Banjo is known for it's signature "twang" sound, most often associated with country or bluegrass music.
Banjos typically have 5 strings, with the 5th string starting higher up on the the neck of the instrument.
The Banjo can be played withfingerpicks (picks that attach to the fingers), or with the fingers.
Since the banjo is a fretted instrument, it's very similar to the guitar. Students with a background in guitar (or any fretted instrument) will be able to pick up banjo very quickly!
Yes, you'll need to have an instrument at home to practice on in between your lessons. If you don't have a banjo yet, we recommend coming in for your first lesson and your teacher will give you advice on where to buy a banjo and what to look for.
WHAT IS A GOOD AGE TO START LEARNING THE BANJO?
Since banjos don't come in student sizes (like guitars and violins), a child will have to have long enough arm to be able to hold the instrument. We typically recommend about 8-10 years old, but it will depend on the child's arm length and hand size.
If our teachers decide your child is too young to start out on the banjo, we may start them on a child size guitar and transition them to banjo as they grow, since guitar and banjo are very similar.
DO YOU TEACH ADULTS?
We work with adult students all the time (even complete beginners!) We believe you're never too old to pick up the banjo!
LESSON OPTIONS
LESSON OPTIONS
30-MINUTE LESSONS
30-minute lessons are our most popular option at NOLA School of Music. They are ideal for beginners and children who don't have enough material (or the attention span) for a longer lesson.
60-MINUTE LESSONS
60-minute weekly lessons are great for adults or intermediate/advanced students. An hour lesson gives your teacher plenty of time to focus on technique, sight-reading, improvisation, and other aspects of music without being rushed.
45-MINUTE LESSONS
For many students, 45-minute weekly lessons are the perfect sweet spot. Since 45-minute lessons are difficult to schedule, they may only be available during early afternoon hours or late evening.
PRICING OPTIONS
PRICING OPTIONS
PRICING OPTIONS
Sign up for weekly lessons (with unlimited makeup lessons) at a discounted rate.
OUR MOST POPULAR OPTION
We've found that students who commit to a weekly time have the most success at learning an instrument.
RESERVED WEEKLY TIME SLOT
You'll have a regular reserved time slot with the same teacher each week.
UNLIMITED MAKEUP LESSONS
Schedule a free makeup (through our easy-to-use online portal) for any lesson cancelled by 7 PM the night before.
VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON
Choose between virtual lessons (over Zoom) or in-person lessons at our Mid-City, New Orleans location.
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Perform solo, with your teacher, or with a full band in our bi-annual student concerts.
NO LONG-TERM CONTRACT
Simply let us know before your first lesson of the month if you would like to discontinue lessons.
FLAT-RATE MONTHLY PRICE
Save an average of 32% compared to our A La Carte lessons!
Please note: different months may contain 3, 4, or 5 lessons depending on our schedule, but all monthly students are guaranteed a minimum of 48 lessons per year.
Book individual lessons with no weekly commitment.
Sign up for weekly lessons (with unlimited makeup lessons) at a discounted rate.
OUR MOST POPULAR OPTION
We've found that students who commit to a weekly time have the most success at learning an instrument.
RESERVED WEEKLY TIME SLOT
You'll have a regular reserved time slot with the same teacher each week.
UNLIMITED MAKEUP LESSONS
Schedule a free makeup (through our easy-to-use online portal) for any lesson cancelled by 7 PM the night before.
VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON
Choose between virtual lessons (over Zoom) or in-person lessons at our Mid-City, New Orleans location.
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Perform solo, with your teacher, or with a full band in our bi-annual student concerts.
NO LONG-TERM CONTRACT
Simply let us know before your first lesson of the month if you would like to discontinue lessons.
FLAT-RATE MONTHLY PRICE
Save an average of 32% compared to our A La Carte lessons!
Please note: different months may contain 3, 4, or 5 lessons depending on our schedule, but all monthly students are guaranteed a minimum of 48 lessons per year.
