This free video lesson by Geoff Hohwald will teach you the parts of the banjo, how to correctly position the bridge so the instrument plays in tune, and how to check head tightness. Geoff demonstrates how to check the height of the strings above the frets to be sure your banjo is in good condition for easy playing. You will learn which banjo adjustments you can make for yourself and which ones are better left to a banjo repair shop.
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9 Pound Hammer by Geoff Hohwald is a downloadable Quicktime video lesson that will teach you how to play 2 breaks for the song 9 Pound Hammer. We will break each solo into smaller segments and practice each of these segments at three speeds. You will also receive a .pdf file featuring the tab for lesson as well as an .mp3 to help you practice. $5.99
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