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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.
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December Selections:
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Special Guest: John Reischman
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
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​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
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Ridge: Participants at the ridge level can join the workshop in galley view live (no participation) and receive the recording. $50 Sign Me Up!
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December 19 6-9pm EST
Via Zoom
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NMM Monthly Workshop
Breaking Down
Bluegrass Blues
In this in-depth 2-hour workshop, "Breaking Down Bluegrass Blues" Christopher will take students on a journey through the history, techniques and sounds that define this unique blend of music. Classic blues progressions will be explores, as well as how they translate into bluegrass arrangements, with a focus on chord structures and timing. In addition, students will gain insight on how to incorporate bluesy bends, phrasing, and scales into bluegrass lead playing. Key licks and phrases will be examined and students will learn how to use them to add a bluesy flavor to their playing.​ Christopher will also share techniques using double-stops to create "blue" intervals that evoke the authentic sound of bluegrass blues.
This workshop is designed to break down complex musical ideas into digestible concepts, offering practical tools that you can take with you to enrich your playing. With clear explanations and focused demonstrations, you'll leave with a deeper appreciation for the power and beauty of blues in bluegrass and a solid foundation to incorporate these ideas into your own music.
Not to worry if you cannot be there live - the recording will go out to all participants.
$50
Dec 28th 3-5pm EST
Via Zoom​
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Will be recorded if you cannot be there live!
On The Road
Nov 3 Charlotte, NC
Benefit for WNC at the Neighborhood Theater​
​Nov 27 Pennsylvania
with Jason Carter
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It was super exciting and fun to join Billy Strings on stage in Asheville for a few songs. He and the boys have been covering a tune I wrote, West Dakota Rose, for a few years now. My wife and I went to check out a show to celebrate my 43rd birthday and what a gift it was to get to get to pick and sing with them!
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