Mark Johnson is the creator of the Clawgrass style of playing clawhammer banjo which allows him to play in the clawhammer style in other genres than old time, such as bluegrass and more. In this episode Mark will be playing some tunes and talking about how to incorporate triplets and other licks in double tunings such as double C, D, and E. Be sure to tune in!
Watch Mark explain what Clawgrass is in the video below!
Introducing the new Goodtime Deco Series, a stunning tribute to the vibrant American Art Deco design movement of the 1920s when the banjo reigned as America's most beloved instrument.
Learning how to play the banjo is no different. There are different types of banjos and plenty of new terminology for parts of banjos and playing styles. Aspiring players also wonder what makes one banjo better than another.
Watch and listen to Deering artists play our banjos and choose your favorite tone!
Too bad Mark’s video and audio were freezing up and out of sync. Other than that it was pure Mark Johnson genius!
Mark do you put anything inside your banjo to soften the tone ?
Your microphones are playing your statements and Mark’s music several times on top of each other. Gobblety- Gook
Mark has talents that exceed the awards he has achieved / his improv skills and ability to adjust in a circle of players is appreciated. I have “jammed” with Mark on many occasions and he makes it fit… a fun guy, and humbly in his own multi talented world.
This is going to be another great Deering Live presentation and I can’t wait! Mark Johnson is at the forefront of banjo playing and a true pioneer like Earl Scruggs, and those that came before him. Any clawhammer banjo-playing enthusiast knows exactly the challenge of playing and performing in a band or with a group of other musicians where various techniques and sounds must be employed to add value and be unique to the overall product. Thank you Deering for identifying that story needs to be shared and thank you Mr. Johnson for telling your story and showing the rest of us the way.
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