Intermediate Clawhammer
Let's explore clawhammer banjo! We'll start by firming up our skills in the basics, then explore right-hand techniques that will create new textures, emphasize different beats, and give you the possibility of supporting the melody in new ways. We'll learn about tone and ergonomics to get the most out of your playing. We'll also talk about jamming and how to support the "groove" of a jam by making the most of the banjo's unique place between rhythm and melody.
Students will get the most out of this class if they are comfortable with the basic "bum-ditty" strumming pattern, are familiar with standard "G tuning" and "Double C tuning," and can easily change between the 1, 4, and 5 chords.
Paul Silveria
Paul Silveria is a musician, dance caller, and teacher who puts community at the heart of his work. Originally from Portland, Orgeon, and how living in Vancouver, BC, he is a 20+ year veteran of the folk and traditional music scene in the Pacific Northwest.
Paul is a driving, and innovative banjo player. He first began learning clawhammer banjo in 2002 in Portland's thriving, old-time music scene. His repertoire includes old-time, country blues, and jug band tunes, as well as original songs written with the straight-forward story telling style of his traditional favourites.