The Goal
To be able to play music with others. Beyond that, your goals are up to you — the world of music awaits.
Materials Needed
- Your banjo
- Optional: Stand-alone tuner or a tuner app on your phone
Not necessary for your first lesson, but get these as soon as you can:
- Capo
- 5th String Capo — railroad spikes (ask Chris about this) or a DIY option
- Picks — 1 plastic thumb pick and 2 metal finger picks
- A strap — anything you find will work
Local tip: For anyone local to Denver, a good place to buy any or all of this stuff is the Denver Folklore Center. Chris has been sending students there for years, and they are always super helpful.
Expectations
Lessons are more rewarding and fun if you see yourself making progress. This will happen only if you make space in your life and your schedule for this new pursuit. Chris is in this to dive head-first into this new pursuit with you, so if you don't think you'll be able to regularly make the time to practice, another teacher might be a better fit.
Scheduling via Lessonface
All scheduling and billing will be handled through Lessonface. It's simple and hassle-free to set up your lessons this way. If you plan to have a regular lesson time, Chris encourages you to use the "subscription" option when signing up for lessons.
Note: It's always a good idea to check your Lessonface schedule before your lesson in the rare instance you weren't notified about a schedule change.
Cancellation Policy
Any cancellations within 24 hours will be charged as a full lesson. Prior notice allows Chris time to find another student to fill your lesson slot for the week. The more notice, the better.
"Thank you for including me in your musical pursuits. I'm looking forward to seeing what you can accomplish."
— Chris Roszell