Round Peak Style Clawhammer Banjo

Explore the soul of the Blue Ridge Mountains with this collection of over 70 tunes in the iconic Round Peak clawhammer style. Named for the North Carolina community where this rhythmic, driving technique originated, this book is a treasure trove for intermediate and advanced players looking to master a legendary tradition.

The material is conveniently organized by tuning, with a primary focus on A and D scales. While the commentary and included audio downloads highlight the nuances of the fretless 5-string banjo, everything is written in standard tablature, making it perfectly accessible for fretted banjo players as well.

More than just a songbook, this guide includes extensive historical and biographical notes on the Round Peak masters, technical tips to refine your clawhammer strike, song lyrics, a comprehensive discography, and online audio access to help you nail the timing and feel.