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How To Start Improvising (Brainjo Bite)

Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Brainjo Bite: How To Start Improvising

Have you ever wondered what it'd be like to sit down with a group of musicians, start jamming on a new tune, and then whip out a solo on the banjo that you've conjured out of thin air?

In other words, have you ever wondered what it'd be like to improvise?

In this first in what will be a multi-part series of Brainjo Bites on improvisation, we'll start by addressing some common myths and misconceptions about improvisation.

And then you'll learn 5 ways you can start learning how to do it today, even if you're a total beginner who's never tried it before (and I strongly recommend you do!).

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Dr. Josh Turknett is the creator of the Brainjo Method, the first system for learning  banjo that incorporates the science of learning and neuroplasticity and specifically targets the adult learner.

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Lover of all things banjo. One half of the Georgia Jays (thegeorgiajays.com). Founder of Brainjo, the first music instruction method targeted at the adult learner and based on the science of learning and neuroplasticity (more at aboutbrainjo.com).

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