hi Folks, For those who missed it -- Re announcing, the new Basic Bluegrbutt Banjo address at

For folks looking into banjos as a hobby and for banjo enthusiasts. Relocated to a faster and no pop up ads server. For the newest folks looking for how to buy a banjo, and what you will need, there are pages of instructions for you. For the banjo enthusiasts there are also many things of interest for you. Including a section on History of prominent Banjo Players of the 20th Century. New additions include a new bio page on Vess Ossman in the History section, with a link to a great bio on Fred Van Epps. Also recent update to the Earl Scruggs bio page which includes transcripts of Earls recollection of playing his first roll pattern.

Also 2 full pages of Banjo instruction books, of all types and styles listed together for easy comparison and shopping over the net.

The site also includes feature pages from Mike Stanger on How To Sell A Banjo, and Wayne Normans list of Asian imports. A list of many banjo manufacturers with links, many links on the Websources page to other banjo websites and many things related to banjo music. Two Free Lessons, for the absolute beginner. Real Audio banjo music samples.

So stop in and enjoy yourself.

good pickin to you Michael