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Virtual Mandolin Cabin Camp!

It’s live now! Gold Pick members received a coupon code for a $25 discount…really excited about this! You can click HERE to register!

We’ll be using the bluegrass song “I Know What it Means to be Lonesome” in the key of G to teach some concepts. Once registered, click HERE to download a chord chart, Nashville Number chart, and a jamtrack to begin playing with.

You can see some popular recordings in the links below.

Boone Creek
Flatt & Scruggs
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (in the key of G)

If you experience any technical issues during the live event, read the comments below!

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Live Stream Interruption or Disconnection

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Remember, always ask yourself “is it me?” when you experience an issue with your connection, video quality, or audio. Sometimes a simple refresh of the page or a quick device inspection on your end can save you a headache. That being said, please feel free to leave a comment on the event chat feed! We want you to have the best experience possible, and someone on the chat may have experienced what you are experiencing.

Also remember, this entire event is being recorded. So, if you experience an issue with your equipment or internet speeds, you’ll be emailed the entire recording in the coming days.

  • If these steps do not resolve your issue, please text us at 615-512-6549.
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I can’t wait to hear more about this one!!! I am a part of David’s Patreon and he is another great teacher!

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He really is, excited to have him on board for this one!

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Good afternoon, Ben!
I just registered. What a great lineup! You, David, and Wayne represent my three favorite online mandolin sites! Thanks for making this available. I know it’s going to be a great evening.
Blessings!
Karl

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just signed up! Holy cow, what an amazing line up to learn from these 3, I’m super excited. and well worth the price of a ticket. I’m glad to see this online Mando-camp for those like me that have a hard time making the camps. Can’t wait!

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Yeah buddy, gonna be really good! I’ve had a planning call with these guys and they’re gonna bring it…I plan to as well :slight_smile:

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This is gonna be great! Especially with re-runs available later. Since I touched my first mandolin just over a month ago so don’t plan to keep up, but will catch up in time:).

Never have done a Vimeo session before , do I need to per-install any software on device beforehand? Don’t need to miss kickoff!

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No pre-install, just follow the link like a YouTube vid. All the info should be in the email you receive after registration, but feel free to reach out with any questions! Excited that you’re joining us!

thank you Sir! excited to be here… see ya soon

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Great version of “I Know What It Means to be Lonesome” on Del & Dawg Live
Really looking forward to this Virtual Camp!

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Here’s another “head start” on the evening: Wayne did a lesson on this song about a year ago on his “Wayne’s World of Mandolin” site. Here’s the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qz2_OR6tG7s

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I’ve updated the resources page at the top of this thread, so check that out if you’ve registered.

Hi Ben. I signed up after seeing a video David posted today. I’m looking forward to it.

I’m curious - how does this compare to an official Banjo Ben Cabin Camp? Would this like be the equivalent of an afternoon or morning lesson?

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Greetings from Canada! I too am a part of David’s Patreon, looking forward to all of this. Great lineup! Appreciate it Ben!

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Welcome to the forum, @buttrilldave! David is so great!

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Welcome to the forum, @buttrilldave

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@BanjoBen how interactive is this virtual cabin camp. I need to travel back to Louisiana tonight but thought if I can just watch the replay when later then i would not have to take such a late drive tonight.

There are questions submitted via text and dedicated Q&A sessions throughout, but all submitted in the chat box. You’re not going to miss the heart of it if you’re not there in person.

Thanks @BanjoBen

Really enjoyed the classes last night! Thank you to Ben, Wayne, David, and the whole Banjo Ben team that put this together!!

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