Sometimes I like playing those strange old “mountain modal” Old Time tunes on the banjo. They typically have a simple structure and a hypnotic quality that seems like it comes from someplace very distant in place and time. Here’s me playing one called Boatin’ up Sandy. For those who care about these things, my banjo is in Sawmill tuning with a capo on the second fret.
The right outfit is important, Barb. I find I play best while wearing a dirty old ball cap + black cowboy boots….with that combination, the good notes just flow.
May I add that you are wearing a perfectly authentic shirt for banjo playing!