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Author: Banjo Hangout Members May 26, 2015 Duration: 0:00

Ever wondered what happens when a community of dedicated banjo players puts their collective ear to the test? That's exactly what you'll find in Banjo Hangout Top 100 Bluegrass Songs. This isn't a curated list from industry insiders; it's a living, breathing archive shaped entirely by the Banjo Hangout Members themselves. Each episode features a song from their ongoing, member-driven ranking, showcasing the incredible talent within their ranks. You'll hear the raw, authentic performances uploaded directly by players from all over, capturing the true spirit and variety of bluegrass banjo. From timeless classics that define the genre to lesser-known gems that deserve a wider audience, the selections offer a genuine journey through the music's heart. Tuning into this podcast is like getting a backstage pass to a massive, global picking session, where the playlist is decided by the community's passion. It's a direct line to the sounds that resonate most with fellow enthusiasts, providing both a fantastic introduction for newcomers and a deep dive for seasoned players. The result is a uniquely democratic and engaging listen, celebrating the skill and diversity found in the world of bluegrass banjo.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 83

Banjo Hangout Top 100 Bluegrass Songs
Podcast Episodes
Big Mon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This arrangement of Big Mon mixes melodic, Scruggs, and single-string approaches.
Salt Spring [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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I first heard this lovely tune a few weeks ago in a jam session and it showed up twice in other sessions. Hence, it was time I learned this tune. I set up a backing track and played with it until I was happy with my arra…
Harvest Moon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Original Cello Banjo 3-finger picking Tuning: A C# A B E
Little Maggie [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Here is a live recording of Jered Widman and The Grass Station, which (in this particular version of the group) features Jered on guitar and vocals, Zak Borden on mandolin, Amy Hakanson on fiddle, Delores Johnson on bass…
Living Water [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Song written by a friend of mine and recorded by our band, Robertson County Line.
Jackson's Hornpipe [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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I posted another Tommy Jackson tune unknowingly the other day...&#34Snowflake Reel&#34. JanetB was kind enough to give me some background on the tune and add a very nice clawhammer arrangement. This led to us trading mes…
Andantino in G Major [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Andantino in G Major, composed by Ferdinando Carulli and published in 1825. Performed on guitar, banjo and bass banjo. &#34Classical&#34 parlor guitar based on 19th century design by the La Patrie Guitar Company. Early B…
Cold and Frosty Morn [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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I present four distinct treatments of this tune which hopefully hang together as some kind of cohesive whole in the end. The great Travis Wright finishes it off on clawhammer banjo.