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What is the difference between a tenor and a plectrum banjo?

A MATTER OF SIZE & SOUNDBoth tenor and plectrum banjo are 4 string instruments and are capable of rendering a wide variety of musical types - ranging from jazz to classical and even bluegrass plus everything in between. The tenor banjo is usually configured with ether 17 frets (favored for playing Celtic tunes) or 19 frets (generally favored for gay nineties sing-along tunes, show tunes, ballads. It is tuned CGDA (in 5ths) and renders a bright ringing sound. Other tunings are possible, including guitar tuning which is often favored by guitar players who want to be ab le to switch to playing banjo as occassion might require.The plectrum banjo has a longer neck accomodating 22 frets and tuned CGBD. Not being in 5ths means that fingering the plectrum fingerboard is very different than doing so on a tenor. There is no similarity in chord formations. However, strumming the strings of either tenor or plectrum involves the same techniques and many banjoists ultimately seem to gravitate to from tenor to plectrum.The plectrum instrument delivers a more mellow tone than the tenor but the type of music played is basically the same. Both instruments usually have a resonator (an attached sound chamber, if you will) that aids in projecting the sound,


What is the value of a gretsch banjo serial number 25084 pretty boy?

What is the value of a 1926 Gretsch Tenor banjo?


Where can one buy a used tenor banjo?

To buy a used tenor banjo it would be simplest to look first on ebay to see if anyone is selling one. Alternatively try a local music store which may sell second hand instuments.


What key would the clarinet be in to accompany a banjo?

If the song is in the key of C for the banjo, then the clarinet would have to be in the key of D, which is a whole step higher. If in D for banjo, then E for clarinet. Don't forget to use flats and sharps if needed, like if the key is E for banjo, then it's F# (which is also Gb) for clarinet.


What type of strings do you use on a 6 string banjo?

For an Irish Tenor Banjo the strings (From thickest to thinest) are tuned , G, D, A, E. However for a Jazz style banjo, it is more common to tune the strings to C, G, D, A. Depends which style you are playing.

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Is a tenor banjo a banjo with 4 strings?

yes


What is the difference between a tenor and a plectrum banjo?

A MATTER OF SIZE & SOUNDBoth tenor and plectrum banjo are 4 string instruments and are capable of rendering a wide variety of musical types - ranging from jazz to classical and even bluegrass plus everything in between. The tenor banjo is usually configured with ether 17 frets (favored for playing Celtic tunes) or 19 frets (generally favored for gay nineties sing-along tunes, show tunes, ballads. It is tuned CGDA (in 5ths) and renders a bright ringing sound. Other tunings are possible, including guitar tuning which is often favored by guitar players who want to be ab le to switch to playing banjo as occassion might require.The plectrum banjo has a longer neck accomodating 22 frets and tuned CGBD. Not being in 5ths means that fingering the plectrum fingerboard is very different than doing so on a tenor. There is no similarity in chord formations. However, strumming the strings of either tenor or plectrum involves the same techniques and many banjoists ultimately seem to gravitate to from tenor to plectrum.The plectrum instrument delivers a more mellow tone than the tenor but the type of music played is basically the same. Both instruments usually have a resonator (an attached sound chamber, if you will) that aids in projecting the sound,


What is the value of a gretsch banjo serial number 25084 pretty boy?

What is the value of a 1926 Gretsch Tenor banjo?


What is the standard key for a tenor trombone?

The standard key for a tenor trombone is B-flat.


In what key does the tenor saxophone typically play?

The tenor saxophone typically plays in the key of Bb.


Where can one buy a used tenor banjo?

To buy a used tenor banjo it would be simplest to look first on ebay to see if anyone is selling one. Alternatively try a local music store which may sell second hand instuments.


In what key is the tenor trombone typically played?

The tenor trombone is typically played in the key of B-flat.


What would the key be for tenor sax if the paino key is C major?

If the piano is in C, the tenor sax will be in D.


How are the horns different between a bflat tenor sax and an eflat tenor sax?

The tenor sax is in the key b flat and the alto sax is in the key e flat.


What key would the clarinet be in to accompany a banjo?

If the song is in the key of C for the banjo, then the clarinet would have to be in the key of D, which is a whole step higher. If in D for banjo, then E for clarinet. Don't forget to use flats and sharps if needed, like if the key is E for banjo, then it's F# (which is also Gb) for clarinet.


What is the public tunes key code?

the key is "vinyl" its on their facebook page


How do you get the ice key in banjo tooie?

No cheat