Book 1 for Clawhammer (Old-Time) Banjo covers several beginning exercises and songs that are perfect for the beginner. Pictures and descriptions of the proper playing technique are also offered here. The songs covered include: Mary Had A Little Lamb, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, Cripple Creek, Cotton Eyed Joe, Lonesome Road Blues, Amazing Grace, London Bridge, Shortnin' Bread, Boil The Cabbage, John Hardy, John Henry, Liza Jane, and Buffalo Gals. The arrangements of the songs are simple and accessible for beginners. Each exercise and song has a corresponding youtube video link to assist in the learning process. This is a good book for all ages.