Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (Solo Banjo)

John Bullard's solo banjo transcription of Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring from Bach's Cantata, BWV 147

[@dean8842]

This was one of the many pieces Bach wrote specifically for 5-string banjo. You have to love and respect the Master for his taste in a particular, but oft maligned, stringed instrument. Oh, and the guy playing this song is okay, too. 🤪 (Wonderful job, Mr. Bullard!)

[@1959banjo]

thanks : )

[@damonb.martin2409]

Lovely, John. One of my favourite pieces, played with great dexterity and feeling. Bravo!

[@1959banjo]

Thanks Damon!

[@DocBryson]

Beautiful rendition of this song. Made my night. Thanks for posting this.

[@displaychicken]

Wonderful.

[@jdowies]

Sweet!

[@MrJbaker7]

Perfection...Jack R. Baker NYC/NJ

[@stephenrivera4382]

Beautifully executed! Bravo!

[@TommyStanton]

Exquisite!! Beautifully interpreted and transcribed for banjo, John. I have an attempt at this piece (just the main bit) in G Major, from years ago on my channel, so seeing and hearing this piece in its fullest is incredibly inspiring! Hope that you are well in this crazy time. It's evident that you are keeping up with music! Looking forward to Book II of the preludes. :)

[@1959banjo]

Thanks Tommy!

[@CharlieRafferty]

That was Really Good.

[@raycover2246]

Excellent

[@michaelmurray908]

How about credit where it’s due? Much of this tune was tabbed in Pete Seeger’s book. I learned it from him in 1975!

[@1959banjo]

I don't know Pete Seeger's version...my transcription here is inspired purely from former teacher of mine named Fred Boyce.

[@tiki237]

Is there anywhere to get tab of your transcription?

[@1959banjo]

Hi there - I don't have this tabbed yet...will try to get that done.

[@johnyoungblood6568]

@@1959banjo Speaking of tabs, I just subscribed and so far can locate no tabs at all of your work. It is possible I am doing something wrong, or not looking in the correct place. Any guidance would be appreciated. 50+ years as a banjo player and have never felt so fulfilled as a musician.

[@1959banjo]

I am sorry I moved my web site and the pdf links seemed to go away. If you e mail me through my web site I will get you the pdfs for the video lessons. thanks!@@johnyoungblood6568

[@1959banjo]

John - FYI, I have replaced all of the PDF links in the banjo lessons on my channel. Hope to do more lessons moving forwrad.@@johnyoungblood6568

[@billkoustenis3248]

@@1959banjo Please do. I would also love to try this