by Mike Parsons (Author)

Bluegrass with Friends Banjo Book ONE includes in-depth instruction for rhythm and melody to 12 songs that you can enjoy playing on your own, with friends, or even at a bluegrass jam. You'll learn how to read tablature, how to play backup when another group member plays melody or sings and, of course, how to nail some great-sounding leads! Bluegrass with Friends series provides detailed instruction for a set of matching songs to be played together on guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle and bass. Learn to play songs right away by yourself, or team up with friends or family to learn and play together.Songs include: Angeline the Baker, Down in the Willow Garden, Hand Me Down My Walking Cane, John Henry, Late Last Night, Little Birdie, Little Maggie, Long Journey Home, Nobody's Business, Mama Don't Allow, Shady Grove and Will the Circle Be Unbroken.

Author Biography

Mike Parsons first picked up the fiddle as a child growing up in Idaho and has spent his adult life in Montana playing fiddle, mandolin, guitar, banjo, bass, dobro and steel guitar professionally. As a music educator for more than 40 years, Mike is known for his kindness and unwavering passion for sharing his knowledge with learners of all ages. He brings his enthusiasm for bluegrass music to this uniquely designed curriculum for players who want to enjoy bluegrass on their own or as a group.