Detail 01
Includes a CD
Audio examples let you hear how a passage should sound and play along at the intended tempo.
Product detailSKU #1322862755857
Hal LeonardPlay Banjo Today! Beginner's Pack - Includes Book/CD/DVD
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Beginner banjo method with book, CD, and DVD. For someone starting from zero who wants to learn at home without a teacher.
Strong match
Who this is for
- A first-time banjo player teaching themselves at home
- Someone who learns better watching a demonstration than reading notation
- Filling gaps between lessons with structured practice material
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players past the beginner stage who need advanced technique
- Anyone without a CD or DVD player to use those discs
- People wanting a specific style deep-dive rather than a general start
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Includes a DVD
Video shows hand position and picking motion — the parts of banjo technique that print can't convey clearly.
Detail 03
Beginner's pack
Starts from holding the instrument and basic technique, so no prior banjo or reading experience is assumed.
Detail 04
Book format
You can leave it open on a stand while playing, which physical books do better than a phone or tablet.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No banjo included — you need your own instrument to use this
- 02Discs require a CD and DVD player or a computer drive
- 03Check that your banjo is in tune before starting; lessons assume standard tuning
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need to read music to use this?
It's a beginner's pack that starts from the basics, so no prior reading experience is assumed. Banjo instruction typically leans on tablature rather than standard notation.
02Does this come with a banjo?
No. This is instructional material only — book, CD, and DVD. You supply the instrument.
03Will this work for a 4-string banjo?
Beginner banjo methods are generally written for the 5-string, which is the standard for most banjo playing. Check the instrument you have before buying.
04What if I don't have a DVD player?
Many computers still have optical drives, and external USB drives are inexpensive. Without one, you'd only be using the book and lose the video demonstrations.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Includes Book/CD/DVD
