What if playing the banjo felt as natural as humming a tune?  In this free webinar, I’ll show you how to play your favorite tunes with the unique clawhammer sound.
You'll discover how to:
- Master the core clawhammer stroke
- Transform simple patterns into toe‑tapping tunes
- Play your favorite tunes from day one, adding flair over time
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"I started at 75 and made my first debut at 77 with two friends opening the Vaxjo Country Roots Festival. You have provided me with the knowledge and self confidence!"
B0 L.
age 77, Sweden
👋🏼 HEY! I'M DR. JOSH TURKNETT
Learning the banjo doesn’t have to feel like a mystery.
In fact, with the right approach, it can feel natural—like the music’s already in you.
I’m Josh, a banjo player and neuroscientist who struggled at first with tabs and technique—until I applied what I knew about how the brain really learns.
Since then, I’ve helped thousands build lasting skill and confidence with a scientific, progress-focused, and super fun approach to music.
In this free session, I’ll show you how!
👋🏼 HEY! I'M DR. JOSH TURKNETT
As a neuroscientist and musician, I've learned the key to banjo mastery isn't grinding through complex tabs—it's about breaking the journey down into fun, achievable steps that your brain naturally loves. Let me show you how!
Is clawhammer just not clicking? Let's change that.
There’s nothing quite like the hypnotic duality of the clawhammer sound—both rhythmic and melodic. It’s easy to picture yourself spending a lazy afternoon strumming, or maybe even jamming with friends…
But if you’ve attempted to learn before, maybe you found the transitions tricky, or couldn’t get your hand shape just right.
Or maybe you don’t have any musical experience and simply don’t know how to approach your dream… regardless of what roadblocks you've faced, I can help!
In my webinar, you’re going to get the 3 key secrets that will guide your practice sessions with bite-sized steps that have a huge payoff. Want to learn more? Let’s get started!
Build fingerstyle skills with a clear, proven roadmap
These core principles will set you up for steady progress and satisfying music-making from your very first practice session:
Master the mighty thumb
Build a strong foundation by mastering each stroke component individually—the hammer strike, strum, thumb pluck, and thumb rest—before putting it all together.
Don't memorize tabs
Lead sheets give the basic blueprint for songs’ chords and melody. Use this to practice each part in chunks, progressing only when you can correctly hear the notes.
Scale your syncopation
Experiment with skip strokes and give your playing a whole new sound with the Goldilocks Principle—so you’re always challenged but never overwhelmed. I’ll show you how!
Break through your banjo struggles with a structured path
Here are the tenents that will put you on the fast track to success and fun  from your first practice session:
Prioritize the rhythm
Build a strong foundation by mastering each stroke component individually—the hammer strike, strum, thumb pluck, and thumb rest—before putting it all together.
Don't memorize tabs
Lead sheets give the basic blueprint for songs’ chords and melody. Use this to practice each part in chunks, progressing only when you can correctly hear the notes.
Scale your syncopation
Experiment with skip strokes and give your playing a whole new sound with the Goldilocks Principle—so you’re always challenged but never overwhelmed. I’ll show you how!
Build fingerstyle skills with a proven roadmap
These core principles will set you up for steady progress and satisfying music-making from your very first practice session:
Master the mighty thumb
Your thumb drives both melody and fifth-string drone in fingerstyle. Learn the right pick fit, clean note production, and build the simple foundation that sets up every technique to come.
Layer chords and embellishments
Learn the three chords that unlock thousands of songs and add simple embellishments and picking patterns to get the classic rolling banjo sound.
Train your ear from day one
Follow a proven sequence to learn how to pick out melodies and chord changes by ear —so you can break free from tab and make playing feel as natural as talking, just like the pros.
One path to three picking styles
2-finger thumb lead and old-time 3-finger style are ideal for solo playing and playing and singing. They’re also perfect stepping stones for 3-finger Scruggs style, which means you get all the classic fingerstyles with one learning path!
The 3 secrets you need to master the basics and make music your own!
Here are the tenets that will put you on the fast track to success and fun from your first practice session:
Prioritize the rhythm
Build a strong foundation by mastering each stroke component individually—the hammer strike, strum, thumb pluck, and thumb rest—before putting it all together.
Don't memorize tabs
Lead sheets give the basic blueprint for songs’ chords and melody. Use this to practice each part in chunks, progressing only when you can correctly hear the notes.
Scale your syncopation
Experiment with skip strokes and give your playing a whole new sound with the Goldilocks Principle—so you’re always challenged but never overwhelmed. I’ll show you how!
Join thousands of fast-progressing banjo players today
Register for this free webinar NOW to get 3 proven clawhammer tips for success
FAQ
DO I NEED A BANJO TO ATTEND THIS WEBINAR?
Nope! Just bring your curiosity. You’ll learn valuable insights about how to build real musical fluency—even if you don’t have a banjo in your hands yet.
IS THIS WEBINAR ACTUALLY FREE?
Yes, it’s 100% free—no credit card required. This is a real training packed with helpful banjo strategies you can start thinking about and applying right away.
I’M A TOTAL BEGINNER. WILL I BE ABLE TO KEEP UP?
Absolutely. This is designed specifically for adult beginners—especially those who may have felt overwhelmed or discouraged in the past.
WHAT IF I’VE ALREADY PLAYED BANJO BEFORE? WILL THIS STILL HELP ME?
Yes—if you’ve tried playing from tabs or followed other methods but still feel stuck, this webinar will help you finally get clear structure, make real progress, and feel more confident playing music—not just notes.
WILL I REALLY LEARN SOMETHING IN JUST ONE WEBINAR?
You will! You’ll walk away with 3 powerful clawhammer banjo strategies that can totally shift how you learn and play—even from just one session.
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