Articles about the Banjo. Tabs, interviews, how to play, and general tips and tricks.
Are you a banjo player who wants to play your favorite guitar songs on the banjo? While there are many similarities between the two instruments, there are also some key differences that require a bit of adjustment when converting guitar tabs to banjo tabs. In this article, we will explore the basics of converting guitar … Read more
In this video from Happy Banjo Dude, we show you how to play the song ‘I’m Shipping Up To Boston’ by Dropkick Murphys on the banjo. Dropkick Murphys are an American Celtic punk/rock band that formed in 1996 in Massachusetts, USA. The song was originally released in 2005 on their album ‘The Warrior’s Code’ Check … Read more
Learning banjo chords can be a fun and rewarding experience. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, mastering the different banjo chord shapes is essential to playing the instrument effectively. In this article, we will explore some tips and tricks to help you learn banjo chords and improve your playing. Every beginner banjo … Read more
In this video from Jim Pankey, we show you how to play the song ‘I’ll Fly Away’ on the banjo. Originally written in 1929 by Albert E. Brumley and published in 1932, it has become the world’s most recorded gospel song. Artists that have recorded the song include Bob Marley, Kanye West and Alan Jackson. … Read more
In this video from Jim Pankey, we show you how to play the song ‘Country Roads’ on the banjo. The full name of the song is “Take Me Home, Country Roads”, and it was written by Bill Danoff, Taffy Nivert and John Denver. Peaking at number 2 on the US billboard charts, the song was … Read more