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SUMMARY:Fiddling Workshop with Molly Tucker
DESCRIPTION:Are you a string player who is curious about the art of fiddling? Whether you’re brand new to fiddling or have explored this art form before\, this workshop is for you! In this 90-minute session at Winchester Community Music School\, teaching artist Molly Tucker will lead participants through learning a fiddle tune and exploring what styling can make your playing sound like fiddle playing. The group will also explore chordal and rhythmic ideas to bring the tune to life in their own way. \nThis workshop is open to all intermediate-to-advanced string players. Free for WCMS students; $15 for the general public. For more information or to register\, visit www.winchestermusic.org or call 781-721-2950. 407 Highland Avenue\, Winchester.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/fiddling-workshop-with-molly-tucker/
LOCATION:Winchester Community Music School\, 407 Highland Avenue\, Winchester\, MA\, 01890\, United States
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SUMMARY:Inspiration\, Process & Craft: Songwriting Workshop with bluegrass musician Rachel Sumner
DESCRIPTION:Winchester Community Music School is offering a special opportunity for bluegrass enthusiasts: a songwriting workshop with award winning singer-songwriter Rachel Sumner. This 90-minute workshop is for any musician who wants to explore songwriting for the first time or expand on their existing songwriting skills. Rachel will offer participants a look into her own creative process: where she finds inspiration\, how she transforms a creative spark into a song\, and more. Participants will also learn specific strategies for editing\, deep listening\, and using familiar songs as jumping-off points for their own original compositions. Open to ages 14 and up. Workshop fee: $15.  For more information or to register\, visit www.winchestermusic.org or call 781-721-2950. 407 Highland Avenue\, Winchester.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/inspiration-process-craft-songwriting-workshop-with-bluegrass-musician-rachel-sumner/
LOCATION:Winchester Community Music School\, 407 Highland Avenue\, Winchester\, MA\, 01890\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Community Music School":MAILTO:wcms@winchestermusic.org
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SUMMARY:Fiddleheads Jam Camp
DESCRIPTION:The focus of Fiddleheads Acoustic Jam Camp is to teach and inspire musicians to play with each other in various styles – both singing and instrumental – and to experience playing in a band setting. Held each year in September\, Jam Camp features hours of jams\, workshops and concerts throughout the weekend. Campers form bands of various styles\, work up and arrange a song together\, and perform in an energy-filled Saturday evening concert. Jam Camp offers guided jams with focus on jamming essentials and techniques – hearing chords\, backup\, playing in different styles\, soloing and having fun! Coaches and Campers jam in various styles Friday and Saturday evenings and often continue into the late night. From blues to bluegrass\, jigs to jazz\, cajun to country and more! We hire top-notch coaches who are not only amazing musicians but who are also great teachers! Coach Info \nRegistration Information
URL:https://bbu.org/event/fiddleheads-jam-camp/
LOCATION:Camp Methodios\, 329 Camp Merrimac Road\, Contoocook\, NH\, 03229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jams and Picking Parties,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Silver Bay Bluegrass Camp
DESCRIPTION:There is no better place to learn how to play bluegrass banjo\, fiddle\, guitar\, mandolin\, dobro or bass than at this Wernick method bluegrass camp. Daily lessons with experienced bluegrass teachers and musicians will help you learn how to jam quickly and get right to the fun of playing music together. Classes on harmony singing\, bluegrass lead singing\, songwriting\, soloing\, music theory\, and beginner\, intermediate\, and advanced tutorials on each bluegrass instrument culminate in fun activities like bluegrass Karaoke night\, Open Mic\, a bluegrass gospel Vespers\, and a faculty concert.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/silver-bay-bluegrass-camp-2/
LOCATION:Silver Bay YMCA Center\, Silver Bay NY\, 87 Silver Bay Rd\, Silver Bay\, CT\, 12874\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jams and Picking Parties,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wernick Method Jam Camps/Classes":MAILTO:austinmscelzo@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:CCM Bluegrass Band Scramble
DESCRIPTION:Join the CCM Bluegrass Band Scramble and become a member of a new band for the afternoon. Presented by the Concord Conservatory of Music\, this event is perfect for anyone who loves bluegrass and wants to perform with other enthusiastic and experienced musicians. On Saturday\, January 20th from 12:00 to 4:00 pm\, accomplished banjo player and CCM faculty member\, Rich Stillman\, will lead the Scramble with CCM faculty and Bluegrass Jam leader\, Maxfield Anderson. \nTo create well-formed bands\, individuals sign up for the Scramble and are paired with other musicians by picking names out of a hat\, one for each instrument. Bandmates then have over two hours to practice and prepare songs and stage patter for a three-song turn performing for a live audience\, with a professional sound system and engineer. \nThere is no need to feel stressed; the Bluegrass Band Scramble is a competition-free zone. It is an opportunity to learn and hone skills while having fun with like-minded individuals. \nTo reserve your spot in advance\, participants can sign up and pay the $35 registration fee at ConcordConservatory.org. But if you decide to join us at the last minute\, don’t worry! You can still register at the door on January 20th. \nJoin us for a free live concert and enjoy great bluegrass music! Following the Scramble\, everyone is invited to attend a live and free concert at 4:00 pm. The newly formed bands will perform and we welcome the public to enjoy great bluegrass music. If you have any questions\, please call 978-369-0010 or email info@ConcordConservatory.org. Concord Conservatory of Music is the area’s non-profit community music school located at 1317 Main Street\, West Concord.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/ccm-bluegrass-band-scramble/
LOCATION:Concord Conservatory of Music\, 1317 Main Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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SUMMARY:JAM-uary Bluegrass Jam Camp at Ashokan
DESCRIPTION:Austin Scelzo hosts a weekend of jam instruction using the Wernick Method\, an inventive and time-tested pedagogy designed to build or improve confidence making music with others! All Bluegrass Instruments\, all skill levels welcome. Hands-on learning in large and small groups. Understanding\, low-pressure\, experienced teaching from a certified teacher. Experienced Jammers are given extra challenges and can be grouped together. Make music with friends\, make friends with music!
URL:https://bbu.org/event/jam-uary-bluegrass-jam-camp-at-ashokan/
LOCATION:The Ashokan Center\, 477 Beaverkill Road\, Olivebridge\, NY\, 12461\, United States
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