I just got a banjo back in December and started working through the video that came included with it, but then found myself in a situation where I wasn't able to practice until now.
I'd like to get some in person feedback so I dont learn bad habits. Unfortunately I've found a lot of websites that don't have accurate search results based on location or one im pretty sure just stole my data. I'm in the norfolk Chesapeake virginia area and so far can't find teachers less than 2 hours from me. If anyone has any recommendations of where to look I'd appreciate it.
I did check out the lessons section here and everyone is too far away from what I saw.
Welcome aboard, David! You're making the right call looking for lessons.
You might already know about it, but if not: the Tidewater Bluegrass Society is in your neck of the woods. Appears they have jams throughout your area. Suggest you reach out to them - if there are any local teachers, they may just know about them. And if you go to a jam and hear someone who impresses you, you might inquire as to whether they'd be willing to help.
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Originally posted by secondfiddleI just got a banjo back in December and started working through the video that came included with it, but then found myself in a situation where I wasn't able to practice until now.
I'd like to get some in person feedback so I dont learn bad habits. Unfortunately I've found a lot of websites that don't have accurate search results based on location or one im pretty sure just stole my data. I'm in the norfolk Chesapeake virginia area and so far can't find teachers less than 2 hours from me. If anyone has any recommendations of where to look I'd appreciate it.
I did check out the lessons section here and everyone is too far away from what I saw.
Online lessons are not a full substitute for in-person lessons, but if you can't find someone locally, feel free to send me a message privately.
https://www.iragitlin.com/music-instruction
I live in chesapeake va. In great bridge
I give lessons. Give me a shout
757 650 2768
Edited by - stanleytone on 09/29/2026 06:57:50
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Originally posted by eagleislandWelcome aboard, David! You're making the right call looking for lessons.
You might already know about it, but if not: the Tidewater Bluegrass Society is in your neck of the woods. Appears they have jams throughout your area. Suggest you reach out to them - if there are any local teachers, they may just know about them. And if you go to a jam and hear someone who impresses you, you might inquire as to whether they'd be willing to help.
Oh I completely forgot about them! I found them when I was looking for jams because I play fiddle. Then I got put on night shifts so i never got to participate 
Thanks for reminding me about them!
Edited by - secondfiddle on 09/29/2026 07:59:31
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