Jim Pankey

Hi, I’m Jim Pankey. I’ve been teaching banjo on YouTube for more than a decade (almost two), and thousands of players around the world have learned to pick right here.

These lessons aren’t fancy. No studio lights, no expensive mics, no cool camera lenses — just me, a banjo, and a simple way of showing you how to play. Think of it like sitting down with an old friend who knows a few tunes and is happy to share.

On this channel you’ll find beginner banjo tutorials, bluegrass banjo lessons, clawhammer banjo (frailing), Scruggs style, old-time banjo, 5-string banjo songs, rolls, licks, and tips. Whether you’re brand new or looking to polish your backup, you’ll find step-by-step lessons to get you playing.

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