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ARCHIVED TOPIC: 10/7/23 Seeking recommendations for iPad app for 5 string chords & theory

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RevKate - Posted - 10/07/2023: 06:10:26

I am adding a Deering Sierra 5 string to the family, and want to set a solid foundation upon which I can build. Digital apps are handy when brushing up or learning something new. At 75, I am primarily a vocalist, but have played guitar for 65 years to accompany myself. Time to learn something new to keep the spark alive!

Looking for the digital application(s) that has been the most beneficial for you my learned friends,

Peace,

Rev Kate

Edited by - RevKate on 10/07/2023 06:31:45

tomahawkguys - Posted - 10/07/2023: 07:38:21

Well, Not sure if an app would be the best way to get started as opposed to lessons from a real person but if not that then there are any number of great resources online that are helpful. Eli Gilbert has a good track for beginners on his site. Search for him on YouTube also Jim Pankey, Banjo Ben Clark, Eddie Collins, John Boulding, Happybanjodude, brainjo.academy etc...

RevKate - Posted - 10/07/2023: 07:48:44

Thanks Ron,
I’ll check them out for sure. I found an archived post from 2013 regarding “The Banjo Rolls Trainer”. It has been updated quite a bit since then by the developer. At first glance seems well thought out.

If you use an app for 5 string chord variations that you like, please share the apps name. I lose track on chords in 3rd and 4th position.
Have a blessed day!
Rev Kate

Texasbanjo - Posted - 10/07/2023: 08:21:09

I can't help you with an app for chords, but...

Major chords on the 5 string banjo that's tuned in open G are the easiest and simplest to make. There are 3 basic movable shapes and once you understand that, you can make any major chord up and down the neck using those three shapes.

A chord chart can be found here: jbott.com/5st_chords.pdf . If you'll look at the A, D and F chords, those are the 3 basic major chord shapes. It also gives some 7th and minor shaped chords, some of which can also be moved up and down.

What you need is a live teacher to show you how to use those easy shapes. If you can't find/afford a live teacher, there are many here who teach online. We have a find a teacher list here: banjohangout.org/teachers/ if you're interested.

There are also many instruction books that will show you how to use those easy chords.

I'm sure other members will have many other ideas for you.

Hope you find what you're looking for.

RevKate - Posted - 10/07/2023: 08:32:46

Sherry,

Great information. I have had great 1:1 guitar instructor's over the years. I agree that 'in person' is the way to go. Sadly from what I've found, some of the local instructors have been guitarists that have recently taken up banjo to expand their client base. I'll keep my eyes and ears open! Thank you for the chord chart link!

Lastly, I am looking for a banjo magazine that provides articles, tab, links to videos etc to keep up on the community and styles etc. any thoughts?

Blessings,

Rev Kate

jdeluke137 - Posted - 10/07/2023: 10:06:37

I use an app on my phone called Basichords that gives you all the positions for any chord. Just select 5 string banjo in the app.

Texasbanjo - Posted - 10/07/2023: 11:35:45

quote:
Originally posted by RevKate

Sherry,

Great information. I have had great 1:1 guitar instructor's over the years. I agree that 'in person' is the way to go. Sadly from what I've found, some of the local instructors have been guitarists that have recently taken up banjo to expand their client base. I'll keep my eyes and ears open! Thank you for the chord chart link!

Lastly, I am looking for a banjo magazine that provides articles, tab, links to videos etc to keep up on the community and styles etc. any thoughts?

Blessings,

Rev Kate

There used to be such a magazine. Unfortunately, due to health problems, it's no longer in print. However, you can check out Banjonews.com (that's what it used to be). It still has some information on it and I think some free tabs, etc. I'm not sure if you can still join or not, you'll have to check (I'm a member, so I can't check it out for you).

As far as free tabs, check our tab archives. Tabs are located on the left hand side of the page. Under learn click on banjo tab library and browse away. You will need the proper software to download, print and/or play the tabs. Most software can be found here: banjohangout.org/w/links/brows...byid/v/37 .

A majority of our tabs is in Tabledit format and you'll need Tabledit software to use it. There's a free model called Tatview which can be downloaded here: tabledit.com/tefview/index.shtml . Tabledit software is denoted by using the ".tef" designation so anything with that on it is Tabledit and can be downloaded, printed and played.

Anything else I can help you with?

RevKate - Posted - 10/07/2023: 12:14:10

Thanks John! Between the chart that Sherry suggested, and the Basichords app you use (which I downloaded) I am set for chords! ??????quote:
Originally posted by jdeluke137

I use an app on my phone called Basichords that gives you all the positions for any chord. Just select 5 string banjo in the app.

RevKate - Posted - 10/07/2023: 12:38:10

quote:
Originally posted by Texasbanjo

Sherry, WOW! tabs, books, video, jams JACKPOT!

What a wonderful treasure trove! This will keep me very busy for the forseeable future. Thanks to everyone that has assembled or added bits and pieces to keep banjo music alive and well!

Peace,

RevKate ??????????

quote:
Originally posted by RevKate

Sherry,

Great information. I have had great 1:1 guitar instructor's over the years. I agree that 'in person' is the way to go. Sadly from what I've found, some of the local instructors have been guitarists that have recently taken up banjo to expand their client base. I'll keep my eyes and ears open! Thank you for the chord chart link!

Lastly, I am looking for a banjo magazine that provides articles, tab, links to videos etc to keep up on the community and styles etc. any thoughts?

Blessings,

Rev Kate

There used to be such a magazine. Unfortunately, due to health problems, it's no longer in print. However, you can check out Banjonews.com (that's what it used to be). It still has some information on it and I think some free tabs, etc. I'm not sure if you can still join or not, you'll have to check (I'm a member, so I can't check it out for you).

As far as free tabs, check our tab archives. Tabs are located on the left hand side of the page. Under learn click on banjo tab library and browse away. You will need the proper software to download, print and/or play the tabs. Most software can be found here: banjohangout.org/w/links/brows...byid/v/37 .

A majority of our tabs is in Tabledit format and you'll need Tabledit software to use it. There's a free model called Tatview which can be downloaded here: tabledit.com/tefview/index.shtml . Tabledit software is denoted by using the ".tef" designation so anything with that on it is Tabledit and can be downloaded, printed and played.

Anything else I can help you with?

Texasbanjo - Posted - 10/07/2023: 14:04:39

quote:
Originally posted by RevKate

quote:
Originally posted by Texasbanjo

Sherry, WOW! tabs, books, video, jams JACKPOT!

What a wonderful treasure trove! This will keep me very busy for the forseeable future. Thanks to everyone that has assembled or added bits and pieces to keep banjo music alive and well!

Peace,

RevKate ??????????

quote:

Originally posted by RevKate

Sherry,

Great information. I have had great 1:1 guitar instructor's over the years. I agree that 'in person' is the way to go. Sadly from what I've found, some of the local instructors have been guitarists that have recently taken up banjo to expand their client base. I'll keep my eyes and ears open! Thank you for the chord chart link!

Lastly, I am looking for a banjo magazine that provides articles, tab, links to videos etc to keep up on the community and styles etc. any thoughts?

Blessings,

Rev Kate

(Snip for brevity)

Anything else I can help you with?