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ARCHIVED TOPIC: Where does Double C/D tuning originate in traditional Clawhammer banjo?

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Clawdan - Posted - 06/14/2022: 09:03:03

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Originally posted by elkinsfiddler

I'm curious. What is the traditional source for Double C/D tuning in Clawhammer banjo?...

Rufus Crisp - who learned from his grandfather in the late 1800's - played in double C tuning.

elkinsfiddler - Posted - 06/14/2022: 18:29:38

OK - thanks for that information. I think I'll continue playing in drop C.

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