Hello all!!!

I have been lurking and reading for just a little bit.

One of the things that I have always wanted to do was to learn the Banjo, but life always seemed to get in the way.

After finding a couple of friendly pickers in my area who encouraged me, I took the plunge and purchased my first 5 string banjo (from Banjo Hut). Its a Mastercraft and seems like a good beginners banjo. Came with a electronic tuner, book, DVD, bag, picks. The folks at Banjo Hut set up for me and all I had to do was unpack it, tune it and I am on my way.

Been practicing for a few weeks now, and I seem to be getting a little better. This is the first stringed instrument I have ever played and I love it, having loads of fun.

I have gotten some good information from this site and enjoy reading all to posts every day. I have to say this is about the friendliest forum I have ever seen. Everybody willing to help others.

Just wanted to introduce myself and say hello to everyone.

Blessings to all.

Posted - 11/12/2009 :  15:36:06        

Welcome,Randy.

Posted - 11/12/2009 :  15:49:06  

Welcome to the hangout and good luckwith your new banjo.
Ray J.

Posted - 11/12/2009 :  15:56:36    

Randy,

Welcome to the BHO and the banjo. I think you will find the this is the place to air your frustrations and retain your sanity. The best resource in the world for us beginners!

Axeman

If the minimum wasn't good enough...it wouldn't be the minimum.

Posted - 11/12/2009 :  16:09:33        

Welcome to the hangout. Lots of good people and pickers on here. There are also some good luthiers on here as well. Always feel free to ask your questions and you will get lots of answers.

"The more you know, the more you know you don't know."

Glenn

Posted - 11/12/2009 :  16:28:08        

WELCOME!!



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Posted - 11/12/2009 :  17:23:24  

Thanks to all.

And I had to look up the word luthier, very interesting, learn something every day.

Posted - 11/13/2009 :  02:33:24      

Welcome from Uk. As you will already have found out, this site is a font of information, humor and debate. It is also quite addictive. Keep on picking and grinning.

Time is an illusion; lunchtime doubly so. D Adams Hitchhiker's Guide

Posted - 11/13/2009 :  05:11:52  

Welcome to the BHO and to the wonderful world of banjo pickin'.

AD3

Posted - 11/13/2009 :  05:29:17      

Welcome, and enjoy learning to play the Banjo. Visit Banjo Hangout often, lot's of great resources here.



Big John,
1987 Gibson Earl Scruggs Standard
1986 Stelling Sunflower

Posted - 11/13/2009 :  07:02:41              

Always happy to welcome another Banjo picker into the world! Glad you're aboard.

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Posted - 11/13/2009 :  17:16:20    

Welcome and this is a great site for beginners , I know, I am also a beginner.
check out all the free videos under the links tab very helpful again welcome

sometimes your the windshield......sometimes your the bug

Posted - 11/13/2009 :  17:31:32  

Welcome...
'appy pickin'

" Without music, life wouldn't be worth living "

Posted - 11/13/2009 :  19:37:58      

Welcome to the Hangout Randy.

If It Feels Good Do It!

Posted - 11/14/2009 :  04:20:37      

As the great Fat Albert might have said, "Hey, Hey, Hey, you're on your way!"

Welcome!

Dan

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I've got it made in the shade if the tree don't fall...

Posted - 11/16/2009 :  12:54:26        

Welcome welcome...now you can say goodbye to your real life!
Elizabeth

Be who you are and happy, life's a party, go and have some fun.

Posted - 11/16/2009 :  19:59:54  

I started playing in March and have found that the key to success is enjoying practicing. If you like Steve Martin's album "The Crow," his tab book is a great resource of relatively easy to learn songs that are fun to learn and even more fun to play. Learn your rolls and keep in mind that by practicing from tabs, you're also learning rolls and the more experience you accumulate the easier it will be to progress. Good luck and have fun!

Posted - 11/17/2009 :  00:40:05  

Randy,
Welcome to the HangOut! There are some really great people here and this site is a great resource. All I can say is practice, practice, practice... , try new things, and don't get discourged. It will all come together! Eventually! Playing the banjo is the most fun I've had in years! Enjoy the journey!

Keep on pickin'

-Vic-

-Vic-

Posted - 11/17/2009 :  05:32:22        

Welcome, from Canada....

Don't spend TOO much time on here, and not enough practicing...LOL

--
Gordon

Posted - 11/17/2009 :  05:42:00    

Welcome to the Hangout. It's a great site.

Posted - 11/17/2009 :  07:18:59    

Howdy!

Posted - 11/17/2009 :  10:25:23  

Welcome! Plenty of great people and resources here to keep you moving in the right direction. Happy picking.

Posted - 11/17/2009 :  10:51:29      

Welcome to the Hangout. As you have already found out, lots of advice, help and, when necessary, a friend. Good luck and have fun on your banjo journey.

Froggie
"Courage is Fear that has said its prayers.

Posted - 11/18/2009 :  09:51:59  

hey....this place is great...i bought the same starter package about 2months ago..this site has a lot of great info and great people who are willing to help out...how do u like your banjo..mine is working out well so far..i didnt want to spend a fortune to start out with.

Posted - 11/27/2009 :  19:07:55  

Thanks to all, I really enjoy reading and finding good information and help here. Lots of friendly people.

Posted - 11/27/2009 :  19:08:16  

Thanks to all, I really enjoy reading and finding good information and help here. Lots of friendly people.