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Prairie Home Companion did a special on banjos last weekend. If you haven't heard it, check it out. Banjos appear on the show pretty frequently, but this whole episode was dedicated to this quintessential American instrument. If you don't want to listen to the whole show, I have posted some highlights.
Here is a parody of a catchy tune called "The Fox." It makes me think of Fantastic Mr. Fox and includes clawhammer and three-finger style banjo.
Here is an old song called "Down the Road," played in clawhammer style.
This is an awesome version of one of my favorites, "Soldier's Joy." It definitely puts my version to shame.
For those of you who aren't familiar with the real version of "The Fox," here is a modern performance by the band Nickel Creek.
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