Ben Smith, a Tacoma Banjo Band President for over two decades, was a charismatic designer.  He installed a neck on a Rainier Beer Can, a Squirt pop can and a bedpan!  Each of the three musical creations produced toe-tappin’ sounds.  At the top of this page, click on “INSTRUMENTS” to view Ben’s creations.

(After you see a thin, gray downloading bar stop moving horizontally, under the picture, click on the tiny triangle to hear music.)

     BEN SMITH, President from  September,1988 -  February, 2009

                                   “Hey Mr. Banjo”

TACOMA BANJO BAND HISTORY

      DEDICATION

For years, Ben and

Anita provided the banjo band members support, banjo practice and lessons in music theory.  ‘Tis an honor and privilege to dedicate this website to them in gratitude.