Guitar
Guitar, level 1, rhythm—This class will be focusing on playing in time (with a flatpick) at a variety of speeds and in different time signatures. We'll explore the basic boom-chuck pattern with alternating bass notes, and develop a repertoire of bass runs and rhythm accents, with an emphasis on accompanying vocals. We'll learn how to practice with a metronome and how to back up other instruments when they are taking solos.
Prerequisites: Students should know how to form basic chords -- G, C, D, A, and E -- and be able to change chords comfortably and in time.
Kathy Kallick co-founded the Good Ol' Persons in 1975, and was part of the band for its twenty-year existence, as well as all the reunion shows in the past decade. In addition, she has performed and recorded with the Frank Wakefield Band, Laurie Lewis, Keith Little, and many of the country's top acoustic musicians. She currently leads The Kathy Kallick Band. Kathy won a Grammy for her part on "True Life Blues: The Songs Of Bill Monroe," has written and recorded award-winning music for children and families, received a "Lifetime Achievement Award" from the California Bluegrass Association, and has released more than 75 of her compositions on 14 albums.
In addition, Kathy has taught songwriting, singing, and guitar playing at a number of music camps, including the Rockygrass Academy, Sore Fingers, Augusta Heritage Center, Bluegrass At the Beach, CCMC, and the Puget Sound Guitar Workshop. She’s taught both vocals and guitar at our camp, and we’re pleased to have her back.
www.kathykallick.com
Guitar, level 2—At this level we will work on a variety of rhythm styles and tempos with complimenting bass-runs. We’ll also practice playing and creating solos out of positions, and we’ll explore flat-pick and finger styles, with help for anyone with particular problems. Most of all, we’ll have fun with our guitars!
Prerequisites: Bring your guitar, tuner, recorder, etc. And a good attitude!
Scott Huffman is a North Carolina native, musician, singer, songwriter who has been playing and teaching professionally for over 35 years. Since 2004, Scott has toured and recorded with Laurie Lewis and the Right Hands and previously performed/recorded with Jim Eanes, Jimmy Arnold, Bobby Hicks, ASH&W, Craig Smith, Tony Williamson, Peter Rowan, Tim O'Brien, Linda Ronstadt, Maria Muldaur, Elvis Costello, and many more. Scott’s teaching experience includes individual lessons on guitar, banjo and mandolin, and camps such as Bluegrass at the Beach (4 years), The Alaska Bluegrass Cruise, Camp Ho-He-Ha (Alberta, Canada), and many festival work-shops. We’re happy to have him join us for his first year at the CBA Music Camp.
http://www.laurielewis.com/band.htm
Guitar, flatpicking, level 3— At this workshop, Andy will discuss various rhythm and lead guitar techniques including bluegrass rhythms, basic swing rhythms, crosspicking techniques, playing melodies, open position scales, moving up the neck, improvising techniques and more. Basic music theory and Nashville Number system will also be discussed. He will gear the workshop to the individuals who attend to maximize their ability to take something home and improve their skills.
Prerequisites: To be a level three student, you should have at least two years of playing experience, including some experience playing with others in jam sessions or in informal bands.
Andy Falco started playing guitar at a young age and began his career in music playing electric guitar in roots and rock based bands. He eventually put down the electric and started playing bluegrass while still maintaining his blues and rock influences, and joined the Infamous Stringdusters in 2007.
He has taught at several academies including Rockygrass and Wintergrass, and has given a wide variety of workshops and private lessons. We welcome him to his first year at the CBA Music Camp.
www.thestringdusters.com
