Part III

Playing Styles Past, Present, and Future

In this part . . .

I take you beyond the beginners’ material and present the historical roots of the banjo. I also explore the most recent stylistic and technical innovations. I take you back to the late-19th and early-20th centuries as you play two minstrel-style tunes and two classic-era pieces. You also get a more in-depth look at bluegrass style, exploring Scruggs, melodic, and single-string techniques and licks. And you can find a handful of great tunes scattered throughout this part, just ready for the playing.