$155.00
About the course:
The five-string banjo is a different animal than its four-string cousin and can be intimidating to learn to play. Instructor Mike Pagnani will walk students through the learning process in this fun, relaxed and comfortable workshop. The day begins with a look at the anatomy and history of the banjo. The five-string banjo can be played in a variety of styles. Students will gain an understanding of techniques such as clawhammer, bluegrass, thumb lead, and frailing. Students will then move on to chords, melody and songs and if time permits a jam session just might develop.
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Instructor: Mike Pagnani
Location: The Church Hall. Southfield, MA
Date: July 11, 2026, 9 – 4
Tuition: $155
Material fee: None
Class size: 10
This course will give you: By the end of this workshop, you will have a better understanding of the instrument and its various playing styles. You will have enough fundamentals to be comfortable pursuing playing the banjo further.
This course is suitable for: Beginners to advanced
What to bring: A five string banjo
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