Fretless Friday 7- Angeline the Baker

Fret not! Tis Friday! And I've got a snazzy hat! Angeline the Baker is one of my favorite tunes, and pretty versatile, because you can play it in both G and C tuning! I'm hoping to devote some more time to the fretless in the next weeks once I finish up with school for the semester, so hopefully we can get some new techniques and more in-tune playing on our upcoming Fretless Fridays!
Let me know how the audio quality sounded to you; I've been blessed with a cool mic and tripod setup for outdoor/portable filming, and I'm still figuring out how best to set it up.
If you'd like to support my channel, go check out my patreon! patreon.com/PhoebeSanders And if you want a little extra banjo fun, head on over to my instagram! / phoebesandersbanjo

[@ZeusBrown]

"I am fretting a little bit." Not allowed on Fretless Friday!

[@sonofhibbs4425]

😄

[@J.n.A.1993]

Dropped into comments to say just that! Thank you @ZeusBrown! 😂

[@pikmin4743]

like the blues, you have to feel it before you can release it :)

[@fomosapian6790]

😂

[@ConstructBreakdown]

that's why she's going fretless, she got tired of fretting!

[@mrmoose7844]

I did not notice any background noise. I do enjoy your videos so much. I'm 80 live alone in Ohio. You are sunshine in my day. Thank you Phoebe!

[@Chappi-cz7pj]

Have blessed day

[@Chappi-cz7pj]

Have blessed day

[@Chappi-cz7pj]

Have blessed day

[@jimcrews8951]

God bless you, Mr Moose 🫎 ❤

[@Batmandabomb]

Howdy Mr Moose

[@alancandy6080]

Never worry about hitting the odd duff note. A pro musician I knew used to say ‘If I don’t hit at least five wrong notes in a concert, I know I’m not trying.’ You are always authentic and you can’t buy that nowadays.

[@tmcmurdo826]

Phoebe, I hope you know how much joy you bring to all of us. You and your chickens are a treasure.

[@acbenepe]

When I was a wee one my Mom and dad would sing a song that went: "My hat it has three corners, three corners has my hat. If it didn't have three cornes, it wouldn't be my hat".

[@lynn3556]

We sang that 3 corner hat song in music class more than 50 years ago in elementary school.

[@dancochrane617]

Thanks. I’ve never heard anyone play banjo better than this. If someone doesn’t like this they have something wrong with them. Keep the faith and keep on shining

[@susansanders9159]

Matching the chicken! Brilliant!

[@piguy3point14]

*scours Amazon for matching Pi Guy the Daddy/Dante the Husky Dawg matching outfits*

[@geoffb108]

I love the way your face expresses such joy and shows instantly when you are not on your expected note. Delightful session. That hat so suits your quirky style. This could start a fashion trend.❤❤

[@tommylitchfield3450]

When I saw that Tri-corn hat, I just KNEW that you were going to channel your inner Patrick Henry and shout to the mountaintops "Give Me Fretless, or Give Me DEATH!!"

[@THEMANWITHTHEYELLOWHAT.]

Lol

[@user-ig8pd9qn5h]

I really like that [play open string + slide to the same note] feature. Besides: Never hide noise. The ultra clean super edited stuff of nowadays productions is far from the real world. You are presenting the world as it is while adding value to it.

[@robertknox4018]

Agreed! I like the realness of these videos. There is something so whimsical about these videos. They are just real and that is what makes them beautiful

[@SheilaghRiordan]

Totally agree that she is adding value to the world

[@cactus2304]

i mean... there's a difference between editing out the realness of a recording and putting a wind muffling mic on during a windy day lol. like i'm glad we're not hearing a lawnmower during the recording

[@user-xc8ku1sr3o]

The only background I hear are the house sparrows. Your fretless Fridays are a weekly treat.

[@richardmulcahy1535]

Phoeb, if there was a Nobel Peace Prize for fretless banjo, I would nominate You!

[@JoshSaysStuff]

I mean, her playing DOES give us peace, so I’d say she’s a contender!

[@damoon2631]

Glad I found this!! It's like a breath of fresh mountain air on a crisp morning! Thanks!!!

[@brucewinningham4959]

"Angeline The Baker," A.K.A. "Angelina Baker" was written by Stephen Foster in the 1800's. He also wrote My Old Kentucky Home, Oh Suzannah, etc.

[@BookOfMormon4GenZ]

You’re cute, chickens 🐓 are cute, fretless banjo is amazing! Thank you bringing your talent…

[@tylermiller4182]

This has become a favourite channel. Aside from the music, which is wonderful, the vibe makes me feel like the world is a kinder and more whimsical place than it usually does.

[@nerdgarage]

Love the hat, and the playing. Keep em coming.

[@saracroft21]

yeah I'm early! Love the song and the hat! Hugs from Munich, Germany.

[@stevenboyd593]

Good sound, good hat, great fowls and tune for the fretless. Tis Friday and frett free

[@sannekimenai639]

wow, what an amazing video Phoebe! you are really improving and I loved the looks and interactions with the chickens. And that hat is really amazing! You really helped me not to fret on this friday!

[@user-wy5cq5yt2r]

I don’t know who made and sent you that hat but it is absolutely YOU!!! Love it! Also love your picking!

[@IslandNewt]

LOVE THE HAT and the fact that you are wearing a watch! And you have chickens involved… I’m really happy I found your channel. Don’t change.

[@contriveten372]

this is the highlight of my weeks since I found your channel.

[@sonofhibbs4425]

Heard no background noise. Just beautiful birds. I can’t gauge whether or not you’ve improved because it all sounds great to me. (I play music also but not guitar-I’m a synth person) I’m just here for the refreshing vibe. …and chickens. …Which reminds me to go outside and feed mine right now! 😊 Have a great weekend.

[@6lu5ky86]

I'm a huge synth gear head, what's your favorite synthesizer?

[@SleddogMicker]

You rock, Phoebe! Keep 'em coming!

[@jeanmelanson448]

What a wonderful video! Such art in such an easy way of doing things! Colorful, playful and your love shines through for your music and animals! Thanks.

[@lcoleman1961]

The sound quality is good. The banjo sounds great. There are no distracting background noises.

[@libbyb3006]

Wonderful playing! Also I love the hat its great

[@georgem7965]

Love the tricorn and the cockade.

[@Swampfox612]

Guess what? Chicken butt! Barred rock, buff Orpington, and fantastic banjo playing. Great way to end the day. Thanks for this!

[@raktoda707]

Delightful ! Those chicken friends are strutting and a posing. Your technique is so smooth Your right the hat is perfect!

[@crochet18burple]

Love the hat. I enjoy fretless Friday

[@jvebarnes]

Thank you Phoebe, I can't think of anything more down home than playing banjo to the chickens, and I like your tricorn hat. Have a glorious weekend.🙂🌻🧡

[@mrmoose7844]

Chicken watching the sky, maybe there's a hawk in the area. That might be why Toto was upset

[@here-right-here]

Maybe she was worried for a moment about the sky falling.

[@musicalmiscellany]

Ahh. It’s a black silkie! They’re a friendly breed. We had a black cochin that my wife referred to as “the lap chicken”. 😂 nice playing on that fretless.

[@RalfyCustoms]

Yeehaw! great hat, great chuck, and always a great tune Phebes, thanks for sharing and a wonderful weekend to you hun

[@bosthebozo5273]

I'm so glad i found this channel. Excellent performance! 👏🏻 🐔

[@dragoncarver287]

Way you're dressed you're almost ready for Pie Rates of the Car Bean. You do pretty good. Playing fretless is what they do on a cello or violin. You have to have a very good ear to play those well.

[@tlb2732]

The audio quality from the new mic was very good. I could hear background noise but it was nowhere near annoying. I wouldn't have noticed it had you not pointed it out. The clearness and authenticity of the banjo was definitely noticable to my ears over my Android phone.

[@andyperkins8620]

The only background noise I hear are birds chirping when you’re not playing but they just add to your great videos. You are improving on the fretless. The slides sound great. Thanks for another awesome Fretless Friday!!!!!

[@JamesPaulsen-cl6qq]

You are a treasure and a great mother and wife of the future. Mountain folk would order banjos and such from Sears and file the frets off.

[@peterrat100]

Thank you. Love Fretless Friday.

[@matthewwhelan2101]

Wonderful!!

[@dougintothesunset]

I’m so happy you persevered. The colour matching is fantastic! Your fretless skills grow with each video, well done! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@MichaelEdelman1954]

Your intonation on that banjo is definitely improving!

[@kg6mov]

Hat and chicken both did well, mighty fine banjo playing too.

[@Daracdor]

Well done nice tricorn hat !

[@joeladams338]

Wonderful escape from the world. Keep it up. Thank you.

[@Batmandabomb]

I like the Polish chicken....... i took my banjo out yesterday because of you.. and I do like the hat

[@aleithiatoews6452]

I love the thunder in the background.

[@gwiyomikim5988]

Who wore it better? Phoebe or Toto?🤔 I do believe Phoebe is top of the pecking order in attire - and of course “Banjo”!🥰

[@cprendon3]

Love the tricorn!

[@Naturlich133]

You're getting better every time! Love this Phoebe!

[@SteveCondron]

You made my Friday. I had been fretting a little.

[@6lu5ky86]

She's gathered us here today, and every Friday with inspiration and whimsy. For this I'm grateful.

[@theghettogourmet6762]

Just stumbled on your 'Down to the River' video and came straight to here. Good progress! Also, beautiful chickens.

[@d.randal.h]

I waited all afternoon for this to drop. Unfortunately, it was Thursday - I had my days mixed up. Fretless Friday is better than Phoebeless Thursday, let me tell ya!

[@markperrin1016]

Thanks !!!

[@brendalee8694]

Very enjoyable to watch; thanks for sharing your gift 💝 with us!!!

[@MichaelMiller-ny3rr]

Love the Hat!... the flower is a nice touch! 🐔

[@kek6342]

Love the hat! Great tune!🙏💜🤗

[@peterhammarqvist8962]

20k followers! We are a growing group of fans😁 Well done, keep it simple!

[@michaelhoernschemeyer6794]

I soo look forward to fretless Friday. Thank you!

[@Josh_Fredman]

What a splendid hat!

[@seancline8130]

i was fretting a bit today as well. thanks for snapping me out if that with your positive vibes.

[@pikmin4743]

your chickens, and their names, are the best

[@PaulOfThebesMC]

Very enjoyable and kudos to your hat maker, very snazzy :)

[@Soundguydan]

Love it! The hat and the song.

[@NMranchhand]

I find it amazing, BTW, that anyone can hit a right note without frets, and I’ve been doing luthier work for years. And you are coming along really well.

[@daverow49]

Phoebe, love the slide ornaments on the fretless. the audio recording is great. Nice hat too. Keep at it! :)

[@futuredirected]

Excellent Fretless Friday! It is a great joy to watch You expand Your banjo virtuosity, with chicken backup. Keep doing what You’re doing, and pretty soon, You’ll be sliding into perfect intonation and rhythm. I hear it coming. ❤🪕❤

[@daveduncan8004]

Good job young lady good picking I’m really enjoying your KZbin channel and I like that hat. It looks really good on you keep up the good work.

[@carlericvonkleistiii2188]

The microphone sounded very good!. I like the two string slide it adds depth to the chord. Thanks for another Fretless Friday!

[@yeoldfart8762]

Angeline is a great tune/song. We play and sing it most Wednesday night sessions. Though to be really traditional it's a song/tune that never ends so if you are playing in G it should end on a D chord , not a G chord. The last note in the tune in G is a D note. In D the last note is an A. Well played.

[@connordimaggio5908]

NICE HAT!!! OMG!!

[@young1939]

Phoebe, I stumbled onto your site accidently but I am sure enjoying your fretless Friday. Sounds great to me. Love you. 💕💕💕

[@user-ui6fc6hc8t]

❤ Perth West Australia

[@elout680]

That's a cool hat!

[@edwardschmitt5710]

You make life better. The sound was great The new Mic is definitely doing it's thing.

[@phillipcole3068]

Love the hat! I can see you playing "Yankee Doodle Dandy" or something like that on Independence Day!

[@0bm31770]

The hat looks great on you.

[@user-qh9ff9ny7x]

Absolutely awesome,,GOD BLESS You

[@FacelessonaThrone]

That hat is awesome

[@MichaelBCoats]

Dr. Phoebe, I love Fretless Friday! You are improving. Keep workin' on those slides. It was a nice day here in Western PA today, and I visited friends who have chickens. We sat on the porch and watched them. It made me think of my favorite practitioner of banjo! Much love and God's blessings to you, Doc! ♥♥♥♥♥

[@ajcraft-hello]

Love the hat, song, and your light. Thank you🙌

[@JerDog1984]

Awesome Phoebe, you improve every time you play! The background noise was just the sound of nature, it works out nicely :D

[@Chris-2-of-3]

I like your hat too.

[@cipher8987]

That hat is AMAZING and so are you. The new mic is working wonders. The sound quality is excellent if you ask me; the perfect amount of background noise. Love to listen to you get better and better every week =) Love the new technique!!!

[@y6u8i9]

Discovered you while I was sick last week 😁😁 You’re making me want to pick up my banjo again ❤

[@jimcrews8951]

The trials to video Banjo Medicine. Thanks for another great video. The mic sounds good. Your fretless playing is improving.

[@user-xv4cv3sb7d]

Вообще прекрасно! Ты рассказала на своем инструменте (сыграла) все, что с тобой произошло за прошедшую неделю! :-) Музыкальный отчёт о проделанной работе. :-) У тебя замечательно получается рассказать! как прошла твоя неделя. А у нас ещё рано траву косить. Газонокосилку я буду использовать только месяца через два! Хорошей и доброй и интересной этой недели тебе желаю! :-)

[@pauljarine]

I love your videos and music. Thank you for making them.

[@hermosafieldsforever4782]

Thank God ya come on, totally it was Thursday!

[@FriendofSeikilos]

The mic worked really well! I feel like there wasn't much if any background noise, and it still felt like we had a clear sound from the banjo and from the speaking!

[@AABlann]

Sounded Great! You are definitely getting better on the fretless. You motivated me to play again. Thanks

[@eialzorn9284]

yay! cool! it's my favorite folksong!

[@wolfunplugged]

that partner look with the chicken was awesome! also I enjoyed your happy, very well played banjo tune!

[@gheffz]

You matched Toto completely! Well done showcasing that great hat someone sent you... and I love Fretless Fridays!!! It did sound great when you hit it!!! The mic worked fantastically... good "outdoor" mic!

[@dougsneider722]

You’re videos are great. I always look forward to fretless Friday. Thanks!

[@davidgilroy2472]

Well, it seems like I'm seeing a young lady in a colonial style hat next to a bicycle wheel, with a chicken or two playing an odd looking banjo, no frets even. It sounds really nice. I worry that this may be my mind going off on it's own as l enter my twilight years.

[@piguy3point14]

Great hat!