Five String Banjo Tuition from my home in Hazel Grove, Stockport or remotely via Zoom wherever you are!

I also offer mobile tuition, please get in touch to enquire.

The banjo is a fantastic choice of instrument. It's a radical choice - turn up to a jam session with a banjo and you immediately stand out from the guitar crowd. It's an instrument rich in cultural heritage, telling the story of the origins of American popular music like no other.

Absolute beginner to advanced levels. All ages welcome. 

Lessons taught in a comfortable and relaxing environment (music room).

I teach the two most popular styles of banjo - bluegrass and clawhammer banjo - they are chalk and cheese with completely different right hand techniques. The majority of banjo players play one or the other, not both.

If you are a complete beginner, it's best to choose which style you want to learn before you begin as it can be difficult to switch once you start learning. Both styles are great! It's a case of which one really appeals to you.

Bluegrass is your ‘Deliverance’, ‘duelling banjos’ type sound, whereas clawhammer is more your earthy, haunting, ‘deep-in-the-Appalachian-mountains’ sound. It's a generalisation but I hope this helps! I think a nice warm cuppa and some YouTube research will help you decide.

I also teach higher level players various hybrid techniques which I personally use a lot in my performances. I can teach round peak style to intermediate clawhammer players.

In addition to learning solo banjo music, we will work together to bring your playing to a level and confidence where you can jam with other musicians.

I'm passionate about teaching the banjo in a way which encourages you to partake in real music-making with good technique, musicality and rhythm. 

Lesson Rates (Hazel Grove or Online):

30 minutes - £22
40 minutes - £29
60 minutes - £44

Lesson rates are set in line with the musician's union recommended rates.

Rates may differ for mobile tuition depending on location.

Please get in touch today to enquire or book

Lesson Cancellation Policy  
Please note that lessons cancelled with less than 24 hours-notice are charged at the full lesson price.