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For 5 String Banjo Players based in the British Isles.

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From simesa on 3/25/2014 7:24:12 AM

I did introduce myself in the newby-learner group, but thought I should do the same here - and there might just be a higher UK:USA ratio in this group!

Just a quick introduction and a hello to everyone.

I live in the midlands - near Hinckley - which is Leicestershire (UK).

I'm a real newby to banjo - been learning (not playing) since November 2013 - on an Ozark Resonater banjo. Have just upgraded from the 2109RG to the 2142G - if that means anything to anyone!

Mostly been trying to learn things on my own - with a few books - so mostly practising chord changes, rolls and so on. Have tried frailing but can't seem to get it right at all - the thumb pick of the 5th string is either silent or deafening - and I can't seem to control it (yet), so I'm mostly picking (slowly) at the moment.

I've taught myself a version of Cripple Creek that I can play (sort of) OK and Tom Dooley that I play picking the melody with thumb around an alternating thumb roll. I'm quite proud of it - but it's rubbish really!

I've played the Tuba in a selection of brass bands since I was 9 - and the banjo is the first stringed instrument I've ever tried to play. Would be nice to meet up with any fellow learners if you're in the area - just to practise!

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	g3zdm says: 3/25/2014 7:34:23 AM You can also hook up with other players (of all abilities) in the online Hangout Chatroom - Gmail / Google account required but that can be had for free. The chatroom allows people to see or hear you (webcam required to be seen, of course). You can ask questions in there, seek advice etc. There's a few Brits in there at times (including myself and Eddie) and not limited to banjo players ; it includes fiddlers and you're allowed to play other instruments in there (guitar, mandolin, dulcimer etc.) . Never seen a tuba in there - but would make a nice change.
	simesa says: 3/25/2014 7:44:06 AM Thanks for that - I see from QRZ you're a fair old way from me - so the hangout sounds great - I live my life on Google! The only hangouts I've seen on there so far are to do with the G+ Banjo community - what should I look for?
	g3zdm says: 3/25/2014 8:18:47 AM Select Hangout Chatroom from the Forums flyout at the top left. Or use this link: banjohangout.org/myhangout/chat.asp Naturally it works best using Chrome as your browser. QRZ ? Are you also a radio ham like me ?
	muzzlehatch says: 4/3/2014 1:47:56 AM Hi Simon, I'm learning banjo and live in Burbage, but I'm clawhammer rather than three finger picking. Give me a shout if you fancy meeting up for a very, very slow jam!
	simesa says: 4/3/2014 1:49:12 AM That would be a great idea - I'm in Burbage too. I'll PM you my contact details.
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