Banjo Licks

Bluegrass banjo’s #1 community for licks, songs, and backup. Start your trial today for instant access to over 350 lessons (for beginners, too!).

Try 3 Free Licks!

Need some new backup swagger for 3/4? Or maybe just a lil’ spice for Blue Ridge Cabin Home?
OR maybe you need something fresh and shreddy 🤘to bust out at your next jam?

We’ve got the perfect licks for you! Just check out these three, no credit card required. 👇

Meet Bennett Sullivan, Founder of Banjo Licks

Bennett Sullivan is a highly sought-after banjo player and session musician. He’s performed alongside legends like Steve Martin, Martin Short, Billy Strings, Del McCoury, Sam Bush, Bela Fleck, Tony Trischka, Ben Sollee, Woody Platt, Shannon Whitworth, Weird Al Yankovic, Elle King, Balsam Range, Darren Nicholson, The Falco Brothers, John Sebastian, Maria Muldaur, Geoff Muldaur, Jim Kweskin, and many more.

Bennett’s banjo playing can be heard on the hit series Poker Face, as well as in The Greatest Showman and Bright Star on Broadway. His diverse experience in both the studio and on stage gives him a unique perspective that enriches his teaching.

With over 11,000 students on his YouTube channel and hundreds more through online lessons and workshops, Bennett has a proven track record of helping banjo players of all levels progress and find their own musical voice.

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See Why 200+ Students Worldwide Love Banjo Licks

Real stories from real members—find out how Banjo Licks helped them level up their playing, build confidence, and have more fun with their music!

Bluegrass to the MAX

Learn bluegrass vocabulary the way the pros played it.

From 1st gen legends like Earl Scruggs & Don Reno to present day legends like Scott Vestal and Tony Trischka, you’ll be sounding like a legit bluegrass picker in no time!

Check out this bangin' lick by the OG himself, Mr. Earl Scruggs 👉

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Context is key 🔑

It’s not just about sweet lick goodness but also about where you use it.

Every lick is played in the context of multiple tunes so you can see and hear where to play it. Tab, backing tracks and audio are included with every lesson.

Here's what's included in your Banjo Licks Membership:

Pro-Level Instruction

Learn from Bennett Sullivan, a seasoned pro who's shared the stage with icons like Steve Martin, Del McCoury, Billy Strings, and more. You’ll get insider tips and techniques straight from a master of bluegrass banjo.

300+ High Quality Lessons

With your Banjo Licks membership, you'll unlock over 300 lessons covering everything from licks to full songs, plus our exclusive 'Song Experiences' method—designed to accelerate your learning and keep you motivated.

Monthly Lesson 'Drop'

Every month, you'll receive a fresh batch of 12-14 lessons focused on melody, backup, and licks—delivered in our signature 'Song Experiences' format for a more immersive, hands-on learning journey.

Variety of Songs & Styles

Explore the versatility of each banjo lick as we show you how to apply it across different songs and styles. You’ll get song suggestions and real-life examples, making each lick much more practical and fun to play.

Tab with Every Lick

No more guessing! Every lick comes with a detailed tab, helping you nail each note and learn with confidence, even through the trickiest parts.

Multiple Tempos

Get the perfect tempo for every step of your practice: each lick is played at fast, slow, and super-slow speeds, and our video player lets you adjust the speed to suit your learning pace.

Downloadable Backing Tracks

Practice with pro-level guitar backing tracks in high definition to tighten up your timing and make every practice session more effective.

Bonus Instruction

Go beyond the basics with helpful bonus PDFs like 'Why Learn Licks' and 'How to Use Tabs Effectively.' These extra resources give you a deeper understanding of your instrument and the learning process.

Exclusive Savings on Accessories

As a Banjo Licks member, you’ll get exclusive 15% discounts on banjo accessories like strings, capos, straps, and picks from our trusted partner, the Banjo Studio.

Beginners, we got you.

With our 20 part beginner series, we’ll get you started from the very basics. Did we mention it’s free? Click here to get instant access 👇

Get FREE Access to all 20 lessons

Here’s what our members are saying about their experience with Banjo Licks:

Banjo Licks has to be one of the most intuitive and perfect ways to improve and sharpen up banjo playing skills.

Dennis W.

BL is awesome! I like learning licks in the context of a tune. That helps me internalize the lick more as a piece of vocabulary that I can use when I'm at the local jam. It's a kick-butt idea and website!

Mike F.

The real deal maker is the simplicity of the site. NO circuitous hunting around!!! Great Stuff.

Bill K.

Really enjoying Banjo Licks and I look forward to each day’s new lick! Keep up the good work.

Fred C.

Every day I look forward to what you come up with :-).

Zbynek R.

The content is so clean and focused on learning by ear/watching as opposed to only relying on tab.

Scott S.

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Monthly Subscription

Access to the complete lick catalog and monthly lesson drops. Each lick features TAB, multiple song variations, & backing tracks.

All for less than $4 a week!

$16 billed monthly after 7-day free trial.

$16/month

Annual Subscription

Save $48 with a yearly subscription.

All for less than $3 a week!

$144.00 billed annually after 7-day free trial.

$12/MONTH

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Banjo Licks?

Banjo Licks is an online lessons platform designed to educate and inspire bluegrass banjo players to learn songs and licks by ear.

Is Banjo Licks for beginners?

Yes! There are many beginner licks available in the library and with the Song Experiences you can learn popular bluegrass jam tunes from the basic melody up to advanced licks. Don't miss out on our free 20-part beginner series!

Are there any licks for advanced players?

Absolutely. You can sort the licks by difficulty and there are many licks that will challenge even the most advanced student.

Do you store my credit card information?

No, we do not store your credit card information. Payments are handled by Stripe, one of the leading payment processors. Companies like Amazon, Google, and Zoom use Stripe.

Can I use my mobile phone?

Yes, simply navigate to banjolicks.com on your mobile device's browser and log into the platform there. With a strong internet connection, you will have complete access to the lessons.

Can I cancel any time?

Yes, just go to your dashboard by clicking the button in the top right corner with your initials or photo. Or, you can email support@banjolicks.com and we will help you out.

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