Clinch Mountain Backstep (Rhythm)

Ralph Stanley's banjo classic arranged for guitar. The first video breaks down the melody and the second gives an example of what you might play as accompaniment.
This song is usually played in the key of A so put your capo on the second fret.

Tab available at http://www.seanray.com

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[wungabunga]

Are you using just the pick there all the way through?

Just trying to work out the best way to play it: sounds great.

[ludwigtrap]

Yup,

No fingers on the right hand, just the pick.

[evanhobbs]

@topholewhat0 I think it's just a capo cuz it's in A... :)

[topholewhat0]

thanks, these posts are going to teach me the guitar! is the neck brace to make it sound more like a banjo? i've tried to play it without one and it doesn't sound the same?

[Brryyee]

thanks, this finally helped me get my timing down on the banjo--Brian

[JakeRaytheRounder]

well i gots the lead down, were ready for Nashville!

[wungabunga]

Oh great...

I'd better start improving my right hand technique then!

Cheers.

[seanlm21]

you inspire me

[countlesscorpses]

i wish you lived near me so i could pay you to give me lessons, but i guess this is the next best thing.

[ray8up]

wow thanks great pickin!