I just bought an Alabama Banjo. What is the first thing I need to know , other than all the open tunings?

I just want to embrace the culture, even though I don't believe I'm in-bred...and I probably don't have to be...-if I could just be like Steve Martin I'd be Happy

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Dainbramadge · 56-60, M

I would say the next step after acquiring it would be to dress for the part.

atlantic59 · 61-69, M

@Dainbramadge I do often where ragged clothes and I don't have nice teeth

Dainbramadge · 56-60, M

@atlantic59 So it's almost like you were born to play that thing. LOL

TheOneyouwerewarnedabout · 46-50, MVIP

Is there a diff between a banjo and a Alabamian banjo? 🤔

atlantic59 · 61-69, M

@TheOneyouwerewarnedabout The banjo I bought is called Alabama. I could try and post a picture but I struggle with technology. It's a five string and very heavy with really nice pearl-like inlaid frets,

atlantic59 · 61-69, M

@atlantic59

TheOneyouwerewarnedabout · 46-50, MVIP

@atlantic59 it does look kinda bigger than a normal banjo...

calicuz · 56-60, M

First thing to know: Wait in the woods until some unwary city folk wander into your lair. 🪕

atlantic59 · 61-69, M

@calicuz why do you think I bought it?😄

Lilnonames · F

i put salami in bred

vetguy1991 · 51-55, M

Look up flat and scruggs

atlantic59 · 61-69, M

@vetguy1991 of course I know Lester and Earl I've loved Bluegrass for decades, but I've never played banjo. Just applying guitar type chords in a four string format, I am reaching a happy state and it comes with a book on banjo chords, so I will will get there

vetguy1991 · 51-55, M

@atlantic59 few come close

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