Learn how to play backup
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by Janet Davis Learn how to play backup with Janet Davis' comprehensive book now available with DVD and CD. Learn the basic techniques commonly used on five-string banjo to accompany vocalists and instrumentalists. Separates the various back-up techniques into categories determined by song tempo, by lead instrument being accompanied, and by the area of the fingerboard in which the chords are being played. Presented by one of America's finest banjo teachers! There is also a companion book to this video. Book only 22.95 Book and CD 29.95 DVD only 19.95 |
by Janet Davis Learn to play up the neck banjo with this instructional text for five-string banjo dealing with the 5th through the 22nd fret. Included are chapters on roll patterns, chords, songs, licks, chord progressions, arranging songs, improvising, melodic style, chromatic style, chromatic style, back-up, and much more! Also included is an abundance of great Janet Davis solo tabs. Written in tablature. Listen and play along with Janet Davis as she explains and plays each exercise. Book and 2 CDs 29.95 DVD only 19.95 |
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Banjo and Chord Reference Wall Chart Full-size wall chart featuring chords and notes on the fretboard for banjo in G tuning. Major, minor, 7th, maj7, min7, 6, 9, augmented and diminished chords are shown. Chords are shown in a Circle of 5ths progression. Chord fingerings are color coded to show proper finger placement. Details $8.71 |
Learn Backup and Up the Neck Banjo
Essential Banjo Licks
by Ross Nickerson Learn Backup and Up the Neck Banjo along with eight different categories of Must Know" Essential Banjo Licks" with easy to read tablature and split screen video. This DVD has just been completed. It features over 100 useful and fun banjo licks that are essential to your knowledge and development. It was filmed using high quality split screen technology and features the licks played at a faster and slow speed to make it easier to learn. There is a full size tab booklet included right on the dvd for you to open and print out yourself. I am very please with the way this came out and I think you will be too. Essential Banjo Licks More details free shipping offered on this DVD |
How to play up the neck
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Power Pickin' Vol1 with Bill Evans Learn how to play up the neck banjo by DVD. Featuring Bill Evans A visual method for learning the basic techniques used to play bluegrass banjo accompaniment in up the neck positions. The material is presented in a step-by-step approach appropriate for all levels of pickers, and a tab booklet is included. Great for pickers at any skill level! 2 hour DVD. An excellent banjo dvd to learn banjo backup up the neck. DVD 32.95 Details |
Basic Banjo Backup
Power Pickin' Vol II with John Lawless Learn how to play play basic backup banjo. Another excellent instructional dvd from John. Featuring John Lawless A visual method for learning the basic techniques used to play bluegrass banjo accompaniment in up the neck positions. A step-by-step demonstration of the basic techniques and patterns used to play roll-style bluegrass banjo backup in the open, or first position. Great for pickers at any skill level! 2 hour DVD with tab booklet. DVD 32.95 More Details |
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Banjo set up
Killer
Tone Banjo Set Up - DVD Learn banjo set up with renowned banjo builder Steve Huber takes you through the important variables in banjo set up in this step by step video presentation. Learn how to get that Killer Tone from your banjo! Steve also shows you how to change the tone ring in your banjo and covers adjusting right hand technique for optimum tone. 80 minute DVD. The DVD also includes as a bonus, the 20 minute Huber Banjos video catalog - a $5 value.Save DVD 29.95 More Details |
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Irish Music on the Five String Banjo
Irish & Celtic 5-String Banjo by Tom Hanway Learn irish music on the five string banjo. An important anthology of Irish and Celtic solos for the 5-string banjo featuring a comprehensive, scholarly treatise on the history, techniques, and etiquette of playing the banjo in the Celtic tradition. Includes segments on tuning, pick preferences, and tablature reading followed by 101 jigs, slides, polkas, slip jigs, reels, hornpipes, strathspeys, O'Carolan tunes. If you are serious about playing Celtic music on the 5-string banjo you owe yourself this book. Book and CD 27.95 |
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Beginning the Five-String Banjo BookEverything you'll need to know to get started having fun playing the 5-string banjo.A very comprehensive book complete with a DVD and CDs of all the lessons demonstrated at three speeds. Many other features too.
The Banjo Encyclopedia by Ross Nickerson- Bluegrass Banjo from A to Z. The Spiral Wire bound Banjo Encyclopedia editions available only at BanjoTeacher.com
The Banjo Songbook by Ross Nickerson12 popular 5-string banjo tunes in tablature with accompanying CD to learn from.
Playing Banjo By Ear and Learning the Chords by Ross Nickerson130 minute DVD instruction to help you play without tablature, learn to memorize, learn the chords better and loads of practical tips for the student trying to reach the next level.
Banjo Songs for Banjo by Ross Nickerson Banjo Songs for Beginners Book/DVD/CD set includes 14 must know banjo classics demonstrated in split screen video at three speeds.
How to Build Your Speed on the Banjo By Ross Nickerson Learn how to make everything you play sound better while increasing your speed and overall ability. Get valuable insights on right hand technique, practice habits, and tips that will save you hours of practice time and move you towards your goals.
Banjo Jamming and Play Along DVD by Ross Nickerson *Learn the Chords to Each Song
New DVD - How To Practice Banjo
New DVD - Rock Solid Bankjo Timing and Backup Tips
New DVD - Playing Banjo in the Key of C,D,E,F,G Up the Neck.
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Scruggs Style Instruction for the Five String Banjo Hear Ross Nickerson perform six Earl Scruggs banjo classics at two speeds followed by detailed instruction with many Scruggs' Style insights and tips.
Fundamentals of the 5-String Banjo
Rhythm Back-up Band Play Along CD, Book and DVD Volume IBackup Band Play Along CD recorded at Three Speeds
Rhythm Back-up Band Play Along CD, Book and DVD Volume IBackup Band Play Along CD recorded at Three Speeds
Essential Banjo Licks by Ross Nickerson
Nine different categories of Must Know" Essential Banjo Licks.
Gospel Songs For Banjo by Ross Nickerson A collection of popular Gospel Songs arranged by banjo master Ross Nickerson.
Children's Songs for Banjo by Ross Nickerson
Solos from Blazing the West Transcribed

Joy of Christmas Banjo DVD and Tab Book by Ross Nickerson 12 popular Christmas favorites Arrangements made easy to learn and play
How to Build Your Speed on the Banjo By Ross Nickerson Learn how to make everything you play sound better while increasing your speed and overall ability. Get valuable insights on right hand technique, practice habits, and tips that will save you hours of practice time and move you towards your goals.
Ross Nickerson - Brand New CD Ross Nickerson and members of the band, Blue Highway
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Beginning the Five-Sring Banjo CD-Rom SeriesGet started on the right foot and create good habits. Learn essential basics, proper right and left hand technique, songs, timing, chords and much more with these tailored Beginner Courses
Banjo Songs For Beginner - CD-Rom SeriesTwelve Banjo and Bluegrass Classics demonstrated in split screen video at three speeds to make it easier to learn.
24 Banjo and Bluegrass Classics - CD-Rom SeriesSongs come with flash video split screen, easy to read tablature with right and left hand fingerings, and accnet marks for melody notes. .
"Must Know" Banjo Licks - CD-Rom SeriesVideos feature many licks on banjo with video and tab. These must-know examples are demonstrated slow and at faster speeds. Included is tablature for all the lessons and licks
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