Fingerstyle Banjo Song and Tab of the Week: “Railroad Bill”

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I’ve mentioned before how 2-finger thumb lead banjo is much better suited for porch picking than 3 finger bluegrass style – it gives a complete sound played solo, it’s great for playing and singing, and it oftentimes shines most at slow to moderate tempos. 

Translation: it’s perfect for lazy summer (or spring!) days. 

Case in point – this week’s song selection, “Railroad Bill,” which ticks all 3 boxes I listed above.

“Railroad Bill”

gDGBD tuning, 2 finger thumb lead

 

Recent Banjo Songs and Tabs of the Week:

• Waterbound
• John Greer’s 2-Step
• Banjo in the Hollow
• Goin’ Down That Road Feelin’ Bad
• Feast Here Tonight
• East Tennessee Blues
• Walking Cane
• Pretty Polly
• Home Sweet Home
• The Miller’s Will
• Handsome Molly
• Liberty
• Aint Gonna Work Tomorrow
• Nine Pound Hammer

Notes on the Tab

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