So you bought a 5-string banjo, and now you are faced with the question, “where can I find an excellent banjo teacher?” Fortunately, you’ve come to the right place! We offer virtual (online) banjo lessons, as well as studio and in-home banjo lessons in Los Angeles area. We specialize in 5-string banjo – both bluegrass (Scruggs style), and “clawhammer” styles.
*If you haven’t picked up an instrument yet, please read our article, “Getting Started with Banjo.”
James is a Los Angeles native who grew up with a passion for local music. He has been teaching for 7 years in one-on-one and group settings. James has a bachelor’s degree in Guitar Performance and Music Business from Berklee College of Music. James teaches lessons in Guitar, Bass, Banjo, and Mandolin. When not teaching, James plays music in musical theater orchestras, live concerts, and studio recordings around Los Angeles. He also…
A multi-instrumentalist, Adam teaches banjo, dobro, guitar, and lap steel. He’s been teaching on the Red Pelican team since 2012. He is a dazzling player, with an organized, but easy-going teaching style, who really enjoys demystifying music for his students. Adam specializes in bluegrass, country, and Americana, but is also adept in rock and jazz. Adam has a Bachelor of Arts in music from the University of Virginia, and an Associate of…