Banjo for Dummies, Book + Online Video and Audio Instruction

From the mountains to the charts, the banjo is back!

Thanksto its prevalence in folk and bluegrass music, the banjo helps define the very essence of "old-time music." At least that was the case until the mid-2010's when a new generation of pop artists made the old sound new again and scored pop hits with banjo-driven music. Banjo For Dummies helps out those who want to achieve that old-time sound as well as those who want to create the next chart topper. Packed with musical examples, charts, and photos, this step-by-step guide features tips and techniques for playing tunes on the banjo: how to select the right instrument and accessories: how to develop correct hand position and posture; and how to tune, care for, and make simple repairs to the instrument.

Inside...

• Getting to know the five-string banjo

• Tuning your banjo

• Making the left and right hands work together

• Exploring historic, traditional, and modern styles

• Taking care of a banjo

• Going beyond the book with online lessons