We Are Funky Banjo

A fun and easy method for learning to play authentic banjo music. 

The "Hear It, Play It, Read It!" Method

We take the pain out of reading music and the fear from learning a new instrument. 

Red ear icon showing that you listen to banjo music first before playing.

Hear It

You get a video lesson for each song and technique, so you can learn melody, rhythm, & flow at your pace.

Red banjo icon showing that you play the banjo before learning to read music.

Play It

We start you with simple, fun melodies, then get funky with plucks, slides, & more. 

Red music note showing that the last step in our method is to learn to read music.

Read It

You have step-by-step tutorials on how to read both music and tab.

Our Method Books

Level One

Learn the basics of Black banjo technique and taste the music’s rich history and tradition in the U.S, the Caribbean, and in Africa. 

Level One includes:

Level Two

Learn funkier playing techniques and explore new and familiar songs of the U.S., South America, and Africa–and their context.

Level Two includes:

Our Method Books

Level One

Learn the basics of black banjo technique and delve into music that is rich in history and tradition.

Level One includes:

Level Two

Learn funkier playing techniques and explore new and familiar music from the U.S., South America, and Africa.

Level Two includes:

Additional Products

Strut your stuff in funky banjo merchandise! Current products include shirts, mugs and bottle openers. 

In the future, we will also be adding additional ensemble and repertoire books.

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Using Our Method Books

We provide step-by-step instructions so you never feel out of place. If you would like to reference a video tutorial on how to use our method books, click the link below:

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