Boatsman - clawhammer banjo

Boatsman (or boatman) on banjo. I have heard other versions of this tune, as well. It seems that this is one of those tunes that diversified regionally. I meant to say that the 3rd time through there is a alternate "C" part (not "B" part). I hope that you enjoy.

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[surfinbernard77]

Woah! This really is spectacularly good!

[locustvalleystring]

Thanks, Bernard. I will try to post more banjo tunes....something I have to remind myself now and then. Larry

[billyjoezvideoz]

Excellent work! For me, as a beginner at clawhammer (1 month), you provide great inspiration. Some day . . .

[locustvalleystring]

Billy,

I remember thinking the same thing when I first heard clawhammer banjo in 2000. I decided that I had to learn that. You too will get there.....just keep pushing. Thanks, Larry

[tuhker]

Great stuff! I'm curious the heritage of this particular version. Sounds a lot like the one John Hartford did on one of his last albums.

[locustvalleystring]

Tuhker,

I got that tune from one of my banjo books...but there are several variations of that tune that I have heard. Also I have seen it called Boatsman and Boatman. Variations arise from independent evolutions over the years in different regions. Thanks, Larry

[mobilechief]

Really nice thanks

[olmmbill]

Excellent. Great technique. Thanks for posting. BTW is that Locust Valley, Long Island?

[liljohnnotbigjohn]

go you! :D

[shartne]

wow that was great cool.

[hrbear]

Bravo! Sometimes we the europeans, like to throw the glove to our american friends, so I will say that this kind of music is actually irish, it comes from Ireland. :-) Modern american's biggest mistake is that they had been cut from the traditions and let Madonna fullfill their lives. :-) So, keep the traditions and culture as much as you can. :-)

[LegallyMoi]

Great job but the sound quality just wasn't the best. But it was good enough to bw able to hear the music.

[Natalieforpope]

That was great, really lovely playing. Could I ask, what book is it you learnt the tune from?

[FlatfootJohnny]

Love it!

[pit032]

Awesome Larry,,I really liked that one.nice variations

[Waicam]

very nice