Are you referring to the chord charts? If so, those are there to indicate the chord changes. But you can decide whether to finger all the notes of the chord at any given time. Most players do this because the other notes of the banjo ring out even when they’re not directly plucked - this contributes to the overall sound you here. So if a note that’s ringing out that’s not part of the chord, it may not be the sound you want. But it’s a good habit to get into overall, because it will also ensure you’re learning chords and chord progressions in addition to the melody.
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Thanks for this great lesson! What about tabs for East Bound and Down?
Absolutely awesome 👍
thanks!
love it. just wish I didn't have so much trouble making a c chord that would make it a lot more enjoyable.
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On the measure with the C chord. Why is our middle finger on the E if according to the tab we never actually play that note?
What measure are you referring to?
On the 6th and 7th measure
Are you referring to the chord charts?
If so, those are there to indicate the chord changes. But you can decide whether to finger all the notes of the chord at any given time. Most players do this because the other notes of the banjo ring out even when they’re not directly plucked - this contributes to the overall sound you here. So if a note that’s ringing out that’s not part of the chord, it may not be the sound you want. But it’s a good habit to get into overall, because it will also ensure you’re learning chords and chord progressions in addition to the melody.