One of the world's top players addresses nearly every aspect of the popular 5-string banjo style known as clawhammer or frailing. Chapter themes include fundamentals: advanced and experimental techniques: arranging and backup: how to play reels, hornpipes, jigs and other fiddle tunes: how to approach such genres as ragtime, bluegrass, klezmer, blues, calypso, and a wide variety of "national" and regional music: alternative tunings: setup and accessories: and historical background. Features 120 tunes along with numerous exercises and musical examples in crystal clear tablature. Includes access to online audio featuring all tunes illustrated by author.
