From the mountains to the charts, the banjo is back! Thanksto its prevalence in folk and bluegrass music, the banjo helps define the very essence of ?dquo;old-time music.?dquo; At least that was the case until the mid-2010?squo;s when a new generation of pop artists made the old sound new again and scored pop hits with banjo-driven music. Banjo For Dummies helps out those who want to achieve that old-time sound as well as those who want to create the next chart topper. Packed with musical examples, charts, and photos, this step-by-step guide features tips and techniques for playing tunes on the banjo: how to select the right instrument and accessories: how to develop correct hand position and posture; and how to tune, care for, and make simple repairs to the instrument. Inside?ellip; - Getting to know the five-string banjo - Tuning your banjo - Making the left and right hands work together - Exploring historic, traditional, and modern styles - Taking care of a banjo - Going beyond the book with online lessons