Salt Spring on Gourd Banjo!

Salt spring! Something about this banjo is just so well suited to mellow songs like this. I'm playing around with how best to hold it, as you might have noticed, especially towards the end. The closer I hold it to me, the more muted the sound is, and the farther away, the more resonant and echo-y it is. Makes for some fun dynamics! Also starring in the video is my dog Schmudge, who has either developed an ear for banjo music, or is going deaf haha. Either way, he seemed to enjoy hanging out with me while I filmed this!
I'm in G tuning here, and playing my handmade woodtop gourd banjo, made by Jesse Head! If you want to check out his other work (he makes lots of cool gourd/wood instruments) and maybe get a banjo of your own, you can find him at his website jesseheadnaturalluthiership.com/ and follow him on instagram at / head_jesse
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

[@Batmandabomb]

You did that gourd plant proud.. It grew for you and others .. see how those days in the fields under all that sunshine produce us joy for years. God is good.

[@cullendonahue8054]

Amen 🙏

[@catherinejames3420]

All the time He is good❤

[@HS-qf5of]

This is one of the loveliest comment I’ve ever seen on social media. Goes nicely with the lovely musician that brought me here. Thank you both.

[@Batmandabomb]

@@HS-qf5of Thank you as well.. She is a wonderful young woman.. Im glad I found her.. and she inspires me to try and play my Banjo that was a gift 10 years ago on my 50th Birthday... I will be 60 on May 11... Yall enjoy your day.

[@dragoncarver287]

@@Batmandabomb Good for you. You're almost there. Happy early birthday.

[@horai1]

That banjo has an absolutely gorgeous mellow sound with a long sustain. Sounds wonderful.

[@overcash6270]

Yeah, that has to be the sweetest tone on a banjo I've ever heard

[@juleswins3]

The late country comedian Stringbean Akemon was a clawhammer banjo player and he used to say, “There’s no money past the fifth fret!” If he heard Phoebe play this he might change his mind!

[@davidbivens5375]

Well said! Perfect comment

[@MichaelBCoats]

Schmudge loves the gourd! So do I! Thanks for an extra strength dose of banjo, infused with Vitamin G (gourd)! Much love and God's blessings to you, Dr. Phoebe! ♥♥♥♥♥

[@cullendonahue8054]

Amen 🙏 peace to y’all

[@piguy3point14]

Now that's what I call a House Call!

[@laurahoover497]

everyone Go check out Jesse Head...another Gift to the Universe! He builds his instruments with Love, inspiration, and a very talented hand. and ear!❤..Thank you, Phoebe dear!!

[@johnharper257]

The gourd banjo has a lovely mellow sound. I think it would be very good for playing living room concerts or with unamplified instruments in a smaller setting. The banjo is such a thing of beauty as well. A real work of craftsmanship and the Maker's love of the materials shows so brilliantly

[@lorriebuxton2041]

I agree nice sounding banjo

[@rasmusn.e.m1064]

That's "comforting" and "serene" added to the list of words I didn't expect to associate with banjos but now do.

[@paulyoung5327]

That banjo has a very mellow soft sound it's beautiful. Thank you Phoebe for sharing. Frail on.

[@lalathea]

Just flipped over a wet log and found a salamander whilst listening to this banger, what a lovely song for a lovely moment

[@markholloway9638]

That sounds “gourd-ious”!

[@chrisdierking5108]

You have the only KZbin videos where I actually applaud my computer at the end.

[@piguy3point14]

Me and The Husky Dawg give Standing Ovations on the good ones. This one feels more like building Opera Applause.

[@user-ig8pd9qn5h]

The dog: "why did you stop? It was so relaxing"

[@RanceLee-me8fk]

I love the way you communicate with animals through eyes or gesture, seems they understand you ,and/or you them. Lol country of you ask me.😊

[@piguy3point14]

Dogs tend to be good judges of people. Phoebe's good people.

[@petergregorypottery5476]

Hi Phoebe, that was really delightful, we really enjoyed listening here in New Zealand! I do love that music, it feels like something with a long history behind it and it is wonderful that you are keeping the tradition alive. Thank you!

[@MichaelMiller-ny3rr]

Smudge is a good boy and you’re very special Phoebe! Please tell him that Mike from Pennsylvania says hello! Thank you for sharing your talent and personality with the world... it is a much more beautiful and better place because of people like you! ❤️

[@gwiyomikim5988]

Certain tunes can carry you away to a lovely and peaceful place. This tune on gourd banjo à la Phoebe is one of those tunes. Thank you!🥰

[@nialloconnell5895]

Beautiful sound..... I love the way you are transported to planet banjo very time you play, anything could happen and you just wouldn't notice. Great work 👏👏

[@eudaenomic]

Great sound from that banjo. So, shall we call this Gourd Banjo Wednesday? You're very skilled and thank you for your time.

[@danielbenfreeman]

Lovely tone on your new banjo. ❤

[@user-wy5cq5yt2r]

Very pretty tune! Your facial expressions showed that you enjoyed playing it. The gourd banjo has a unique sound.

[@markholm7050]

I like the gourd banjo! It has a lovely, warm tone. That song fits it well. Thanks.

[@GenWivern2]

Very pretty playing, Phoebe, many thanks. You and that remarkable instrument seem to be getting on well. Regards to Schmudge.

[@kevinmack9786]

Gourd banjo has a beautiful sweet ring that sings to the heavens 🙂🌌 thank you Phoebe 🌞🌻 ☮️kevin

[@NiallMor]

That was lovely and Schmudge is adorable. Please give him nose boops and ear scritches for me.

[@denniswade4998]

I am in love with the sound of that new gourd banjo! . . . . and judging by the other comments here, I'm not the only one!

[@luc5798]

Maybe the sound I prefer of all your banjos!

[@brentnearhood8874]

Thanks! Phoebe 🎶🪕🐕

[@thoughtballoons]

Sweet! What a beautiful sound! Thank you so much for sharing what you do.

[@KenneyCmusic]

Lovely Phoebe! That's a nice sounding instrument. Gourd banjo's usually have nylgut strings, but I dig the steel. I love this John Reischman tune too. I live right near Salt Spring Island here by Vancouver Island that this tune is named after. Beautiful here. I should learn this one.

[@johngoodall7097]

I see you have mastered playing in hollow and it’s lovely sounding Phoebe❤️❤️❤️🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@jooei2810]

This here artist is the genuine article pure joy of music and creation thank you!

[@jaredshaw8163]

That was beautiful! I really love the sound of that banjo! Thank you for the music 😀

[@darylwatson]

Loved the high-note grin!

[@sundaynightdrunk]

You always remind of the joy of getting lost in a song where technique isn't a thought and what your fingers do they do on their own and you get to just enjoy playing. Love the surprised look when you climb up the neck and get it right. I play amateurish guitar, and I know that joy.

[@stevenboyd593]

Wonderful rendition and tune for that instrument, well done

[@robertjoyce5629]

When I'm listening to the music of your banjo, all my fears and troubles seem far away. I thank God for every song you play.

[@Aaron71304]

Good work there, kiddo ❤

[@user-xv4cv3sb7d]

Это не музыкальный инструмент, это просто чудо! Должно быть, это маленькая лютня! ;-))

[@skyedog24]

I believe both dogs like the 🪕 🎶😊

[@laramiefj40]

Very nice!

[@aleistercrowley7515]

Love it kid...much love ❤😎✌ keep the videos coming.

[@jimcrews8951]

The gourd-walnut wood topped banjo with cupped strum position has such a mellow and pleasing tone with each note clear.

[@Ipiapacs2]

The variations are really good! And the dog is funny.

[@danshaffer5916]

Your playing always brings me joy Phoebe.

[@MrUnderhilll]

Look at the grey beard on that old critter! Magnificent!

[@user-gm8zo8ez2s]

I'm 78 years old, your music keeps me alive

[@Americantilltexassecedes]

I'm really amazed at how mellow that instrument is. What a great tone. Always amazed at how wonderful the player is too. You get better with every vid. This song was exceptionally smooth.. Well done

[@fordsrestorations970]

Goodness gracious this may be the best one you've done so far ,--> it brings a tear to my eye 😢..... Simply Beautiful

[@Ro-Bucks]

That might be my favorite Bango out of your collection. And that song was nice too.

[@carlericvonkleistiii2188]

I think that is the best sounding banjo I have ever heard! It is so mellow! I grew a gourd for making a gourd banjo last year. It is all dried out now, and ready to be made into something. The only problem is that...the gourd is 18" in diameter and 15" tall. Maybe it could be a gourd bass, but I'm not interested in playing the bass. I have some more gourd plants set out this year. I hope I can get some smaller ones...

[@irishpsalteri]

The tone is great, opens up a whole new range of sound and expression. My new favorite of yours.

[@theck672]

Ghord banjo 🪕 rules❣️❣️❣️Love the gorgeous tone…wow…🪕🪕🪕🪕🪕🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🪕🪕🪕🪕🪕🪕

[@user-ui6fc6hc8t]

Quite lovely way to start Thursday morning in Perth West Australia. That banjo sounds exquisite ! ❤ Love your work Phoebe.

[@stix2you]

It's getting awfully close to a bouzouki, only with single strings. But the tonal characteristics are very similar -- similar body shape and similar scale length too. Sort of a hybrid instrument. I really like it! It's got such a mellow, lyrical tone, but still possesses the undeniable character of a banjo. Super cool!

[@2011griz]

that was awesome. i've been playing for 40 some years ... and i still find your playing to be inspiring. beautiful.

[@SteveCondron]

That's a really nice tune. I'm a classical and jazz head and your giving me an education. Lovely playing.

[@raktoda707]

The chicken 🐔 that looks like a dog.Loved that song and your playing it with such flair and ease.Thanks

[@tommylitchfield3450]

There's a handy trick that it seems you as the player would potentially be able to do with that sound hole being where it is... You can just roll the body towards your body at the top just a little and you have the ability to lower the volume while keeping your finger attack consistent, using your shirt as a sound-hole mute! :)

[@DumpsterDivingDragon]

What a beautiful new Axe you be a` wieldin' , Thar ~ Pretty Young Lady! I believe i missed one or two of recent/late , `I need to catch up. `Do Love those 'lil ones, too! `Having loads of fun playing a uke tuned as yours' [1 oct above your banjo4strngr].

[@bloomingandfresh]

wow, the sound of your banjo is so calming..so soothing to the ears.. lovely sound and played so well.. people like Phoebe should get one for them to play with family and friends or alone at home or anywhere!❤

[@jesseheadluthierie]

Kamusta mahal ko! @bloomingandfresh

[@boogiemorgan]

Sweetheart, you fascinate me with your playing abilities on the banjo, but I'm sure you play other string instruments too, I love the banjo! I play rhythm with a group here in Florida! Keep on cranking on that banjo sweetheart, you are very special! LU🌹🪕💃🥰♾️🌴⛱️🦩🎸

[@sjbennett88]

Stunning performance! Gonna listen to this a couple dozen times and glean what wisdom I can. Thanks for posting!

[@leonardouellette5617]

Love the sound of that gourd banjo….lovely tune also.

[@jesseheadluthierie]

Thank you again Phoebe 😊 you're playing is so beautiful 🙂

[@John-Smiley-Garrett]

I've never heard a banjo sound this good! Thank you, ma'am!

[@dennisclapp7527]

Thanks Phoebe. I love the sound of that beautiful Gourd Banjo!

[@georgemitchell9696]

Love the gourd! Such a great sound. It resonates. Proper, sweet. You’re so good. Still trying to find Tom. You changed your knot. I’m going to watch it again, and again. Nice hands lady. I’ve got to go downstairs and get my trombones. Mouthpiece just got here. 6 1/2 al. I’ve been stuck with an 11 for years. The short cup and narrow Embouchure made for my studio work. Play your fiddle lady. Snot hard. Charlie Brown loves it when I hum the bass line. Nice puppy, little grey, good dog.

[@wolfunplugged]

this banjo sounds super beautiful and you play it super beautiful. what for a lovely old chap the little dog...

[@JKwakulla]

Really Really love the tone on your gourd.

[@pikmin4743]

good boy, Schmudge!

[@simonolsen9995]

I been watching this channel since it was just exam performances. That was the sweetest audio ever! I'm kinda chuffed because when you asked about restringing your fretless with nylgut, I suggested a new one and perhaps a gourd. It was like I made a wish for you, and it came true. But now you need another, a fretless gourd. That sounded so good.

[@dragoncarver287]

I think he liked it as well. I have enjoyed listening to you and your playing every now and then. I'll stick to piano though. String instruments make my scrunch up my hand too much so I gave them up. thank you for playing for us. and give Smudge a pat for us.

[@vincenthunter465]

Love it! Salt Spring sounds so well on your gourd banjo. Like they were made for each other.

[@theemutsenfabriek]

Aaah the gpurd banjo again, it sounds very sweet ❤

[@user-sj8hz2vm6i]

You get better each time I listen to your picking. Wonderful music for all! Thank you!

[@jamesluebben5925]

Boy, that banjo and you get along very nicely! It really gives you some sensitive control. Also, "good pupper!"

[@jonfisher9214]

I'm really not sure how I ended up here but I'm very glad I did! Subscribed.

[@garyfrombelfast3521]

Nice job! Especially on the fret work. Love the tone of the gourd!

[@rogermcadams8806]

Dang! Your best yet. Love that Jo someone did a great job building it. Fantastic sound and nicely played. Gourdie? Gordy?? 😂

[@chadnietzscheback5636]

Perfect first morning coffee tune and rendition. TY.

[@tsopuaifa]

You make the banjo sound soft and comforting. I like it!

[@graysonpaddon9031]

Great work! This reminds me of a nearby island some of my loved ones live on, so it brought me a lot of joy in that regard.

[@drt28]

thats a beautiful sounding banjo, I can hear it singing along with your playin.

[@weside7260]

Wonderful tune, had the song on loop for a bit.

[@amandasanders1141]

Beautiful playing and this banjo has such a lovely tone ❤

[@amandasanders1141]

I’m addicted to your gourd banjo version of Salt Spring and would pay good money for the tab of your arrangement! PS you’ve inspired me to hire a 5-string banjo and give it a go 💜

[@buddyzilla4557]

Adorable puppers enjoying the banjooooo!💛

[@cesspresso]

This. Literally this! I’m so happy learning to you

[@timmullen8951]

Very nice, Phoebe. Thank you. And your featured four-legged guest for today is? Be Well.

[@TheRinkboss]

New sub Phoebe, have been following for a couple weeks and haven’t missed an episode…appreciate you, thank you.

[@GiggleBlizzard]

I continue to to play piano by the way i hear banjo, you keep playing it so pretty

[@pardalote]

I just love that rich mellow tone. Gorgeous ❤

[@JGULLIF]

Lovely piece Phoebe.

[@allencrider]

Sounds great! I've never seen a gourd banjo before.

[@edsonrochak4997]

gostei do som deste banjo de tabasca ! som limpo e acustica incrivel ! uma obra de arte ! fantastico ! parabens! muito bom gosto !

[@fox5411]

Your first banjo is so much better than mine. It sounds pretty and like little bells ! I like how the neck is another color from the head !

[@davidbivens5375]

Anyone out there know if there’s a way to like a video twice? 1:46 to 2:48 is just simply fantastic banjo playing. Like it or not Doc you got it! The performance has a very natural curve to it and the build and release of the whole shebang really works. Keep it up! You have a lot of talent!!

[@agfpillay]

Phoebe Beautiful!

[@daverow49]

A lovely tune played so well on a sweet sound banjo. :)