McCabe, Larry - How To Play The Banjo (Book & CD)

This book teaches beginners to play the five-string banjo in G tuning; G is the standard tuning for the five-string. The instrument is most closely associated with bluegrass music but is also suitable for a wide range of folk music including traditional Irish music, old-time fiddle tunes, & blues. The easy-to-follow lessons taught here will help you learn your way around the banjo as quickly as possible. Beginners of all ages can use the book, & note reading is not required.