Edina Community Ed

Mommas and Poppas, Grandpas and grandmas, and musically inclined young'uns 14 and up are welcome to come learn the hottest banjo style! This beginner banjo class is a  five string banjo in the traditional clawhammer style. You will learn the basic downstroke “bum-ditty” pattern and how to enhance the music with hammer-ons, pull-offs and slides. You will learn simple old time tunes as well as practice licks. Julie will show you the basic chord structures, ways to practice switching chords and various resources for continued learning. You'll be playing songs around the campfire or in your living room for your family in no time. 

Taught in a fun and accessible manner, this course is designed for people with little or no banjo experience. Please bring a banjo (preferably open-back), a tuner and capo. Students can also bring a recording device or use their phone to record the lesson.This class is intergenerational so teens 14 and up accompanied by an adult learner are welcome to participate. 

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Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info.

Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org)

Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date.

Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.

Email: communityed@edinaschools.org
Phone: (952) 848-3952