I was recently contacted by a group of Japanese Artoonists that go by the name of Delaware. They informed me that they felt compelled to use one of my videos in one of their videos. When Banjos and apple pie are involved I’m all for it.

A friend of mine turned me on to this and I have watched it more times than I care to admit. The audio/video editing is nothing short of genius and Steve Gadd’s casiotone drum sound cracks me up only slightly less than when the sax chimes in. I don’t know who StSanders is but they’re brilliant.

Here is a medium tempo demonstration of the quintessential flatpicking tune. This is based off Doc Watson’s original recording in the key of D (capo 2nd). Apart from Doc most people generally play the tune in the key of A.
Disclaimer: As with all my videos I do not have any tab available. I believe learning by ear is the only way to fully grasp the intricate timing of old time fiddle tunes.

When I first heard Gene Meade play guitar I couldn’t believe I hadn’t heard of him. I guess that’s what happens when you share the stage with Clark Kessinger and his fiddle. If, by chance, your underwhelmed with this guitar performance I suggest trying to play along with Gene’s bass runs.