introducing scales
With
Avram SiegelAvram Siegel introduces a simple banjo scale, starting on the open third string, to get your left and right hands working together.
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Left Hand Notes Lesson
Let's talk about the notes you play with the left hand.
Learning the Short Scale
The first thing we'll learn is just a short scale on the third string. Here's how it goes:
- Play the third string open - this is a G.
- Play the third string at the second fret - this is an A.
Next, we'll move to the second string:
- Play the second string open.
- Play the second string at the first fret.
Finger Placement
- For the second fret on the third string, use your middle finger.
- For the first fret on the second string, use your index finger.
- On the first string, play it open and at the second fret.
Now we have a little scale!
Coordination Tips
If you can, try to place your left hand at the same time as you pluck the note with your right hand.
Initial Challenges
- At first, you may find that you need to place your finger to get it ready and then pluck the string.
Goal
But eventually, you're going to want to play them both together. The tone ends up being better that way.
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Meet your guru
Meet your guru
Avram Siegel is a banjo player and a mainstay of the California bluegrass scene. He has played with the Kathy Kallick Band and True Blue, among many others, and has taught for decades - his step-by-step method has turned out some of the state's most respected young players. In his courses he breaks down three-finger Scruggs rolls, backup and melodic playing so you can build clean timing and tone at your own pace.
