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14 Minute History of the Banjo

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Chris Oliver

Ok.. I tried to contain myself and keep this from coming out, but here is Bill Evans’ of Fretboard Journal giving the 14 minute history of the banjo. Where it goes from here we’ll have to wait and see, kind … Continue reading →

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Banjo Nod at IBMA

Posted on September 30, 2012 by Chris Oliver

To end the IBMA Awards show last Thursday evening, Steve Martin gave an emotional tribute to Earl Scruggs which was followed by a huge banjo tribute. If you didn’t attend or watch the awards show live here is a video … Continue reading →

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1898 Gatcomb Banjo Model #20

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Chris Oliver

The Gatcomb banjo was built in 1898 in Boston. Here is a video, some photos and sounds of the instrument.

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1800′s Gatcomb Banjo…

Posted on December 15, 2010 by Chris Oliver

Bob brought a couple of banjos for repair. Here is the old timer, a Gatcomb from the 1800′s.

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