FREE Banjo Jam Track Pack
Download 18 Professional Backing Tracks at No Cost
What's Included
The ArtistWorks Banjo Jam Track Pack is your ultimate practice companion, featuring professional-quality backing tracks created by three of our world-class instructors—Alison Brown, Noam Pikelny, & Allison de Groot. Perfect for developing your picking and improvisation skills in both bluegrass and clawhammer styles.
18 Premium Backing Tracks
Professionally recorded tracks perfect for both clawhammer and bluegrass/three-finger styles
10 Classic Bluegrass Tunes
Staples of the bluegrass and clawhammer repertoires curated by Alison Brown, Allison de Groot, & Noam Pikelny
Technical Specifications
Professional audio quality (24-bit, 48kHz), perfect for practice or recording your own solos over top.
Accompanying Materials
Key information and tempo markings for each track
The Masters Behind the Music
Allison de Groot
Clawhammer banjo virtuoso
Allison de Groot is a renowned clawhammer banjo player known for her innovative and precise playing, collaborations with Tatiana Hargreaves and Molsky’s Mountain Drifters, and her dedication to preserving and evolving traditional old-time music.
"Clawhammer banjo is so rhythmically exciting and mysterious. It’s what drives the band."
Key Techniques:
- Fundamental Rhythmic Clawhammer Patterns
- Triad Inversions
- Improvisation & Musicality
Alison Brown
Grammy-winning banjo innovator
Alison Brown is a Grammy-winning banjo virtuoso known for blending bluegrass, jazz, and folk influences, co-founding Compass Records, performing with artists like Alison Krauss, and pushing the boundaries of the banjo as a lead instrument in contemporary music.
“The banjo is a complex instrument, with melodic ideas normally surrounded by rapid-fire arpeggiated chords, but when you play a familiar tune it allows the audience to hear the voice of the instrument.”
Key Techniques:
- Three-Finger/Scruggs Style
- Melodic & Single-String Techniques
- Music Theory & Improvisation
Noam Pikelny
Punch Brothers founding member, Grammy-winner, and banjo virtuoso
Noam Pikelny is a Grammy-winning banjoist known for his groundbreaking work with Punch Brothers, his innovative melodic and single-string techniques, and his influence in pushing the boundaries of progressive and contemporary bluegrass music.
“As a banjo player, I feel like what I’ve become and how I approach the instrument is informed a whole lot by explorations that have occurred with Punch Brothers.”
Key Techniques:
- Melodic Style Playing
- Single-String Technique
- Closed Hand Positions
Why Practice With Our Jam Tracks
Practice with Purpose
These tracks are designed to help you develop specific improvisation skills across both traditional bluegrass and clawhammer styles. Each track focuses on different aspects of banjo playing.
Versatility
Learn to play both traditional bluegrass and clawhammer styles and get familiar with popular tunes from the bluegrass and old-time repertoire
Real-World Experience
Simulate playing with professional accompanists in a pressure-free environment. Develop the skills and confidence to jam with other musicians.
Skill Building
Develop essential skills like timing, phrasing, and dynamic control that will elevate your playing regardless of the style you prefer.
Creative Expression
These tracks provide the perfect canvas for developing your own musical voice and experimenting with different ideas and approaches.
Jam Track Pack Breakdown
| Allison de Groot (6 Tracks) |
Alison Brown (6 Tracks) |
Noam Pikelny (6 Tracks) |
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Features FREE tracks recorded by fiddler Sami Braman:
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Features FREE tracks recorded by guitarist Chris Eldridge:
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What Our Students Are Saying
Want to take your playing further?
These tracks are all used in complete video lessons teaching three-finger Scruggs, melodic, single-string, clawhammer, and improvisation methods. Explore our comprehensive online banjo courses from each instructor to dive deeper into these styles and techniques.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! You get all these tracks for free, simply click the link in the email to download the files.
These jam tracks are designed for all players, from beginners to advanced. The multiple speeds grow with you as you gain more technique and confidence in your playing.
Absolutely! The tracks crafted by Allison de Groot are designed specifically for clawhammer banjoists, while the tracks from Noam Pikelny and Alison Brown were curated with three-finger, melodic, and single-string bluegrass styles in mind.
We recommend incorporating these tracks into your regular practice routine, starting with styles you're most comfortable with. Begin by playing along with the tune’s melodies, then gradually experiment with your own ideas. Spend 15-20 minutes per session with a track, focusing on different aspects like rhythm, phrasing, or dynamics.
Yes! These tracks are licensed for personal use, including recording your own solos over them for practice, audition reels, or sharing on social media. The high-quality audio (24-bit, 48kHz) makes them perfect for recording your own banjo parts on top.