The best way to learn a musical instrument is to play it as much as possible, The most enjoyable way is with other musicians in a band setting. Trading songs, Interacting with other instrumentalists and building an ensemble sound help you Learn much faster than approaching a new instrument on your own. This play- along series of books and companion audio promotes a fun way of learning by providing you with a band to play along with. You can practice chords and rhythm. You will be backed up by a real band. Bill Evans on the banjo and vocals, Julie Cline on vocals, and Cindy Browne on the string bass. The songs are recorded just as they would be played at a jam session or performance. This book includes fifteen of the most popular bluegrass, old time songs, and gospel. This Title also includes access to online audio. This book is the new version of 9780786685769.