare to play the tune. The tabs for the rolls, licks, and tune are included on the Bluegrass Unlimited Lesson Page.