Looking for experienced 5-string banjo teacher

New Orleans LA

Description

I'm a 23 year old living and working here in New Orleans. I recently bought a 5 string banjo after getting turned on to bluegrass and hearing JD Crowe. I have to learn to play like that. There are eventually other areas I'd like to take my banjo playing but I want to zero-in on the bluegrass style first because it's the majority of what I'm hearing that resonates with me. I'm highly motivated and would like to find an experienced teacher to guide me towards what needs developing, help me hone the physical mechanics (so I don't have to reprogram the small things down the road, like I'm having to do on guitar), and help me avoid pitfalls. I'm currently working out of the Scruggs book, and watching some YouTube material. If anyone can point me in the direction of a banjo instructor that would be willing to take on a new student, please let me know Thanks!