Beginning Clawhammer Banjo - Intergenerational
Adult / Lifelong Learning -
Adult Winter/Spring 2026
Join Julie Jao for a lot of rhythm, a little melody, a strike, a strum and a pluck! Beginning Clawhammer Banjo. Mommas and Poppas, Grandpas and grandmas, and musically inclined young'uns 14 and up are welcome to come learn the hottest banjo style! Clawhammer Banjo is fun and very accessible. Julie will teach you tunes, listening skills, jam etiquette, and some basic music theory. Build camaraderie among students and a love of playing n this fun and active class. Please bring a banjo (preferably open-back), a tuner and capo. Students can also bring a recording device or use their phone to record the lesson. Designed for students with little or no experience playing Banjo.You'll be playing songs around the campfire or in your living room for your family in no time.
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Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info.
Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org)
Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date.
Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.
Email: communityed@edinaschools.org
Phone: (952) 848-3952
Julie A Jao O'Baoighill
Julie Jao has been playing clawhammer banjo for more than 20 years.
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