Clawhammer Banjo from Scratch with Kevin Chesser

Banjo | Kevin Chesser | Beginning | Evening Mini-Class | Week 2 (July 15-18, 2024)

Learn to play clawhammer banjo from the ground up – no experience required. In this workshop, 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 repertoire, and a solid introduction to stringed instruments, in general. We’ll break down this traditional down-picking style into its most basic components, and learn a couple of simple tunes in the process. Students must provide their own banjo. Personal recording devices strongly encouraged.

Mini-classes are held Monday through Thursday the week of programming from 6:00-7:15pm. They may be taken in addition to daytime classes or on their own. Cost is $75.

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