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Earl Scruggs and the 5-String Banjo
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SKU: HL.695765
Revised and Enhanced Edition. Hal Leonard Banjo. Instructional, Method and Bluegrass. Instructional book (softcover) and accompaniment audio. With introductory text. 200 pages. Hal Leonard #695765. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.695765).ISBN 9780634060427. UPC: 073999957655. 9x12 inches.
The best-selling banjo method in the world! Earl Scruggs's legendary method has helped thousands of banjo players get their start. The Revised and Enhanced Edition features more songs, updated lessons, and many other improvements. It includes everything you need to know to start playing banjo, including: a history of the 5-string banjo, getting acquainted with the banjo, Scruggs tuners, how to read music, chords, how to read tablature, right-hand rolls and left-hand techniques, banjo tunings, exercises in picking, over 40 songs, how to build a banjo, autobiographical notes, and much more! The book/CD version includes a CD with Earl Scruggs playing and explaining over 60 examples.
- American Made-World Played
- Ballad Of Jed Clampett
- Bleeker Street Rag
- Blue Ridge Cabin Home
- Broad River
- Careless Love
- Carolina Boogie
- Carolina Traveler
- Cripple Creek
- Cumberland Gap
- Dear Old Dixie
- Earl's Breakdown
- Flint Hill Special
- Foggy Mountain Breakdown
- Foggy Mountain Chimes
- Good Times Are Past And Gone
- Ground Hog
- Ground Speed
- HOme Sweet Home
- Hot Corn, Cold Corn
- Instrumental In D Minor
- John Henry
- Little Darling Pal Of Mine
- Lonesome Road Blues
- Loraderojost 111 Breakdown
- My Cabin In Caroline
- Nashville Blues
- Old Folks
- Pedal To The Medal
- Pick Along
- Pretty Polly
- Randy Lynn Rag
- Reuben
- Roller Coaster
- Sally Ann
- Sally Goodwin
- Shuckin' The Corn
- Silver Eagle
- Station Break
- String Bender
- Train Number Forty-Five
- When I Left East Virginia
- Yonder Stands Little Maggie
- You Bake Right With Martha White
- Your Love Is Like A Flower
Ratings + Reviews
Based on 4 Reviews
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Anonymous
December 17, 2025
Invaluable for Understanding Bluegrass Accompaniment
While my primary focus is vocal accompaniment, this Earl Scruggs banjo method offers invaluable insight into bluegrass instrumentation. It clearly demonstrates how the 5-string banjo creates its unique textural support, emphasizing rhythmic rolls that complement a vocalist beautifully without doubling the melody. This detailed method is excellent for understanding the authentic Scruggs style and how it underpins traditional vocal performances.
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Marcus J.
December 16, 2025
Classic Scruggs: A Reliable Resource
For a gigging musician, having this comprehensive Earl Scruggs method is invaluable. It's packed with over 40 essential bluegrass tunes, making it a great reference for learning foundational material. While primarily a method, the detailed tablature and Scruggs' arrangements are standard and reliable for any bluegrass set. A solid book to keep in your library for classic repertoire.
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Anonymous
December 14, 2025
Essential Banjo Pedagogy for Students
This revised Earl Scruggs method is a pedagogical gem for 5-string banjo. The clear layout, comprehensive approach, and inclusion of both standard notation and tablature make it excellent for teaching students rhythm and reading. With over 40 iconic songs and Scruggs' own explanations, it's perfect for building solid foundational technique. Highly recommended for any serious banjo instructor.
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Anonymous
December 14, 2025
Finally Playing Like Earl!
As an adult learner, I've wanted to play like Earl Scruggs for ages! This book is fantastic. It genuinely teaches you 'everything you need to know,' from reading tablature to those iconic right-hand rolls. Practicing the over 40 songs, like 'Foggy Mountain Breakdown,' is so much fun and helps me sound like the records. It's incredibly enjoyable and achievable for a weekend player.
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