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Arranging a tune in the Cross picking style

Howdy Banjo Ben. If you don’t mind me asking, would you typically play the melody of a song on the D, G and B (4th,3rd and 2nd strings) when arranging a a tune in the cross picking style? Also what is your strategy for when the melody note does not happen to fall on the string within the sequence of the particular roll pattern being used? Greatly appreciate your advice! Thanks

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This is a great question and comes down to priority: the uninterrupted roll pattern or the melody. Check out this video:

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That’s good!

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Thank you so much Banjo Ben! Greatly appreciate your response. You are an amazing musician and teacher. Very inspiring!

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