Dan Walsh combines ‘virtuoso playing and winning songwriting’ (MORNING STAR). Describing what Dan does is no easy task but at the heart of it is British, Irish and American folk music delivered with a healthy dose of funky grooves – all performed with his unique and dazzling take on clawhammer style banjo helping to challenge all preconceptions about the instrument.

This workshop will take a look at clawhammer style banjo, suitable for all levels. Starting with the basic technique that underpins the whole style and as the workshop goes on increase the 'tricks' at your disposal, learn a tune or two, look at how to arrange songs or tunes yourself and answer any other banjo questions you might have!

Dan has taught workshops all over the world including at American banjo camps and numerous folk festivals.

Dan will perform at Smith’s at 7pm.