November 10th - 11th, 2023
Kingsport, Tennessee
Times & Registration:
- Friday, November 10th and Saturday, November 11th.
- Doors open at 8:00 am each day for registration.
- Pre-Registration: Checks or credit cards as accepted by Square. Zelle. Phoning in the number is fine.
- Same-day door Registration: Cash, checks or Zelle.
Refunds:
- Before September 1: Full refund minus any applicable credit card charges/fees.
- September 2 to October 1: 50% refund minus any applicable credit card charges/fees.
- October 2 to November 1: 25% refund minus any applicable credit card charges/fees.
- No refunds after November 1.
- Note: You will avoid the cost of paying additional fees if monies are refunded by Pre-paying by Zelle or check.
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Scholarships:
- A limited number of partial tuition-only scholarships will be available. Scholarships are meant for those who would like to learn banjo but who do not have the financial means to afford tuition. If you are interested in applying for a scholarship, send us an email/ letter explaining your interest in our clinic, why you would like to learn banjo and why you are applying for aid.
Class information:
- A limited number of banjos may be available for rent during the clinic. If available, a full deposit would be required. If interested, see details on the registration page:Banjo Rental Rates
- Classes are offered in Scruggs and in Old Time/ Clawhammer banjo. Some intermediate and advanced instruction may include Melodic and Single String styles.
- Instructional sessions range from one hour to an hour and fifteen minutes.
Class schedule
- You will need a 5-string banjo, picks, capo, a wire music stand, an electronic tuner, a recording device and writing material.
- You are free to record and/ or video your clinic classes.
- During lunch and after 4pm each day, private lessons will be available with the instructor of your choice. It is up to the student to connect beforehand or at the clinic with the instructor. Contact me if interested.
- Banjo setup may be offered both days so stay tuned. If so, setup fees would include all labor. Other components such as strings and bridges would be available at market rate. To ensure time for your setup, schedule beforehand with us...
(If you think you need a new head, please install one before submitting your banjo. It can be adjusted during setup. To facilitate setups, please install new strings on your banjo beforehand.)
- Note: Pre-payment would be required to schedule banjo setup.
Class schedule
(If you think you need a new head, please install one before submitting your banjo. It can be adjusted during setup. To facilitate setups, please install new strings on your banjo beforehand.)
Levels of instruction:
- Beginner: New to the banjo or have limited experience. May know some rolls and chords. Maybe a few songs.
- Intermediate: Possibly in a band, can jam, understands the basics. Knows a number of banjo instrumentals. Seeks more consistent sound and timing. May have trouble finding the melody.
- Advanced: Serious players. Can play up to speed without sacrificing technique, tone, or clarity. Ready for new ideas and an individual style. Seeking a professional sound.
Our instructors
Our instructors
The Appalachian Banjo Clinic is hosted by Village Productions,
a 501(c) 3 Non-Profit dedicated to Music Education.
(All Donations are Tax Deductible.)
