Intermediate Clawhammer
In this class we're going to comprehensively cover the basics of clawhammer banjo and touch on different old-time banjo playing techniques. This Includes but is not limited to up-pick styles and 2-finger (if interest is there). This course should give players of any level the basic building blocks for playing success in Oldtime and casual jam settings. Some historic context of the banjo and old-time music history will be explored in the context of learning certain tunes. Players of all levels are welcome in this foundation of clawhammer course.
Patrick Hamilton
Don’t let his low-key demeanor fool you; Patrick “Patty” Hamilton is a tour de force of a musician. Apart from guitar pickin’, Patty also frequents the clawhammer banjo and drums, bringing with insistent creative drive to each. Born in Whitehorse, Yukon, and raised by professional musicians, Patty has spent a lifetime refining his guitar craft. As a committed student and educator, he is looking forward to sharing his special insights on Vintage Oldtime and Bluegrass rhythm styles, unconventional runs, banjo styles and some of the processes involved in creating one's own creative style.