Practice the "Wrong" Thing
Look at your banjo playing in the mirror.
Do you need more songs? Licks? Speed?
After performing and teaching for years, I've found that many of the problems players want to solve actually come down to one thing:
Timing.
Sometimes it feels 'wrong' to practice the right things.
I'll tell you straight up - it's always right to practice timing.
This lesson gives you multiple tempos to play along with of the famous Foggy Mountain Breakdown Roll so you can feel the music.
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What You'll Learn
In this lesson, you'll learn a different approach—one that helps you build better timing through a simple, focused exercise.
Tablature included (but learning by ear encouraged!)
A simple exercise so you can focus on your timing rather than playing the right notes
Multiple tempos to build your technique from slow to fast
Play along with a professional and you'll hear when you're off time
2 hi-def videos: Exercise video for learning by ear and practice videos
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See how Banjo Licks members are building better timing, learning tunes faster, and enjoying practice more.
As a novice to music I have loved Banjo Licks. The content is so cleverly arranged to suit those just learning whilst also catering for more advanced players.
Tim H.
A big thanks to Bennett for creating an educational website that is different from the rest. Instead of learning tunes one tab at a time, I love the idea of really understanding the tunes and how to create my own breaks using this great resource.
Ted B.
Now I can't put my banjo down to stop practicing anymore because practicing now has great sense, structure and progress. It's helped me a lot in getting a deeper understanding of what the pro bluegrass banjo players are really playing in detail.
Matthias B.
Meet Bennett Sullivan:
Pro Picker & Educator
Hi, I'm Bennett,
I'm a banjo player, teacher, and session musician based in North Carolina. I've shared the stage with artists like Steve Martin, Billy Strings, and Del McCoury, and my playing has been featured in Poker Face, The Greatest Showman, and Bright Star on Broadway.
Through YouTube & Banjo Licks, I've helped more than 11,000 students improve their playing by developing stronger timing, better listening skills, and the confidence to create music by ear.
I'm glad you're here, and I hope these lessons help you enjoy the banjo even more.
How do I access the lesson?
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What do I need to have or know already?
This lesson is best suited for beginner to intermediate banjo players who are comfortable reading tab and can play a few basic rolls.
You don't need to know Foggy Mountain Breakdown already—this lesson contains an exercise lesson for you to learn the phrase and then you'll practice along with me.
Is this suitable for beginners?
Yes. If you're comfortable with basic rolls and reading tab, you should be able to follow along. The lesson breaks everything down step by step.
How long does the lesson take?
The lesson is designed to fit into a short practice session. Most players can work through it in about 10 minutes, then return to it whenever they'd like more practice.
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