Ruby with the Eyes that Sparkle - Two Finger style Banjo (Cold Mountain)

Ruby with the Eyes that Sparkle ✨ I first heard this tune in the movie Cold Mountain. Later learned it's basically 'Shove that Pigsfoot' played in D instead of G. I don't know if the name indicates the difference in key, or if the film studio didn't want to go with pigsfoot. It is kind of a funny name for a such a serious movie..

[@chancekuykendall1613]

Very lovely! I love your version very much. What banjo is that if you dont mind my asking?

[@JelSnel]

Thank you! It's an Ome Tupelo :)

[@user-ov2cc9yq5h]

Which strings do you use. They look like gut but chime so nicely.

[@JelSnel]

They are heavy gauge steel strings. I think they sound mellow for steel strings because of the 12" pot. Plus this banjo doesn't have a tonering

[@user-ov2cc9yq5h]

@@JelSnel Ok thanks. They looked a more dull than shiny but maybe it was the light. They sound great in any case. 💪😎

[@paulgrady4183]

You play very well,how long have you been playing for ?

[@JelSnel]

Thanks! I play banjo ten years now, but just started out with two finger style. Feels like starting all over!

[@paulgrady4183]

Well keep it up, your doing a fantastic job 👍

[@dondert8741]

@@JelSnelsounds like you got the hang of it pretty damn good!

[@JelSnel]

@@dondert8741 haha, thanks!