Will you add any guidance on how to add a swing to the song? The version you play of the full speed song has quite a swing that is not discussed in the tutorial videos.
Discuss the Banjo lesson: Cumberland Gap- Basic
Hi @peter So this is a BASIC arrangement. As @BanjoBen points out in his description “This version is a bare-bones approach to this fun tune! We don’t use any “ornaments” so that you can concentrate on getting that pick hand going. Don’t forget there’s an advanced version on the site already!”
The key to playing the swing ( or bounce as it is sometimes referred to ) is LISTENING. Being able to identify the difference is great. Emulating it is not all that more difficult. Put away the TAB and play Ben’s intro video. LISTEN carefully to the sound he makes, keeping that timing and phrasing in your head pick up your banjo and try to emulate what he is doing. You don’t need to play the tune all the way through just the first few measures should get you started.
Go visit this lesson if you need a fuller explanation https://banjobenclark.com/lessons/banjo-shuffle-rhythm-banjo
yep! Archie listed a lesson about it in his comment, and I agree with him that listening and mimicking is the primary way.