The Perfect Gift for 5 String Banjo Players: A Creative Journal They’ll Treasure Forever
You know that look your partner gets when they’re lost in music — tapping their foot, humming a new melody, strumming the same phrase over and over until it suddenly clicks?
For creative souls like banjo players, inspiration can strike anywhere — in the kitchen, the garden, or halfway through a late-night jam. But as quickly as those ideas appear, they can vanish just as fast.
That’s why the Songsmith Scratch Pad exists — a beautifully designed, pocket-sized creative journal made just for banjo players. It’s the perfect place for them to capture song ideas, lyrics, and melodies before they slip away.
🪕 A Gift That Feels Thoughtful, Personal, and Truly Useful
Finding a gift for a banjo player isn’t easy. They already have their picks, straps, tuners, and strings — but this is something different.
The Songsmith Scratch Pad is part journal, part creative companion. It gives them a way to preserve their musical sparks — those little flashes of creativity that make them who they are.
Designed by Ben Dorning, founder of Banjo Adventures, this book was created by a musician who knows exactly what it’s like to lose a great idea before it’s written down.
✍️ What Makes It So Special
Made for Banjo Players – Includes banjo tablature layouts instead of traditional music lines. Perfect for both Clawhammer and Bluegrass styles.
Over 200 Pages to Create – Plenty of space for tunes, lyrics, riffs, and song notes — a lifetime of ideas in one place.
Pocket-Sized and Durable – Small enough to slip into a banjo case or travel bag; sturdy enough to last for years.
Includes a Free Beginner Lesson – Each book comes with a QR code linking to a free 20-minute video on reading banjo tab — ideal for learners or those just starting out.
💡 The Story Behind the Songsmith Scratch Pad
“This book was born out of pure frustration — and one unforgettable jam session.”
I remember sitting in a circle of musicians when a fiddler played a lick so perfect, I knew it was the start of my next song. I reached for something to write it down, but my lyric pad wasn’t made for tab — and before I could open my phone, the moment was gone.
That’s when I realised every banjo player needs a reliable, case-ready space to capture inspiration. So I created one.
— Ben Dorning, Creator of Banjo Adventures
🎄 A Meaningful Gift for Any Occasion
Whether it’s a birthday, Christmas, anniversary, or “just because” — this is the kind of gift that makes a musician’s eyes light up. It’s personal. It’s useful. And it shows that you understand how deeply they care about their music.
For under £25, you’re not just buying a notebook — you’re giving them a keepsake, a place where new songs are born, and a lifelong reminder of your thoughtfulness.
🌍 Available Worldwide
📦 £24.55 (UK Price)
Also available in Australia, Canada, the EU, and the USA
🪕 Designed by Ben Dorning, creator of Banjo Adventures
⚠️ Please Note
This product is printed on demand via Lulu. Delivery times may be slightly longer than a typical online order. To be safe, please allow up to 10 days for your item to arrive.
🛒 Give the Gift of Creativity
Make their next song unforgettable.
Give them the Songsmith Scratch Pad — the creative journal designed exclusively for banjo players.
