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How to Play the 5-String Banjo: Third Edition | Banjo Instructional Songbook for Beginners | Learn Banjo Accompaniment, Solos, and Techniques Sheet Music | Includes Tablature and Lyrics

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Master the 5-String Banjo with Pete Seeger’s Iconic Instructional Guide The How to Play the 5-String Banjo book, Third Edition, offers a comprehensive and accessible approach to learning the 5-string banjo. Written by Pete Seeger, a legendary figure in American folk music, this banjo songbook covers all the essential techniques, from basic strums to more advanced skills like hammer- ons, pull-offs, and double thumbing. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your skills, this book provides clear, step-by-step guidance. Perfect for Beginners and Enthusiasts With over 72 pages of instruction, this book offers easy-to-follow banjo tablature and standard notation, perfect for those just starting their banjo journey. It includes melody lines, lyrics, and banjo accompaniment for all the songs, ensuring you can play along while learning. Pete Seeger’s straightforward approach makes mastering the banjo simple and enjoyable. Comprehensive Banjo Techniques and Tunes From the fifth string to hammering on and pulling off, this guide covers banjo fundamentals and advanced techniques. You'll also learn classic folk songs and banjo solos that are staples in traditional and modern bluegrass music. This is not just a beginner’s guide; it is an all-encompassing resource for mastering 5-string banjo techniques and songs. Great Gift for Banjo Players and Music Teachers This is an ideal gift for banjo players, music teachers, or anyone interested in folk music. The clear instructions and comprehensive songlist make it an invaluable tool for music teachers and beginner banjoists alike. Whether you’re just starting or want to hone your skills, Pete Seeger’s How to Play the 5-String Banjo offers everything you need to become proficient and confident on your instrument. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Music Sales America


Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 1, 1992


Edition ‏ : ‎ 3rd


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 72 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1597731641


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 45


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.2 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.21 x 11 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #62,806 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #2 in Banjo Songbooks #3 in Banjos (Books) #343 in Music Instruction & Study (Books)


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    • From Pete Seeger
This is an interesting book, in part because it was one (if not the 1st) book about playing the banjo, and was written by Pete Seeger many years ago. Though you may have many good and more recent books on how to play the banjo, this is a good one to add to your collection if for nothing else than its historical significance. And, it might also teach you a few things that the other books never mentioned. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2025 by Hartford
    • Great Book!
Pete Seeger has contributed a great amount to banjo playing and folk music throughout his life. This book is definitely one of those contributions. As Pete admits in the note written on the inside covers of this latest edition, there are changes that could be made to make this a more convenient instructional book. However, I would still highly suggest it. It's full of interesting tidbits on everything from the history of the banjo to instructions on how to make your own gig bag. But the thing I appreciate most about this book is the "big picture" perspective that it offers. Mr. Seeger doesn't spend the whole book on how to master specific riffs. He emphasizes an inventive and curious attitude toward banjo playing an music in general, which I think is invaluable to an aspiring musician. I believe that, more so than with almost any other artist, Pete Seeger is about sharing the joy of music with others. It is that sincerity which makes this book a wonderful resource. It may not be the only resource you will need to learn (he does give lists of others in the book,) but it will certainly be helpful. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2011 by Kevin
    • Tops for beginners
Pete was a brilliant musician, a true patriot and a great music teacher. I first ran into this book back in 1967, and used it to get started playing banjo. After not playing for forty years, I got a cheap banjo a few months ago. I bought this book right away to refresh my memory. It was amazing how much his learning and lore had stuck with me. I was plucking along instantly. If you want a good book for beginner banjo look no further. Pete will tell you what you need to know. Quite a bargain, thanks Amazon Prime! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2019 by Mcgregor R. Pearce
    • A good read
Not really suited to learning from scratch, but there is a lot of good information in this book. Pete introduces several tunings, but the lessons are mostly for C tuning. I prefer open G tuning, but I was still able to benefit from reading this book.
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2023 by Dr Jeffrey Graham
    • Brilliant book
As helpful as YouTube is, this book has been even more so
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2025 by TD
    • A Classic
A real classic,
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2024 by Steven Grigsby
    • Not in G tuning
It is full of information, but poorly structured. It's worth adding because of the famous author. If it wasn't by Seeger I would not buy it.
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2022 by Doug Link
    • Great classic book by a master banjoist
This is a book compiled over a period of time by the late, great Pete Seeger, a master of the folk banjo art. You won't find any bluegrass here. His technique is based fundamentally upon frailing, and expands from there. Pete's style was the inspiration for Dave Guard's banjo wizardry when the Kingston Trio was the hottest act in show business. I had a copy of this book, and misplaced it. I thought it so valuable that I replaced it with a second purchase. Then, of course, after receiving the new copy, I found the old copy, but that's OK, this book is so good it somehow feels comforting to know I now have "one to use and one to lose." HIGHLY recommended! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2021 by Emory

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