Jens Kruger Beginner Banjo Lesson 14 - Combining Licks and Melody

by David Bandrowski

In this beginner banjo lesson, Jens Kruger explains how there are 2 parts to Scruggs style banjo playing - licks and melody. Both are important, but putting them together can be tricky. Watch this video lesson with Jens to understand each and learn how to begin to put them together.

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