Michael J. Miles Clawhammer Banjo Workshop for Beginners
Sweetwater Sound
5501 US-30, Fort Wayne, IN 46818, USA
Indiana
41.124296
-85.2131735
November 14 | 7–8:30pm | $60 | Bring your banjo!
Get a handle on clawhammer banjo techniques and get playing right away. During this 90-minute, hands-on workshop, renowned instructor Michael Miles will remove the mystery and help you grasp the approach that’s so central to the sound of old-time music. Whether you’re picking up the banjo for the first time, expanding your bluegrass technique, or solidifying your skillset, you’ll discover how this distinct downward attack can bring your melody lines and rhythmic grooves to life.
Be sure to bring your banjo — you’ll be playing in no time!
· Understand clawhammer technique fundamentals
· Establish a natural, right-hand groove
· Create rhythmically driving accompaniment
· Expand your repertoire with new tunes
More About Michael Miles
World-renowned banjoist and instructor Michael Miles is the former program director of the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago and the Hal Leonard author of eight banjo instruction books and CDs. Michael has performed around the world, collaborating with top musicians, including Béla Fleck, Darol Anger, and Geraldo de Oliveira. Upon first hearing Michael, the late legendary Pete Seeger said, “This is one of the most beautiful recordings I’ve heard in all my 70 years — this is enough to make me want to learn the banjo all over again.” Inspire your playing with Michael’s passion as he helps you establish skills that will grow with you for a lifetime.
