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title: Jens Kruger Beginner Banjo Lesson 14 - Combining Licks and Melody
description: In this beginner banjo lesson, Jens Kruger explains how there are 2 parts to Scruggs banjo playing - licks and melody. Watch this video lesson with Jens!
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# [Jens Kruger Beginner Banjo Lesson 14 - Combining Licks and Melody](https://blog.deeringbanjos.com/jens-kruger-beginner-banjo-lesson-14-combining-licks-and-melody)

 Written by [David Bandrowski](https://blog.deeringbanjos.com/author/david-bandrowski) | Oct 27, 2020 6:24:54 PM

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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