Lesson Tag: Backup

In The Pines (Backup) Intermediate Banjo

Here’s a detailed backup lesson for the classic tune In The Pines.

Vamping Basics Beginner Banjo

Here’s a lesson that goes over the common backup technique called vamping!

Uncloudy Day (Backup) Beginner Banjo

Here’s a detailed backup lesson for the classic gospel tune Uncloudy Day.

Moveable Chord Licks (Barre Shape)

Here’s a lesson that will show you some licks you can play out of the barre shape.

10 Licks In The Key Of G (Using Slides) Beginner Banjo

Here’s 10 easy licks for beginners that will help you practice slides.

Little Maggie (Backup) Beginner Banjo

Here’s a detailed backup lesson for Little Maggie that will give you some bluesy licks and get you moving around the neck.

Understanding The Rhythm Of Rolls Beginner Banjo

Here’s a lesson to help you learn about the importance of counting various banjo rolls and how you can substitute different rolls based on the timing.

Five Strumming Patterns Beginner Mandolin

Here’s a lesson to help you work on applying different strumming patterns to a song to change up the feel.

Swing Low Sweet Chariot (Backup) Beginner Banjo

Here’s a detailed backup lesson with tab for Swing Low, Sweet Chariot.

Transitioning From Lead To Backup (And Back Again) Beginner Banjo

Here’s a lesson I did with my friend and bandmate Brandon Johnson about transitioning between lead and backup.