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When I first decided to teach bluegrass banjo on my website, my biggest decision was in choosing what techniques to use at each level. After some experimentation I decided that many songs
could be played by using a combination of three simple techniques -- the pinch, double thumbing, and the mixed roll -- and all songs labeled Level 1 will use only these three techniques.
This method will allow me to add additional “Level 1” songs in the future using only these simple techniques, and it will allow beginners to become familiar with the songs as well as a
fair amount of 3-finger picking. If the techniques are too simple, just skip Level 1 and go to Level 2 or 3 instead. On the other hand, if you’re struggling with more advanced techniques
you can learn a wider variety of Level 1 songs (as more are added) without the pressure of having to learn more difficult material.
Choose one of the following options to learn more about each technique:
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