The banjo, long associated with bluegrass and traditional American folk, is experiencing a remarkable resurgence in modern music genres like indie folk, country, and even rock. Once thought of as an instrument confined to a niche audience, the banjo has found new life in the hands of contemporary artists who are blending it with modern […]
Classical Banjo Lovers Unite: Join American Banjo Fraternity
Banjo music has a long and rich history in the United States, with enthusiasts from coast to coast, even stretching across the Atlantic to England. That started with “classic” banjo music. The Golden Age of the banjo was from approximately 1880-1920, and banjos made during this time period can sell for up to 1,000 times their original […]