This is a great series of videos which have really helped me engage with the banjo. The best part might be me walking around at work saying, “pinch, slide, pinch,1,2,5,2,1,5,1, pinch”
Jim, I bought a banjo about 10 years ago and struggled every time I tried to learn until now. Your lessons are excellent and within 2 weeks time of practicing for about an hour a day I am playing Cripple Creek! Yes, I’m playing slowly and with a few mistakes here and there, but light years ahead of where I was previously. Thank you for the awesome Christmas present of music!!
What can i say Jim, I'm actually hearing a tune coming and at 62 having never played anything before it's great and all thanks to you, thanks for the great videos.
Jim, I bought a banjo at a pawn shop and watched lesson 3-4 about 15 times. In one week never playing an instrument, I CAN play Cripple Creek. Thanks man.
Well Mr. Pankey, thank you. It has been literally four days since I picked a banjo up for the first time in my life and I am absolutely shocked to hear myself already playing cripple creek, and I have your teaching to thank. It came natural to me, been listening to bluegrass all my life and dreamed of playing the banjo, at 26 you are helping me realize that dream. Thanks again, I can't wait for the future.
God bless you, sir. I've had a banjo for about 25 yrs. I never could get any help to even try and learn to play. Let me say this, you have inspired me to pick it back up. Thank you!! After spending a couple of hours with you, I have finally started picking, playing, somewhat. I will never forget you for making it simple enough for me to figure it out. I hope you see this message. I know it is a few years old. Once again, sir, God bless you!
I'll start with, I'm 50. Played the Saxophone for 8 years growing up. High school graduation came and went and so did the Sax playing. Still have it though. I built an airplane that I aim to do some airplane camping with. That was a three year endeavor. What's better than a banjo to take out to the sticks around a campfire? With time on my hands now that the build is finished I figured an instrument would be a lot more rewarding than sitting in front of the TV. Anyhow, I watched these instructional videos and can relate to Jim's style I guess. He inspired me to the point of asking the girlfriend for a banjo for Christmas. I am learning from books that were included with the Banjo purchase but it gets boring. I come to Jim and I feel that learning is much more enjoyable with him. I laughed when I read someone compare Jim to Bob Ross. That is a huge compliment actually and I can't agree more. Thank You Jim!
After many years of talkin about buying a banjo,I finally got one for Christmas from my kids.didnt think I'd even be able to play anything on it,but you Jim have saved the day,you are the best mate, thanks for sharing your expertise with all us wannabe pickers. Cheers mate
I've been through a whole mess of youtube videos trying to find video lessons. Yours, sir, are by far the best! I'm already moving up the lesson list after only owning a banjo for a few short weeks. Taking a couple of days per video is really helping. Thank you for these Jim. =josh=
Jim,At age 63 I just bought a banjo. I always wanted to play something in my life since I was younger. I am on your lesson 4 and starting to pick it up. I practice about 2 hours a night when I can and only had it for about a week now. I could of got lessons, but wanted to stay home and try and teach myself. With the help of your videos I hope you stay healthy and keep them coming. I really enjoy your teaching nice and slow. And the speed will come later. Thanks
Jim, just found you on RUclips yesterday. I am a pretty rank beginner but love your style of teaching. I worked on Lesson 3 yesterday and lesson 4 today. When you challenged us at the 8:50 mark on lesson 4 to play all the way thru I was still having a little difficulty. You have probably mentioned this to your students in the past but You Tube allows you to play at less than full speed by tapping on the three dots in the top right corner (on my iPad). This helped me a lot to be able to play along with you. I am a new subscriber. Thank you so much.
Thank you Jim. During this time of political craziness, wildfires, and pandemics you have brought a little (lot) of joy to my life. This has been such an awesome hobby to start and I can say it's thanks to your videos and encouragement. Just wanted to let you know how appreciated you are!
Was given a banjo as a gift at 70 from my son. I am completely non musical at all but I am giving it a red hot go. Thank you for your simple easy to follow lessons Jim for a total novice you make it super fun. I seem need a fair bit of practice time as I have no musical knowlegebut I am slowly getting there. Cheers from Australia, take care and keep safe
I can’t believe it. First I was shocked to being playing something that was even remotely melodic, from lesson 3. Now I’m basically playing an entire song!? Mind blown. All thanks to a teacher who posted RUclips videos. Never played an acoustic in my life (played some violin as a teenager, that’s all). This one was a little tricky for me. Putting all the different parts together in sequence was really confusing. I used rewind and slow playback a lot.
Literally the best banjo teacher on RUclips. Breaks it down so simple and doesn’t rush you. I’ve learnt so much off him. Would honestly recommend to anyone wanting to learn the banjo from scratch.
So far my favorite instructor ever. Ive played guitar well over 15 yrs now and picked up the banjo months ago. Im am grateful for discovering Jim's channel on the site and I love every lesson far. Simple, Easy to understand, and fun to listen to.
Hi Jim, I received a banjo for my 78th birthday and you actually make me believe I can learn to play! True enough it's slow going and I've only completed the first three lessons. I try to practice an hour every day...don't always make it , but I mostly do. So Thank you very much!
my wife gave me a banjo 28 years ago.it's been hanging on the wall with all my guitars....until the lockdown.finding your videos and your simple method of teaching so it's understandable has finally put me on the banjo.thank you and keep'em coming please!
Jim, you are an awesome instructor! Often when learning something new, we put a lot of pressure on ourselves. When we don't get where we think we should be and in the time frame we think we should , we get frustrated and ultimately quit. You are so patient and understand people learn at different rates. You put no pressure on your students (RUclips watchers) so they can succeed. I have succeeded in learning to play Cripple Creek! I have always loved bluegrass and the banjo. At 56, I can play! The only way I can thank you is to practice, practice, practice and learn more songs. Thank you! I look forward to more videos from Uncle Jim.
I'm a year later than you and I am 56 this yr. I'm getting all of a twizzle on this lesson having *thought* I'd practiced 3 fully... the family was certainly tired of it! I was getting tired and frustrated tho trying to piece it all together and thought I'd rest a mo and see how others were faring. My son learned to play this when I bought him his ( now my ) banjo 12yrs ago. He now has a better banjo and a mandolin and is persevering with all thosenextra strings, so I'm sure I can! Thanks for your encouragement!
Wow! After buying this Aria 921C (new) in the1970's as a 20-something year old, I can finally play a song! I'm almost in tears... IMHO, these are the absolute best tutorials on RUclips. I know everyone has a different learning style, but Mr. Pankey's REALLY works for me. I'm going to play this version of Cripple Creek a couple hundred times, then I'll be back for more.
Jim, just wanted to add my voice to the chorus of “thank you” for posting these lessons. I had 2 prior failed attempts at learning to play the banjo when I was in high school and college. A combination of poor instruments and only a Mel Bays book for instruction pretty much doomed the effort. Fast forward 40+ years and with a decent loaner from a friend and your lessons I’m actually playing the banjo! Playing Cripple Creek puts a smile on my face. Thanks so much for giving of your time and energy to pass on what you know!
I got my Poppop’s banjo a few years ago when my dad passed away and Its been calling me to pick it up. Just started watching these videos and it’s an awesome feeling to be able to play my first song. Thanks Jim.
Just wanted to say THANK YOU and I have enjoyed the lessons so far. I'm 51 years old and never played before. I got a banjo for Christmas and have been following your lessons. I'm only on my second week and I can already hear a song trying to come out! I look forward to finishing the "Learn to Play Bluegrass Banjo" and moving on to some of your other videos.
After watching a couple of your videos, I decided to give the banjo a try. At age 53 I figured I had an ice cubes chance in Hades of learning to play it. All I can say is THANK YOU JIM!!! Your videos are easy to follow and you explanations are even easier. I spend an hour with you every day and in just 4 short weeks I am almost ready to begin Lesson 5. Thank you again Jim for introducing me the banjo and inspiring me to keep playing. I only wish I would of came across your site sooner!
Thank you so much for teaching. My dad passed away and his favorite instrument was the banjo. My husband bought me a banjo for Christmas and I’ve finally had the time to learn. You’ve made banjo very easy to understand. My daddy would be so proud of me.
I bought a banjo last Saturday (05 Dec 2020) and started this video lesson series of yours that day. Low and behold, one week later, here I am playing Cripple Creek! I have never played a string instrument before. You’re a great teacher!
I was probably about 9 when I got my first guitar. Messed around on it for a short while before I lost interest because I couldn't seem to figure it out. Got a drum set when I was about 13 and basically used it as anger management, never even attempting to learn it. I'm now 31 and after a short conversation with my dad months ago, about how interesting the history of the Banjo is. My dad surprised me with a Banjo for Christmas. I own a small retail shop and find myself with quite a bit of free time on slow days at the shop. I've brought my banjo to the shop every day since I've got it and have amazed myself at the progress I've made in such a short period of time and it's all thanks to you. I greatly appreciate your lessons on here. Thank you very much for these videos.
I am on this lesson now and I don't know what I'd do without your channel! I need a Jim Pankey T-shirt! I can't wait to watch all of your videos. I can finally play a bit of a tune out on my back patio for the birds n butterflies hahaha. Thanks again Jim I'll do what I can to support your channel and merchandise!
Hi Jim; I bought my first banjo about 35 years ago, a Fender Leo, and after about 21 years I had to give it up due to certain health issues. I'm almost 71 now and I picked it up again and now I'm following your amazing lessons here on RUclips, but I have to keep repeating them due to awfully painful arthritis issues. (I'm only on lesson 2 to 3 at the moment). However, I'm not giving up because I've come to really enjoy your teaching style. I'm re-learning Cripple Creek and having fun doing it. After that, I'll work on some other old favorites. If I can get my old hands loosened up a little I should be able to play Cripple Creek in another month or so. Thank you very much for these lessons Jim, and I can't tell you how much I appreciate you providing them. I feel as though you're speaking directly to me (especially when you look right into the camera the way you do), and that personal touch really helps a lot. So, thanks again Jim, and God willing, we'll see you on lesson 3 just as soon as I finish lesson 2 properly. Bye the way, you're a great teacher and a huge inspiration.
Hey Jim, I'm 59 yrs old, and have played guitar on and off since high school , but it was on my bucket list to learn banjo. I just wanted to say your teaching style is fantastic! I've only had my banjo for a week, and I can now play Cripple Creek! That's nuts! Thank you so much for posting these lessons! 😊
My wife gave me my first banjo this Christmas as I have always wanted to pay it. I am almost 48 and even though I was excited to get it I did not know how I was going to learn it as I live in a remote small town. You videos have been great and super easy to follow. Thank you so much. I have been driving my family crazy with Cripple Creek and I love it. My only regret is I did not pick up the banjo earlier. Thanks again!
THIS IS AMAZING!!! Jim you are hands down the best banjo teacher on RUclips and the World! i'm a 30 yr old kid, just got my first banjo ever delivered on Friday and already by Tuesday (less than a week ago) i'm playing Cripple Creek with all the bells and whistles past lesson 6. Keep in mind that i have a full time day job and never ever played any other musical instruments in my entire life! THIS IS AMAZING!!! Now ill be starting your lesson 7. Thank you Very much!
fabulous Jim! I bought my banjo some 15 years ago in NYC but never really put much time in learning how to play it . Now I moved to North Carolina from Israel for a couple of years and decided that it's a shame to be living in Dixiland and not know how to play your own banjo. So here I am after only 2 days with your great fun banjo lessons, just completed the forth lesson and am kind of really playing Cripple Creek! You're a magician, man. Thank you, thank you, thank you :)
Thanks, Jim! I tried to take up the banjo about 10 years ago without enough commitment or luck with any lessons. I feel like I've learnt more and made more progress in one week of watching your videos than months of trying back when I was a teenager. I really appreciate you taking the time to do these and your personality keeps viewers coming back. Thanks again and keep it up!
Hi Mr.Jim. Ima Japanese moved to Texas from Tokyo last year. I'm not a guy who comments on youtube videos (actually this is my first time) but I just wanna say THANK YOU SO MUCH,YOU'RE MY LORD. Since my visa has 5 years I wanted to do something new here. Then I bought a banjo and found your videos. All your words make sense and I really like how you teach. My cat started to sleep next to me after I completed cripple creek. Doumo Arigato!
Dang Jim. Keep doing what you do. This is a blast. Professional halfpipe skier and Olympian here. Was listening to bluegrass and bought a little travel banjo on a whim, now I take it everywhere with me and you're teaching me to play cripple creek. RUclips is awesome.
Jim, I have been so impressed with your teaching. I am 75 years old, had my banjo for many years and never learning to play a song until you taught me, Cripple Creek. You are the best. Would you please give me a link to Amazing Grace as you are teaching now. Simple is good. Thanking you again.
Yes, Mr Pankey, in answer to your question I am having fun. You make learning the banjo easy, and if it's easy it's fun. You have a gift for teaching. I wish some of my teachers at school all those long years ago had a fraction of your skill. I might even have enjoyed learning Latin! Once again, my heartfelt thanks
Pretty much a fan of your humor and of course the way you teach. Thanks for letting me know you're out there. It's been a month and i find my self playing cripple creek on a banjo, thanks Jim i wish you the best from Catalonia. stay strong!!
I was given a banjo for my birthday when I turned 16. I always fiddled around with it, learned a few things, but never learned my first song until today after this lesson. I’m 25 now, and look forward to continuing to learn so I can play with my brother in laws who all play guitar, piano, and bass guitar. Thank you Jim!
Back on track after a stroke Jim but now back on track. Playing on stage 4 and loving it and you. God bless you for all you do for people. Ger (originally from Ireland) now live in Auss.
Hi Jim. I just wanted to say thank you for all these lessons. I am finally able to play through all of Cripple Creek without having to check myself or correct a mistake. My wife tells me all the time "just play" and with your help I finally am. I need to continue to practice my slides at least the 2-4 slide. I always cut it short. I'm not worried about speed or perfection, i'm just playing and loving every minute. Thank you again so much.
Love your videos! Im 29 and I've literally wanted a banjo my whole life. A friend blessed me with one less than a week ago and I've already learned almost a whole song! THANK YOU!
I’ve had my banjo for 2 months. Tried all sort of teachers and methods. I first saw you teaching clawhammer and I am able to follow you with ease. Now I actually have cripple creek down using rolls. Man I’m 68 and not the sharpest tac In the pack. Some things are just meant to be. Thanks for being that instructor that got me motivated.
having played the classical guitar for 30 years , i fancied a new challenge in my now 60's and that is to learn the banjo, your lessons are fun and enjoyable to listen to and find myself coming on leaps and bounds thanks to you Jim, looking forward to more of your videos,
Jim, I just love your style! I've just started tinkering with the Banjo, but, my father played the Banjo and, it's hard to follow his act! But, after watching your videos on RUclips, I feel a lot more confident about playing the Banjo! Kudos my friend! Right now, I'm jamming with my GRETSCH GUITAR! I love my Gretsch guitar! Oh yeah, what Banjo do you recommend for me? A beginner?
Hey Mr. Jim, I just wanna say thanks so much for making these videos! I’m a 21 year old and over the years I’ve tried to pick up the guitar and piano but got completely discouraged and quit. I got a banjo for Christmas and am already picking up to this video. You’re a fantastic teacher and I’m looking forward to playing Cripple Creek all the way!
I've been playing since xmas had a breakthrough the past couple of days made huge progress by relaxing and shutting off my brain and letting all my hard work of replicating rolls slides etc. take over playing very smooth with limited mistakes my advice is practice you rolls slides etc. relentlessly but when you put it all together shut off you brain and just play
Hey Jim! Just wanted to say a heartfelt thank you from a mother of 3 in WV! I just got a banjo for Christmas and Ive always loved the sound. Now I’m learning how to play it thanks to you! I just finished lesson 4 and cant wait to learn more. Great videos, great teacher and a lot of fun.
"...play it, play it, play it, drive your family crazy, drive your friends crazy..." Check! Thank you for the lessons. I too failed at learning in 1993. Gave up. Now it's so rewarding and fun learning with your videos. Cheers! -Kevin
I can play it! It took me a lot of practice and lots of repeated sessions with this video, but i can play it, hurray! Thank you so much for your teaching. You are delightful to learn from!!
Thanks again, Jim! This one was tricky for me, just in terms of remembering everything in the right order. I finally found that once I wrote it out, I could play through it and generally keep up.
Been playing my new banjo for 5 days practising for about an hour a day and this afternoon i went through the low part perfectly !! Such a blast to actually get a tune from my banjo that sounds like a banjo player !! Jim thanks for your awesome lessons you have a great way of teaching and i am grateful i found your channel.
I followed the other videos along patiently not jumping ahead and then bam! Cripple Creek started to play from my fingers! Thanks a lot for your wonderful tutorial!
Hi Jim , started playing banjo at 52 my husband bought me a Banjo for Christmas, he is a guitar man, so banjo is pretty much jibberish to him, I have an instructor once a week , but I literally spend an hour and a half every evening with your videos! I’m on lesson 4 now , and it’s giving me so much confidence to go at my own pace! At home,You are a great teacher , thanks so much, sincerely, your forever unknown student.😉
Mr Jim Pankey you rock ! . THANK you for the lessons . I just got this down (pause and play and start over / numerous times ) I will clean it up before moving to the next lesson. I've not smiled ,giggled & had so much fun since the (girls) cheerleading incedent in school and I'm in my 50's ...... THANK You so much...
Jimmy, I just can’t believe how many people have thumbed-down on your videos. Just what kinda subscribers do you attract - your tutorials are biblical!!
jim, i am an eighteen year old student who recently got a banjo for her birthday, and i am already finding myself being able to play this new instrument! having played guitar and ukulele before with my dad, this is another fun thing i can do with him, and it wouldn't be the same without the expert help from your videos. thank you for teaching us all!!
Wow i been shoveling through videos for weeks i was originally going to buy a ukulele because i was intimidated by the beautiful banjo but after seeing ur video and how easily u break it down my hubby got me my first banjo and u have me actually excited to learn !! Im doing good after just 3 of ur videos !! Thank you !! This grandma is gonna be cool!! Lol
Just started watching 1 week ago and comfortable with level 3 already. You are easy to watch and learn from. Looking forward to continued progress. Thank you for your inspiration and confidence.
Jim, I've just got to say, you are an absolutely amazing teacher. I just turned 18 a few days ago and got a banjo for my birthday. I've always loved bluegrass music and that carried over to me wanting a banjo. I've been playing guitar since I was 8 or so, and I've got to say, even though this song is not difficult at all to what I can play on guitar, I probably had more fun learning from your videos than I have for any song I've learned on guitar. So after 10 years of playing the guitar, your lessons have brought more joy because of your teaching style, personality, and just how well you teach the banjo. Thank you so much for making these videos! I'll definitely be watching a lot more of your videos!
@JimPankey Thanks for these videos! I got a banjo for Christmas and I've been rewatching this series and practicing over and over again. For better or worse, I recorded myself and uploaded my progress to youtube today. Best fun I've had in a long time!
I have been trying to teach myself by watching different "how to" banjo videos and settled on yours. You have a relaxed and disarming teaching style that takes a lot of moving parts and makes sense of them. Thanks so much Jim, I feel like I am really getting it. God bless and be well.
Lesson 4 bit nervous now using the left hand more but practice practice practice really enjoying the lessons and loving the banjo, thanks again for these video's Mr Pankey still loving them! Only regret I have is I wish I started earlier then 42 years
Hi Jim, I know this is a day late and a dollar short but I wanted to thank you for creating and contuning to share your videos. For years I toyed aroun on accustic guitar and never got the hang of it. I feel I am learning the banjo a good pace for me and truly enjoying it! God bless!
This series of videos is what convinced me to finally get around to buying a banjo. A few weeks in and it feels like a difficult, but possible task. Thank you for these videos, and thank you for the way you teach. Just wanted you to know these are still helping people.
I learned another great lesson from the comments. 39 is not too old to learn to play my 1st instrument. In fact, the older the student, the greater my joy that excuses didn't stop them!
Just wanted to add for brand new banjoists,like me. If it is hard to distinguish finger movements ,or just need to slow things down, you can click on the 'gear icon' in the video window, go to SPEED,and change from NORMAL,to .5 (which is half speed). This has really help me in a few spots. Thank You much Jim,for the great detailed videos,too. For not having ever owned a musical instrument in my life, am fast becoming a bluegrass superstar. At least the dog is listening to all I can dish out. The Mrs, seems impressed too,well at least in my mind she is. ha ha,
Thanks Jim!! I was hooked from video 1. My 20+ years since I tried and failed to learn from a tab book. Dusted down the banjo and now almost playing cripple creek 👍☺️
Iv been playing banjo for a couple months now. Your the first banjo instructor iv had. I’m on lesson 4, I turn you on slow motion you sound alittle druck. Lol. But it’s helped me out so much. Thank you very much.
hey jim, i finally picked up my dad's banjo after many years of trying to get it out of the way; i found your videos and i am absolutely loving iit. You are an amazing teacher JIm. thanks so much
Thank you very much for making these videos for us Banjo beginners. I went out and brought myself a second hand banjo it needed new string so I watched your video to learn how to put new strings on. My next step is to watch the rest of your videos to learn how to play my 🪕 banjo. I have found your videos to be the best and easiest to learn from. I am in Australia. Have a blessed day 🙏 thank you so much for your videos muchly appreciated.
Got the hang of this bit now, Jim - really didn't think I would but it's there. My son asked me if I had learnt anything else - I think I'm doing as you suggested - driving the family crazy lol :) first time in my life I feel like I'm 'playing music' - it's only taken me 52 years haha
I just happened to stumble across your videos and you inspired me to go out and buy a banjo this past Thursday and here it is Sunday and i can play through cripple creek! Thanks to you, I have fell in love with music again! I played the guitar for a few years back when I was younger but I gave it up unfortunately. Thanks Jim!!
I have good news tempered with bad news, I had taken my guitar to the luthier, and he did an amazing job, it is better than new, I can now hit chords I never could before, and it sounds so amazing, however, it is in the case, as I hammer away on my banjo lessons with Mr. Pankey. I am stuck on lesson 3.5 as I can't go on I'm having too much fun with the low part of cripple creek and a c chord and can't sit still. I'm on it so much I can still hear it hours into the work day. Thanks Jim.
Hi Jim im 65and have always wanted to play the banjo now that I’m retired I have bought a nice 5 string banjo and I’m at the end of lesson 4 And can play cripple creek quite well thanks to you the way you teach is perfect for me my aim is to eventually be able to play duelling banjo s And I’m sure there are thousands of people who would like to do the same so would you please please please give some consideration about making a series of videos step by step for people like me looking forward to your reply thank you for all your help Paul in the uk
Jim, the way you put these together step by step, and reminding us to master each little part before moving on, is fantastic. Video 4 was amazing to be able to put together all of the parts I have been working on for weeks to master, into a real multi part song. Its helpful when you play it though slow and fast to show what it will eventually sound like. And when you sing along, its really helpful for us remember the melody. These have been so great for me. Thank you SO much. I am hooked. Thanks for your generosity.
Jim, just a quick message to say thank you for these lessons. After playing acoustic guitar most of my life, I was given a banjo that used to belong to my Aunt after she passed away recently. So, I'm trying to learn how to play in her honor. I just completed lesson 4. I find you very easy to follow, and I'm doing pretty well so far. I look forward to more instruction from you on lesson 5 and beyond. Thank you once again. Take care!
Please never stop making this videos, you are the best banjo teacher i've found,
couldn't agree more.
Me neither!
I would totally agree
Agreed im actually having fun and understanding
I just started and I find myself only searching for Jim's videos!! Great stuff!!!
This is a great series of videos which have really helped me engage with the banjo. The best part might be me walking around at work saying, “pinch, slide, pinch,1,2,5,2,1,5,1, pinch”
Be sure to practice those patterns on your leg when you’re saying them. 😊
That fact that you actually care about students you’ve never met is just awesome. You’ve already helped me tremendously. Thanks a million
Thanks for learning me to play, banjo Santa.
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Jim, I bought a banjo about 10 years ago and struggled every time I tried to learn until now. Your lessons are excellent and within 2 weeks time of practicing for about an hour a day I am playing Cripple Creek! Yes, I’m playing slowly and with a few mistakes here and there, but light years ahead of where I was previously. Thank you for the awesome Christmas present of music!!
So glad I could help. Thanks for watching and be sure to keep me posted on your progress.
What can i say Jim, I'm actually hearing a tune coming and at 62 having never played anything before it's great and all thanks to you, thanks for the great videos.
Jim is by far the best teacher on the internet. He takes things nice and slow and goes over it in a simple and understandable way.
Thanks 😊
Jim, I bought a banjo at a pawn shop and watched lesson 3-4 about 15 times. In one week never playing an instrument, I CAN play Cripple Creek. Thanks man.
Rock on! Proud of you!
Well Mr. Pankey, thank you. It has been literally four days since I picked a banjo up for the first time in my life and I am absolutely shocked to hear myself already playing cripple creek, and I have your teaching to thank. It came natural to me, been listening to bluegrass all my life and dreamed of playing the banjo, at 26 you are helping me realize that dream. Thanks again, I can't wait for the future.
God bless you, sir. I've had a banjo for about 25 yrs. I never could get any help to even try and learn to play. Let me say this, you have inspired me to pick it back up. Thank you!!
After spending a couple of hours with you, I have finally started picking, playing, somewhat. I will never forget you for making it simple enough for me to figure it out.
I hope you see this message. I know it is a few years old. Once again, sir, God bless you!
That's awesome! Glad you're enjoying it.
I'll start with, I'm 50. Played the Saxophone for 8 years growing up. High school graduation came and went and so did the Sax playing. Still have it though. I built an airplane that I aim to do some airplane camping with. That was a three year endeavor. What's better than a banjo to take out to the sticks around a campfire? With time on my hands now that the build is finished I figured an instrument would be a lot more rewarding than sitting in front of the TV. Anyhow, I watched these instructional videos and can relate to Jim's style I guess. He inspired me to the point of asking the girlfriend for a banjo for Christmas. I am learning from books that were included with the Banjo purchase but it gets boring. I come to Jim and I feel that learning is much more enjoyable with him. I laughed when I read someone compare Jim to Bob Ross. That is a huge compliment actually and I can't agree more. Thank You Jim!
So glad you’re learning. Thanks for the kind words and keep picking. 😊
After many years of talkin about buying a banjo,I finally got one for Christmas from my kids.didnt think I'd even be able to play anything on it,but you Jim have saved the day,you are the best mate, thanks for sharing your expertise with all us wannabe pickers.
Cheers mate
Thanks for letting me teach you 😀
I've been through a whole mess of youtube videos trying to find video lessons. Yours, sir, are by far the best! I'm already moving up the lesson list after only owning a banjo for a few short weeks. Taking a couple of days per video is really helping. Thank you for these Jim.
=josh=
Josh Pickens how is your banjo skills now, I am in your same shoes right now, just looking forward to see how you are doing if you still play
by the way i'm 71 years old and am really enjoying this,finally.
Yay!
Jim,At age 63 I just bought a banjo. I always wanted to play something in my life since I was younger. I am on your lesson 4 and starting to pick it up. I practice about 2 hours a night when I can and only had it for about a week now. I could of got lessons, but wanted to stay home and try and teach myself. With the help of your videos I hope you stay healthy and keep them coming. I really enjoy your teaching nice and slow. And the speed will come later. Thanks
Jim, just found you on RUclips yesterday. I am a pretty rank beginner but love your style of teaching. I worked on Lesson 3 yesterday and lesson 4 today. When you challenged us at the 8:50 mark on lesson 4 to play all the way thru I was still having a little difficulty. You have probably mentioned this to your students in the past but You Tube allows you to play at less than full speed by tapping on the three dots in the top right corner (on my iPad). This helped me a lot to be able to play along with you. I am a new subscriber. Thank you so much.
3 yrs later you're still teaching a new generation to play an amazing instrument. Bless ya
Thanks. 😊
Thank you Jim. During this time of political craziness, wildfires, and pandemics you have brought a little (lot) of joy to my life. This has been such an awesome hobby to start and I can say it's thanks to your videos and encouragement. Just wanted to let you know how appreciated you are!
Thanks so much. ☺️
Was given a banjo as a gift at 70 from my son. I am completely non musical at all but I am giving it a red hot go. Thank you for your simple easy to follow lessons Jim for a total novice you make it super fun. I seem need a fair bit of practice time as I have no musical knowlegebut I am slowly getting there. Cheers from Australia, take care and keep safe
Thanks for letting me teach you 😊
I can’t believe it. First I was shocked to being playing something that was even remotely melodic, from lesson 3. Now I’m basically playing an entire song!? Mind blown. All thanks to a teacher who posted RUclips videos. Never played an acoustic in my life (played some violin as a teenager, that’s all).
This one was a little tricky for me. Putting all the different parts together in sequence was really confusing. I used rewind and slow playback a lot.
Literally the best banjo teacher on RUclips. Breaks it down so simple and doesn’t rush you. I’ve learnt so much off him. Would honestly recommend to anyone wanting to learn the banjo from scratch.
Thanks so much!
Jim Pankey hi was just wondering what chords is your banjo tuned in, mine is an open G.
Shona-Marie Croll open G.
These are great, Jim. A real treasure. I have had my banjo 2 weeks and it already sounds so cool! ☮
Glad I can help 😀
So far my favorite instructor ever. Ive played guitar well over 15 yrs now and picked up the banjo months ago. Im am grateful for discovering Jim's channel on the site and I love every lesson far. Simple, Easy to understand, and fun to listen to.
Hi Jim, I received a banjo for my 78th birthday and you actually make me believe I can learn to play! True enough it's slow going and I've only completed the first three lessons. I try to practice an hour every day...don't always make it , but I mostly do. So Thank you very much!
You're welcome! Keep at it, you'll get there.
my wife gave me a banjo 28 years ago.it's been hanging on the wall with all my guitars....until the lockdown.finding your videos and your simple method of teaching so it's understandable has finally put me on the banjo.thank you and keep'em coming please!
So glad you’re learning the banjo!
Jim, you are an awesome instructor! Often when learning something new, we put a lot of pressure on ourselves. When we don't get where we think we should be and in the time frame we think we should , we get frustrated and ultimately quit. You are so patient and understand people learn at different rates. You put no pressure on your students (RUclips watchers) so they can succeed. I have succeeded in learning to play Cripple Creek! I have always loved bluegrass and the banjo. At 56, I can play! The only way I can thank you is to practice, practice, practice and learn more songs. Thank you! I look forward to more videos from Uncle Jim.
I'm so glad I'm able to encourage you! Glad to hear that you're playing. 😊
I'm a year later than you and I am 56 this yr. I'm getting all of a twizzle on this lesson having *thought* I'd practiced 3 fully... the family was certainly tired of it! I was getting tired and frustrated tho trying to piece it all together and thought I'd rest a mo and see how others were faring. My son learned to play this when I bought him his ( now my ) banjo 12yrs ago. He now has a better banjo and a mandolin and is persevering with all thosenextra strings, so I'm sure I can! Thanks for your encouragement!
Wow! After buying this Aria 921C (new) in the1970's as a 20-something year old, I can finally play a song! I'm almost in tears... IMHO, these are the absolute best tutorials on RUclips. I know everyone has a different learning style, but Mr. Pankey's REALLY works for me. I'm going to play this version of Cripple Creek a couple hundred times, then I'll be back for more.
Keep me posted on your progress 😊
Jim, just wanted to add my voice to the chorus of “thank you” for posting these lessons. I had 2 prior failed attempts at learning to play the banjo when I was in high school and college. A combination of poor instruments and only a Mel Bays book for instruction pretty much doomed the effort. Fast forward 40+ years and with a decent loaner from a friend and your lessons I’m actually playing the banjo! Playing Cripple Creek puts a smile on my face. Thanks so much for giving of your time and energy to pass on what you know!
Glad to be part of your banjo journey. Keep me posted on your progress. :)
I got my Poppop’s banjo a few years ago when my dad passed away and Its been calling me to pick it up. Just started watching these videos and it’s an awesome feeling to be able to play my first song. Thanks Jim.
Just wanted to say THANK YOU and I have enjoyed the lessons so far. I'm 51 years old and never played before. I got a banjo for Christmas and have been following your lessons. I'm only on my second week and I can already hear a song trying to come out! I look forward to finishing the "Learn to Play Bluegrass Banjo" and moving on to some of your other videos.
Thanks for letting me help you learn! Keep me posted on your progress.
After watching a couple of your videos, I decided to give the banjo a try. At age 53 I figured I had an ice cubes chance in Hades of learning to play it. All I can say is THANK YOU JIM!!! Your videos are easy to follow and you explanations are even easier. I spend an hour with you every day and in just 4 short weeks I am almost ready to begin Lesson 5. Thank you again Jim for introducing me the banjo and inspiring me to keep playing. I only wish I would of came across your site sooner!
Thanks for watching and letting me be part of your banjo journey.
Thank you so much for teaching. My dad passed away and his favorite instrument was the banjo. My husband bought me a banjo for Christmas and I’ve finally had the time to learn. You’ve made banjo very easy to understand. My daddy would be so proud of me.
Thanks for letting me teach you. ☺️
I bought a banjo last Saturday (05 Dec 2020) and started this video lesson series of yours that day. Low and behold, one week later, here I am playing Cripple Creek!
I have never played a string instrument before. You’re a great teacher!
Woohoo! Keep posted on your progress. 😊
65 and just picked up a banjo for the first time ever. Fingers sore and smiling wide. Cheers mate love these vids
Oh exciting! Keep me posted on your progress. :)
I was probably about 9 when I got my first guitar. Messed around on it for a short while before I lost interest because I couldn't seem to figure it out. Got a drum set when I was about 13 and basically used it as anger management, never even attempting to learn it. I'm now 31 and after a short conversation with my dad months ago, about how interesting the history of the Banjo is. My dad surprised me with a Banjo for Christmas. I own a small retail shop and find myself with quite a bit of free time on slow days at the shop. I've brought my banjo to the shop every day since I've got it and have amazed myself at the progress I've made in such a short period of time and it's all thanks to you. I greatly appreciate your lessons on here. Thank you very much for these videos.
That’s fantastic. Please keep me posted on your progress. 😀
I am on this lesson now and I don't know what I'd do without your channel! I need a Jim Pankey T-shirt! I can't wait to watch all of your videos. I can finally play a bit of a tune out on my back patio for the birds n butterflies hahaha. Thanks again Jim I'll do what I can to support your channel and merchandise!
Hi Jim;
I bought my first banjo about 35 years ago, a Fender Leo, and after about 21 years I had to give it up due to certain health issues.
I'm almost 71 now and I picked it up again and now I'm following your amazing lessons here on RUclips, but I have to keep repeating them due to awfully painful arthritis issues. (I'm only on lesson 2 to 3 at the moment). However, I'm not giving up because I've come to really enjoy your teaching style. I'm re-learning Cripple Creek and having fun doing it. After that, I'll work on some other old favorites.
If I can get my old hands loosened up a little I should be able to play Cripple Creek in another month or so. Thank you very much for these lessons Jim, and I can't tell you how much I appreciate you providing them. I feel as though you're speaking directly to me (especially when you look right into the camera the way you do), and that personal touch really helps a lot.
So, thanks again Jim, and God willing, we'll see you on lesson 3 just as soon as I finish lesson 2 properly. Bye the way, you're a great teacher and a huge inspiration.
Hey Jim, I'm 59 yrs old, and have played guitar on and off since high school , but it was on my bucket list to learn banjo. I just wanted to say your teaching style is fantastic! I've only had my banjo for a week, and I can now play Cripple Creek! That's nuts! Thank you so much for posting these lessons! 😊
Awesome! Thanks for letting me help.
My wife gave me my first banjo this Christmas as I have always wanted to pay it. I am almost 48 and even though I was excited to get it I did not know how I was going to learn it as I live in a remote small town. You videos have been great and super easy to follow. Thank you so much. I have been driving my family crazy with Cripple Creek and I love it. My only regret is I did not pick up the banjo earlier. Thanks again!
THIS IS AMAZING!!!
Jim you are hands down the best banjo teacher on RUclips and the World! i'm a 30 yr old kid, just got my first banjo ever delivered on Friday and already by Tuesday (less than a week ago) i'm playing Cripple Creek with all the bells and whistles past lesson 6. Keep in mind that i have a full time day job and never ever played any other musical instruments in my entire life!
THIS IS AMAZING!!!
Now ill be starting your lesson 7. Thank you Very much!
fabulous Jim! I bought my banjo some 15 years ago in NYC but never really put much time in learning how to play it . Now I moved to North Carolina from Israel for a couple of years and decided that it's a shame to be living in Dixiland and not know how to play your own banjo. So here I am after only 2 days with your great fun banjo lessons, just completed the forth lesson and am kind of really playing Cripple Creek! You're a magician, man. Thank you, thank you, thank you :)
Jim!!! My new Banjo just got delivered!! Been settin' it up all morning! Finally ready to play. You're the first person I've told.
Exciting!
Thanks, Jim! I tried to take up the banjo about 10 years ago without enough commitment or luck with any lessons. I feel like I've learnt more and made more progress in one week of watching your videos than months of trying back when I was a teenager. I really appreciate you taking the time to do these and your personality keeps viewers coming back. Thanks again and keep it up!
Hi Mr.Jim. Ima Japanese moved to Texas from Tokyo last year. I'm not a guy who comments on youtube videos (actually this is my first time) but I just wanna say THANK YOU SO MUCH,YOU'RE MY LORD. Since my visa has 5 years I wanted to do something new here. Then I bought a banjo and found your videos. All your words make sense and I really like how you teach. My cat started to sleep next to me after I completed cripple creek.
Doumo Arigato!
Thanks for letting me teach you! It's nice to have your cat's approval too. 😊
Dang Jim. Keep doing what you do. This is a blast. Professional halfpipe skier and Olympian here. Was listening to bluegrass and bought a little travel banjo on a whim, now I take it everywhere with me and you're teaching me to play cripple creek. RUclips is awesome.
Jim, I have been so impressed with your teaching. I am 75 years old, had my banjo for many years and never learning to play a song until you taught me, Cripple Creek. You are the best. Would you please give me a link to Amazing Grace as you are teaching now. Simple is good. Thanking you again.
I love the way you've numbered your lesson it brings continuity to RUclips. Which in my opinion is rarely seen
Couldn’t really think of any way to do this. If folks want to learn then have steps is best. Thanks for letting me teach you. 😊
@@JimPankey I'm following the steps slowly, I have just started and I feel I'm mastering it. Many Many thanks
Yes, Mr Pankey, in answer to your question I am having fun.
You make learning the banjo easy, and if it's easy it's fun.
You have a gift for teaching.
I wish some of my teachers at school all those long years ago had a fraction of your skill.
I might even have enjoyed learning Latin!
Once again, my heartfelt thanks
Pretty much a fan of your humor and of course the way you teach. Thanks for letting me know you're out there. It's been a month and i find my self playing cripple creek on a banjo, thanks Jim i wish you the best from Catalonia. stay strong!!
Thanks for letting me teach you ☺️
I was given a banjo for my birthday when I turned 16. I always fiddled around with it, learned a few things, but never learned my first song until today after this lesson. I’m 25 now, and look forward to continuing to learn so I can play with my brother in laws who all play guitar, piano, and bass guitar. Thank you Jim!
Back on track after a stroke Jim but now back on track. Playing on stage 4 and loving it and you. God bless you for all you do for people. Ger (originally from Ireland) now live in Auss.
Glad you’re back to picking!
Hi Jim. I just wanted to say thank you for all these lessons. I am finally able to play through all of Cripple Creek without having to check myself or correct a mistake. My wife tells me all the time "just play" and with your help I finally am. I need to continue to practice my slides at least the 2-4 slide. I always cut it short. I'm not worried about speed or perfection, i'm just playing and loving every minute. Thank you again so much.
Fantastic! Keep picking😃
Hey Jim, thanks so much for being my first teacher of the banjo. Means a lot that you would share your knowledge with us.
I was laughing to myself when I nailed it ha. Brilliant thank you. My first tune on a banjo.
Feels like winning, doesn't it? You know why? Because it is! Congratulations!
I was laughing too!!
Love your videos! Im 29 and I've literally wanted a banjo my whole life. A friend blessed me with one less than a week ago and I've already learned almost a whole song! THANK YOU!
That is awesome!
I’ve had my banjo for 2 months. Tried all sort of teachers and methods. I first saw you teaching clawhammer and I am able to follow you with ease. Now I actually have cripple creek down using rolls. Man I’m 68 and not the sharpest tac In the pack. Some things are just meant to be. Thanks for being that instructor that got me motivated.
So glad that I can motivate you! Keep me posted on your progress. 😊
having played the classical guitar for 30 years , i fancied a new challenge in my now 60's and that is to learn the banjo, your lessons are fun and enjoyable to listen to and find myself coming on leaps and bounds thanks to you Jim, looking forward to more of your videos,
Glad you’re learning! Keep me posted on your progress!
Jim, YOU ARE UNDOUBTEDLY ONE OF THE BEST AND, PATIENT GUYS I'VE EVER KNOWN! GOD SPEED MY FRIEND!
Thank you ☺️
Jim, I just love your style! I've just started tinkering with the Banjo, but, my father played the Banjo and, it's hard to follow his act! But, after watching your videos on RUclips, I feel a lot more confident about playing the Banjo! Kudos my friend!
Right now, I'm jamming with my GRETSCH GUITAR! I love my Gretsch guitar! Oh yeah, what Banjo do you recommend for me? A beginner?
Hey Mr. Jim, I just wanna say thanks so much for making these videos! I’m a 21 year old and over the years I’ve tried to pick up the guitar and piano but got completely discouraged and quit. I got a banjo for Christmas and am already picking up to this video. You’re a fantastic teacher and I’m looking forward to playing Cripple Creek all the way!
Thanks for the kind words and congratulations on the banjo. You can totally do it. 😃
I've been playing since xmas had a breakthrough the past couple of days made huge progress by relaxing and shutting off my brain and letting all my hard work of replicating rolls slides etc. take over playing very smooth with limited mistakes my advice is practice you rolls slides etc. relentlessly but when you put it all together shut off you brain and just play
I often tell my students “don’t think”
Hey Jim! Just wanted to say a heartfelt thank you from a mother of 3 in WV! I just got a banjo for Christmas and Ive always loved the sound. Now I’m learning how to play it thanks to you! I just finished lesson 4 and cant wait to learn more. Great videos, great teacher and a lot of fun.
I’m so glad to be part of your banjo journey! Keep me posted on your progress. 😊
I'm a baby banjo player, been at it a month, your a wonderful instructor, looked at several on youtube but your the best! thanks
"...play it, play it, play it, drive your family crazy, drive your friends crazy..." Check! Thank you for the lessons. I too failed at learning in 1993. Gave up. Now it's so rewarding and fun learning with your videos. Cheers! -Kevin
Please keep me posted on your progress! Thanks for watching. 😊
I can play it! It took me a lot of practice and lots of repeated sessions with this video, but i can play it, hurray! Thank you so much for your teaching. You are delightful to learn from!!
Great job!
Thanks again, Jim! This one was tricky for me, just in terms of remembering everything in the right order. I finally found that once I wrote it out, I could play through it and generally keep up.
Hang in there. It'll all start to make sense. :)
Been playing my new banjo for 5 days practising for about an hour a day and this afternoon i went through the low part perfectly !! Such a blast to actually get a tune from my banjo that sounds like a banjo player !! Jim thanks for your awesome lessons you have a great way of teaching and i am grateful i found your channel.
I followed the other videos along patiently not jumping ahead and then bam! Cripple Creek started to play from my fingers! Thanks a lot for your wonderful tutorial!
I got a banjo for Christmas and your videos are giving me so much life right now. I'll practice this about 600 more times. My family says thank you! 🤣
Thanks for letting me teach you!
Hi Jim , started playing banjo at 52 my husband bought me a Banjo for Christmas, he is a guitar man, so banjo is pretty much jibberish to him, I have an instructor once a week , but I literally spend an hour and a half every evening with your videos! I’m on lesson 4 now , and it’s giving me so much confidence to go at my own pace! At home,You are a great teacher , thanks so much, sincerely, your forever unknown student.😉
Mr Jim Pankey you rock ! . THANK you for the lessons . I just got this down (pause and play and start over / numerous times ) I will clean it up before moving to the next lesson. I've not smiled ,giggled & had so much fun since the (girls) cheerleading incedent in school and I'm in my 50's ...... THANK You so much...
Thanks for letting me teach you! ☺️
Jimmy, I just can’t believe how many people have thumbed-down on your videos. Just what kinda subscribers do you attract - your tutorials are biblical!!
I’m okay with the thumbs down folks. It’s a way for me to know I’m reaching folks.
jim, i am an eighteen year old student who recently got a banjo for her birthday, and i am already finding myself being able to play this new instrument! having played guitar and ukulele before with my dad, this is another fun thing i can do with him, and it wouldn't be the same without the expert help from your videos. thank you for teaching us all!!
Thanks for letting me teach you ☺️
You are the Jim PanKey of the banjo world! More people need to find your videos...
Thank. 😊
I've never been so happy to watch some ads to support a channel. Dynamite lessons, Jim!
Thanks! 😊
Wow i been shoveling through videos for weeks i was originally going to buy a ukulele because i was intimidated by the beautiful banjo but after seeing ur video and how easily u break it down my hubby got me my first banjo and u have me actually excited to learn !! Im doing good after just 3 of ur videos !! Thank you !! This grandma is gonna be cool!! Lol
Just started watching 1 week ago and comfortable with level 3 already.
You are easy to watch and learn from. Looking forward to continued progress.
Thank you for your inspiration and confidence.
Awesome. Thanks for letting me teach you.
Jim, I've just got to say, you are an absolutely amazing teacher. I just turned 18 a few days ago and got a banjo for my birthday. I've always loved bluegrass music and that carried over to me wanting a banjo. I've been playing guitar since I was 8 or so, and I've got to say, even though this song is not difficult at all to what I can play on guitar, I probably had more fun learning from your videos than I have for any song I've learned on guitar. So after 10 years of playing the guitar, your lessons have brought more joy because of your teaching style, personality, and just how well you teach the banjo. Thank you so much for making these videos! I'll definitely be watching a lot more of your videos!
Thanks for letting me teach you!
@JimPankey Thanks for these videos! I got a banjo for Christmas and I've been rewatching this series and practicing over and over again. For better or worse, I recorded myself and uploaded my progress to youtube today. Best fun I've had in a long time!
Awesome! Thanks for letting me help you learn!
I have been trying to teach myself by watching different "how to" banjo videos and settled on yours. You have a relaxed and disarming teaching style that takes a lot of moving parts and makes sense of them. Thanks so much Jim, I feel like I am really getting it. God bless and be well.
Awesome, thank you!
Lesson 4 bit nervous now using the left hand more but practice practice practice really enjoying the lessons and loving the banjo, thanks again for these video's Mr Pankey still loving them! Only regret I have is I wish I started earlier then 42 years
Don't think of it as practice. Just play every day. You've got this!
hey my son has found this and he been watching a lot of your videos and now he is really good at banjo thank you
That’s great to hear! 😊
Hi Jim, I know this is a day late and a dollar short but I wanted to thank you for creating and contuning to share your videos. For years I toyed aroun on accustic guitar and never got the hang of it. I feel I am learning the banjo a good pace for me and truly enjoying it! God bless!
Never too late! Thanks for letting me teach you! ☺️
This series of videos is what convinced me to finally get around to buying a banjo. A few weeks in and it feels like a difficult, but possible task. Thank you for these videos, and thank you for the way you teach. Just wanted you to know these are still helping people.
Thanks for letting me teach you! You've got this!
I have always had a keen interest in listening to bluegrass music, and now I am looking for a banjo, i will be following your videos, thank you.
Keep me posted on your progress!
Thank you for these lessons! I picked up a banjo after moving to the south and you've been a godsend!
Glad I can help 😊
I learned another great lesson from the comments. 39 is not too old to learn to play my 1st instrument. In fact, the older the student, the greater my joy that excuses didn't stop them!
Never too old!
Just wanted to add for brand new banjoists,like me. If it is hard to distinguish finger movements ,or just need to slow things down, you can click on the 'gear icon' in the video window, go to SPEED,and change from NORMAL,to .5 (which is half speed). This has really help me in a few spots. Thank You much Jim,for the great detailed videos,too. For not having ever owned a musical instrument in my life, am fast becoming a bluegrass superstar. At least the dog is listening to all I can dish out. The Mrs, seems impressed too,well at least in my mind she is. ha ha,
...and the cats are pretty fun to watch, too.
Agreed lol
Thanks Jim!! I was hooked from video 1. My 20+ years since I tried and failed to learn from a tab book. Dusted down the banjo and now almost playing cripple creek 👍☺️
Thanks for letting me teach you 😊
Iv been playing banjo for a couple months now. Your the first banjo instructor iv had. I’m on lesson 4, I turn you on slow motion you sound alittle druck. Lol. But it’s helped me out so much. Thank you very much.
For even more laughs turn on the closed captions. 😂
hey jim, i finally picked up my dad's banjo after many years of trying to get it out of the way; i found your videos and i am absolutely loving iit. You are an amazing teacher JIm. thanks so much
Thanks for letting me teach you 😊
Thank you very much for making these videos for us Banjo beginners. I went out and brought myself a second hand banjo it needed new string so I watched your video to learn how to put new strings on. My next step is to watch the rest of your videos to learn how to play my 🪕 banjo. I have found your videos to be the best and easiest to learn from. I am in Australia. Have a blessed day 🙏 thank you so much for your videos muchly appreciated.
Glad to help!
Got the hang of this bit now, Jim - really didn't think I would but it's there. My son asked me if I had learnt anything else - I think I'm doing as you suggested - driving the family crazy lol :) first time in my life I feel like I'm 'playing music' - it's only taken me 52 years haha
Keep going! You’ve got this.
I just happened to stumble across your videos and you inspired me to go out and buy a banjo this past Thursday and here it is Sunday and i can play through cripple creek! Thanks to you, I have fell in love with music again! I played the guitar for a few years back when I was younger but I gave it up unfortunately. Thanks Jim!!
I have good news tempered with bad news, I had taken my guitar to the luthier, and he did an amazing job, it is better than new, I can now hit chords I never could before, and it sounds so amazing, however, it is in the case, as I hammer away on my banjo lessons with Mr. Pankey. I am stuck on lesson 3.5 as I can't go on I'm having too much fun with the low part of cripple creek and a c chord and can't sit still. I'm on it so much I can still hear it hours into the work day. Thanks Jim.
Keep having fun! That makes it so much easier. 😊
First time I got this right from beginning to end, I had a big goofy smile on my face. Thanks a bunch Jim!
Excellent!
It's crazy how quickly I'm learning to play following these. As a lefty on a right handed banjo no less! Great videos
Glad you like them!
Hi Jim im 65and have always wanted to play the banjo now that I’m retired I have bought a nice 5 string banjo and I’m at the end of lesson 4
And can play cripple creek quite well thanks to you the way you teach is perfect for me my aim is to eventually be able to play duelling banjo s
And I’m sure there are thousands of people who would like to do the same so would you please please please give some consideration about making a series of videos step by step for people like me looking forward to your reply thank you for all your help Paul in the uk
Jim, the way you put these together step by step, and reminding us to master each little part before moving on, is fantastic. Video 4 was amazing to be able to put together all of the parts I have been working on for weeks to master, into a real multi part song.
Its helpful when you play it though slow and fast to show what it will eventually sound like. And when you sing along, its really helpful for us remember the melody. These have been so great for me. Thank you SO much. I am hooked. Thanks for your generosity.
Jim, just a quick message to say thank you for these lessons. After playing acoustic guitar most of my life, I was given a banjo that used to belong to my Aunt after she passed away recently. So, I'm trying to learn how to play in her honor. I just completed lesson 4. I find you very easy to follow, and I'm doing pretty well so far. I look forward to more instruction from you on lesson 5 and beyond. Thank you once again. Take care!