How to Drop Thumb When Playing Clawhammer Banjo (YouTube Video)
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You made it to the end of the lesson—well done!
You just took a big step forward with your playing by learning the drop thumb technique, and that’s something to be proud of. Whether it clicked straight away or still feels a bit wobbly, you stuck with it—and that’s exactly what progress looks like.
If you haven’t watched my most recent YouTube Video Lesson on drop thumbing, be sure to watch it first and come back here for your FREE TAB Downloads
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To say thank you for joining me in today’s lesson, I’ve prepared two free downloadable tabs to help you build on what you just learned.
Inside your bonus pack:
🎶 Skip to My Lou (Verse 2 – Drop Thumb Style):
A sing-along-friendly version with the second verse and drop thumb technique woven into the tab.🪕 Simple Drop Thumb Play-Along Exercise:
A clear and easy exercise—just like the one in the video—to help you lock in the rhythm and feel confident in your playing.
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Or, want to stay connected? Scroll down to join my mailing list for more free resources and encouragement.TAB: Skip to My Lou (Verse 2 – Drop Thumb Style)
TAB: Simple Drop Thumb Play-Along Exercise:
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