Hooks & Nuts

Banjos for Guitarists

Yes. Everyone does.

Have you ever noticed that the best hitters in baseball have an incredibly smooth swing? They don't "swing for the fences" - that's what hitters with a high...

Ever notice how many “experts” there are on “learning to play banjo”, or anything, for that matter? While I urge all of us to explore their recommendations...

We’ve all heard the expression “music is more than the notes.”   But what does that mean?

Banjo is an instrument that you can teach yourself to play with great success.

I recently wrote an article about strengthening your fretting hand’s pinky and ring finger. A common question that I have heard over the years is; “what good...

The Issue

Admired and feared, improvising has sometimes been shrouded by mystery and misunderstanding. New banjo students are often baffled by top players who pick...