Question 1

What is the Fretted Instruments School?

Accepted Answer

Fretted Instruments School, established by Jack R. Baker, offers in-depth in-person and online guitar and banjo lessons. With a rich history dating back to 1970, the school provides expert instruction in Bluegrass Banjo, Clawhammer Banjo, and Acoustic Folk Guitar in NYC and beyond.

Question 2

What is your teaching experience?

Accepted Answer

With a career spanning over five decades, I've been teaching in NYC and online, contributing to the folk and banjo communities through articles, banjo tabs, and music tracks. I hold a BA and MA in Music Composition and am a seasoned Music Theory instructor at NYU.

Question 3

What styles do you specialize in?

Accepted Answer

I specialize in Fingerstyle Folk and Blues Guitar, Bluegrass Banjo, and Clawhammer Banjo. My lessons draw from a wide range of acoustic folk music styles.

Question 4

What makes your lessons unique?

Accepted Answer

Each lesson is a blend of tradition and personalization, drawing from my extensive history in folk music and tailored to fit each student's individual needs and interests, whether they're attending in-person in NYC or online.

Question 5

How has the Fretted Instruments School evolved?

Accepted Answer

The school has transitioned from a vibrant part of the Greenwich Village music scene to a focused educational institution, now embracing a wide array of guitar and banjo music and offering both in-person and online lessons to accommodate more students.

Question 6

How can I sign up for guitar and banjo lessons?

Accepted Answer

Visit the Contact Page(https://www.frettedinstrumentsnyc.com/contact) on my website for information on signing up for in-person or online lessons.

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FRETTED INSTRUMENTS SCHOOL- School of Fingerpicking Folk Guitar and Banjo, NYC

Guitar and Banjo Lessons Frequently Asked Questions

Book a Guitar or Banjo Lesson with Jack R. Baker today.

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Guitar and Banjo Lessons Frequently Asked Questions

Book a Guitar or Banjo Lesson with Jack R. Baker today.

💪 Also giving online lessons for at-home learning! Book a Lesson Now