Old-Time Banjo

Thursdays @ TBD Downtown Frankfort - 6:00-6:50PM (Beginning), 7:00-7:50PM (Intermediate/Advanced)

OLD-TIME BANJO I - BEGINNING

Learn to play old-time banjo from the ground up – no experience required. In this class, students will learn the ins and outs of the banjo style most commonly referred to today as “clawhammer.” Rooted in a down picking pattern using the thumb & forefinger, this efficient and versatile banjo method is a great way to get acquainted with the old-time Appalachian and Ozark Mountains traditional repertoire, and a solid introduction to stringed instruments, in general. We’ll break down this down-picking style into its most basic components, and learn new tunes in the process. Students must provide their own banjo. Personal recording devices strongly encouraged.

OLD-TIME BANJO II - INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED

Continue beyond the basics with advanced old-time techniques such as drop-thumbing, while playing more challenging songs and fiddle tunes. You’ll work more with alternate tunings and gain advanced techniques as you add tunes to your repertoire.