African banjo Roots

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For those interested in the African roots of the banjo

132 Members, Created 1/27/2011 -

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Youtube clips

I've occasionally come across some interesting YouTube clips of traditional, contemporary African music including akonting, which prompted me to search YouTube for other clips on old banjo styles... Read More
From Mark Ralston 15 years ago
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Amazing Documentary

Ok so Iprobably don't have to tell any of you about Bela Fleck's AMAZING documentary, "Throw Down Your Heart" exploring exactly this. The music alone was moving, inspiring, and beautiful. I... Read More
From GirlAnachronism 15 years ago
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	At The Purchaser's Option - Rhiannon Giddens at Augusta Vocal Week 2016 Linked by Boadicea 9 years ago: It is interesting to see how the transmission of culture, art, and music in the African banjo roots, comes down the line!
Event: (untitled) Linked by Greg Adams 9 years ago
	Seprewa & Gourd Banjo Improv #1 Linked by markweems 9 years ago
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	"Mô ti zwazo" (Little Birdie) Linked by stigandr5 10 years ago: A Louisiana Creole translation of "Little Birdie" on a longneck, hide-headed Framus.
	Une Jolie Musicienne Linked by Roosterick 11 years ago
Forum Post: (untitled) Linked by Greg Adams 11 years ago