Bluegrass Jam Class for KIDS!

Ages 10-17 • All Bluegrass Instruments and Skill Levels

Taught by Craig Korth using the Wernick Method*


Wednesdays, Oct. 3-Dec. 5 (ex. 10/31, 11/7)
3:30-5pm • Nelson, BC  (Private residence)
8 sessions •  Tuition $190
Family concert on Saturday, Dec. 8!
Craig Korth is a Juno Award-winning banjo player, skilled on guitar and mandolin. He has recorded and toured with bluegrass bands Jerusalem Ridge and Widowmaker, and is the new Artistic Director of the respected NimbleFingers two-week bluegrass camp in Sorrento, BC. His daughters Ella (12) and Amy (10) will be part of the class.
Email Craig   •   Visit Craig's website   •   Watch Craig play

Craig's students say:

"Way more than I had hoped for!"

"The student reviews are in, and you were a highlight!"

"Helped me break down the barriers."

"Simple and clear explanations set me on the right track from the get-go!"


Sign up now and we'll send a full information packet preparing you for the class and the world of jamming!
50 deposit holds your spot! (140 balance due at first class)

Choose amount
Main instrument

Once we receive your payment, we'll contact you via email for registration info.
Prefer to pay with check or money order? Email rick@drbanjo.com for details.
50% of payment refunded if you cancel more than one month in advance.


  • All bluegrass instruments welcome
  • No jamming experience necessary
  • You will be jamming the first class!
  • Friendly, encouraging, knowledgeable teaching.
  • Mistakes allowed!
  • Singing not required, but encouraged and taught.
  • Easy 2- and 3-chord songs, slow speeds.
  • Soloing not required! "Faking" solos taught.

Do you qualify? It's easier than you may think!
If you play guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle, bass, or dobro... you can be part of a bluegrass jam.

Only requirements:

  • You must be able to tune your instrument (electronic tuning devices welcome) and
  • change smoothly between G, C, D, and A. (Fiddles and basses need to know which notes work with which chords)

For more info or to send payment in the mail,
email rick@drbanjo.com

Join Our List - Get Free Stuff!
Email:



*
Wernick Method Classes teach real bluegrass jamming!
  • Hands-on learning in large and small groups
  • Learn many bluegrass standards
  • Gentle tempos!
  • Full ground rules and etiquette of typical jams
  • How to lead songs and how to follow new songs
  • How to find melodies, fake solos, sing harmony
  • Ear skills taught and emphasized, as in real bluegrass
  • Reading skills not needed/relevant
  • Group and individualized instruction on backup skills
  • Understanding, low-pressure, time-tested teaching

Pete Wernick ("Dr. Banjo", originator of Banjo Camps and Bluegrass Jam Camps) has created a method based on his years of experience teaching jamming.

Wernick Method teachers are certified by Pete based on knowledge of bluegrass, teaching ability, and proper use of the Wernick Method.

Practice jamming at home!

17 songs, just 4 chords and SLOW tempos. This DVD will help you prepare for your first jam class.
MORE INFO/BUY