The banjo is a stringed instrument with a thin membrane stretched over a frame or cavity to form a resonator. The membrane is typically circular, and in modern forms is usually made of plastic, where …

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Discover the true history of the banjo — from African stringed instruments to American innovation and Irish folk tradition.

Nov 22, 2025 · Banjo, stringed musical instrument of African origin, popularized in the United States by slaves in the 19th century, then exported to Europe. Several African stringed instruments have …

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May 11, 2025 · The banjo is an iconic instrument known for its distinctive twangy sound and its deep connection to American folk and bluegrass music. As one of the most celebrated string instruments, …

Feb 24, 2023 · The first appearance of what is recognized today as the banjo is probably from several hundred years ago in Gambia, with the Jola people and the African instrument, the akonting. Still …

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