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Earl Experience Banjo Camp Day Pass – FRIDAY
2026 Earl Experience Banjo Camp
March 6, 2026 | Shelby, North Carolina
Can’t join us for the full weekend? Experience the heart of the 2026 Earl Experience Banjo Camp with a special Friday Day Pass at the Earl Scruggs Center.
Spend a full day immersed in banjo instruction, bluegrass history, and hands-on learning—right where it all began.
What’s Included with the Friday Day Pass
Plenary Sessions
Kick off the day with engaging presentations exploring the music, history, and legacy of Earl Scruggs:
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A Hard Road to Travel: Tales from the Early Years of the Foggy Mountain Boys
Presented by Penny Parsons -
The Evolution of Earl from Monroe to Flatt & Beyond
Presented by Tony Trischka, Kristin Scott Benson, and Bill Evans (with banjos in hand)
Workshop Sessions — Banjo Instruction
Dive deeper into technique, repertoire, and musical insight through hands-on instruction:
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Transcribing Earl — Bill Evans & John Stamm
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G Major Chord Scale — Kristin Scott Benson
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Earl Jam Nuggets: Licks, Endings, and Concepts from Earl’s Jams with John Hartford — Tony Trischka
Breakout Sessions — Small Group Instruction
Enjoy focused learning opportunities in smaller settings:
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Blues in D — Kristin Scott Benson
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The Banjo Style of J.D. Crowe — Bill Evans
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Getting a Professional Sound — Tony Trischka
Evening Directed Jamming
Keep the music going during guided evening jams from 7:00–9:00 p.m. at the Earl Scruggs Center, led by JamTown Gilbert and Leigh Nelson. Build confidence, collaborate with fellow players, and put new skills into practice in a welcoming environment.
Who Is the Day Pass For?
- Local musicians who can’t commit to the full camp
- Players wanting to experience the Earl Experience for the first time
- Bluegrass fans who want access to Friday’s instruction and programming
- Anyone looking for a full day of inspiration and hands-on learning
Whether you’re an intermediate picker or an advanced player looking for fresh insight, Friday offers an unforgettable opportunity to learn from some of the most respected voices in banjo today.
Event Details
Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
Location: Earl Scruggs Center | Shelby, NC
Day Pass Price: $350.00
Space is limited. Advance registration is required.