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WORKSHOPS THIS MONTH

Monroe
Jam Lab

Join Christopher Henry and Bluegrass Hall of Famer, David McLaughlin, for an exclusive, monthly deep dive into the timeless catalog of Bill Monroe. Each month we’ll focus on one iconic song and one powerful tune (instrumental) guiding you through the intricacies and nuances of Monroe’s unparalleled style. With expertly crafted study materials such as demo and practice videos created by your teachers, you’ll have all you need to experiment and explore the featured device we will be focusing on for the month. That's not all - each session we will welcome a special guest musician who will bring their own unique perspective and expertise, offering a richer, more immersive learning experience. During the workshop, students will have the opportunity to play and be coached by the instructors.

Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, deepen your understanding, or simply celebrate the music of a bluegrass legend, this workshop is your backstage pass to the world of Bill Monroe.

October Selections:

We Can't Be Darlings Any More (G)

Katy Hill (G)

Special Guest: Doyle Lawson

Three tailored options are available to fit your journey:

Summit: This is the total package. Summit comes with study materials, allows for interactive participation in the live workshop and includes a 30 minute lesson with Christopher ($60 value) and will receive the recording. $100 Sign Me Up!

*limited space available

Peak: Peak participants will receive the study material, will participate live in the workshop and receive feedback, as well as receive the recording. $75 Sign Me Up!

*limited space available

Ridge: Participants at the ridge level can join the workshop in galley view live (no participation) and receive the recording. $50 Sign Me Up!

Oct 23rd 6-9pm EST

Via Zoom

Will be recorded if you cannot be there live!

NMM Monthly Workshop
Jam Session Classics

Sick of fumbling through tunes at jams? In this monthly workshop series, we’ll cut through the noise and actually learn how to make beginner and intermediate mandolin playing sound good.

Each month, we’ll dive into a new bluegrass standard. Together we’ll focus on:

Proper mechanics – clean picking, good tone, and solid fundamentals.
Double stops – adding richness and dimension to your melody lines.
Building speed – step-by-step strategies to get you playing up to jam tempo without frying yourself.

This isn’t about endless noodling or pretending. It’s about really understanding how the melody works so you can show up to a jam and play it proficiently and confidently. Less improvising, more straight melody — the real foundation you need before you start flying.

By the end of each session, you’ll walk away with a tune you can bring straight to the circle, played clean, clear, and with authority.

OCTOBER SELECTION: LITTLE MAGGIE