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Exercises

Beginner Banjo 101 Banjo Tablature: One Song, Many Styles

Recomended level: Beginner

Tags: #exercises, #technique workout

"Beginner Banjo 101" is a comprehensive set of exercises designed to introduce aspiring banjo players to essential techniques and skills. These exercises cover a range of fundamental techniques, including rolls, chords, pinches, and slurs, which form the building blocks of banjo playing. By practicing these exercises, beginners can lay a solid foundation for their musical journey and develop the necessary proficiency to explore various banjo styles and expand their repertoire.

Learn how to play Beginner Banjo 101 on Banjo with this selection of tablatures:

  • Banjo Beginner Banjo 101 G Major Scale

    G Major Scale

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      40 bpm
    • Tuning
      gDGBD

    The Major scale is foundational to the creation of most of the music we have ever heard or will ever listen to. Since the banjo is tuned to G major, the G major Scale is the most im...

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  • Banjo Beginner Banjo 101 Beginner Rolls

    Beginner Rolls

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      60 bpm
    • Tuning
      gDGBD

    Learning the alternating thumb roll and the forward/backwards rolls is a great way to start playing 3-finger style banjo. Always play slowly in the beginning, and focus on good techn...

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  • Banjo Beginner Banjo 101 Pinches and Slurs

    Pinches and Slurs

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      30 bpm
    • Tuning
      gDGBD

    Two very common techniques in bluegrass banjo are pinches and slurs. Use this lesson to practice the correct timing, and then you'll be well on your way to learning your first song -...

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  • Banjo Beginner Banjo 101 Beginner Chords

    Beginner Chords

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      40 bpm
    • Tuning
      gDGBD

    Start by strumming chords to learn how to switch fluidly between each one. Then add the roll patterns you learned in "Beginner Rolls." Once again, slow practice is essential to ensur...

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Practicing Tips

The 'Beginner Banjo 101' course is an accessible resource for newcomers to the world of banjo. Featuring bluegrass banjo tablatures in techniques such as Banjo Rolls, Chords, Pinches, Rolling with Chords, and Slurs, it's a comprehensive introduction to all the skills required for beginners.


The course utilizes a variety of keyword exercises and technical workouts, offering ample opportunity to practice and refine your skills. Using the Tunefox platform's feature set, students can learn in a dynamic, personalized manner.


Playing along with the course's backing tracks is another fun, immersive way to learn. With the Speed Up function, you can progressively challenge yourself to play at increasingly higher speeds, starting at a tempo you're comfortable with.


Finally, practice makes perfect. Focus on specific sections, play them repeatedly, and register your progress. Yes, it may be challenging at times, but remember, every professional was once an amateur. Enjoy the process, and you'll be strumming away on your banjo in no time.