The five-string banjo is a blast to play! If you’ve got a yen for learning to play the five-string that has been sitting in a closet, your time has arrived!Even if you don’t have a banjo, your time is now! We can help you find one if you’re keen to learn to play this magical instrument. Our program is an introduction to the five-string banjo for absolute beginners (be aware 0 a four string banjo won’t do for this course). Together with instructor Duncan Perry, you’ll cover banjo setup, tuning, and care, then focus on learning the folk style playing popularized be Pete Seeger, and explore the clawhammer style used by country and old-time enthusiasts like Grandpa Jones, Riley Baugus, and Rhiannon Giddens. The goal is to set you on a path to developing your own style of banjo playing. If you don’t have access to a playable five-string banjo, we’ll put you in touch with Duncan who can advise about buying one. After all, every day should be a banjo day!

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The ukulele has never been more popular, and you don't even have to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk music, rock, blues, jazz, pop, and country tunes old and new -- even classical music.

Join instructor Duncan Perry on ZOOM, who has taught more than 700 students of all ages, and who will introduce you to essential chords and playing techniques using commonly known songs. Oh, and there are lots of laughs along the way. And, learning to play an instrument is good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. And when folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! What are you waiting for? Grab a uke and get ready for a musical adventure, then spread the joy! 

If you don’t own a ukulele, download the buying and care guide provided by the instructor below;

A Ukulele Buying and Care Guide

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If you're interested in learning more or registering for the class, please email us at nace@msad60.org and we will connect you with a representative from The Real Estate Learning Group!

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If you're interested in learning more or registering for the class, please email us at nace@msad60.org and we will connect you with a representative from The Real Estate Learning Group!