Category Archives: Banjo Knowledge

Encouraging Kids to Play an Instrument

Encourage children to play any instrument. Source: Frédéric de Villamil via Flickr Learning how to [...]

Sweet Sounds of the Banjo: The History of the Banjo

The banjo has been around for quite a long time. Despite its reputation as an [...]

Effective Steps to Playing an Instrument Well

Whether you’re just starting out learning to play an instrument or looking to improve your [...]

Basic Banjo Tuning & Maintenance

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The banjo is a popular instrument because of its unique sound and ability to stand out [...]

J.D. Crowe and the New South Band: Progressive Bluegrass Musician

Like a lot of bluegrass musicians, J.D. Crowe gained his first musical exposure in church and [...]

Why are Banjos Made of Mahogany?

Most string instruments are made of various types of wood, and each species of tree [...]