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Songwriting / Vocal Classes

Stetson Adkisson is presenting a special combined singing and songwriting workshop.This workshop will help songwriters of all levels focus on the creative process of songwriting, learning to avoid creative “ruts,” create awareness, and find inspiration in everyday life.Vocal segments will feature many aspects of
singing, especially singing with other people:

  • How to sing without hurting yourself or others
  • Great duet singing
  • How to find the parts
  • Bluegrass tenor, alto & bass parts – what that really means
  • Gospel-style harmony


Dobro Classes

  Dobro classes will feature all aspects of slide-style playing, including: Left and right hand techniques Basic music and chord theory Rhythm playing, styles, capos How to learn by ear more efficiently Playing in the Open G Position G scale Hammer-ons and pull-offs Chord runs Right hand rolls Open G licks Chromatic G licks Fills and backup Several basic songs in G Straight style Banjo roll style Playing in Closed Bar Positions Scales Slides The two basic closed patterns Chord runs Block chords The box technique Bar slants Inversion patterns Several basic songs in this style Improvisation Theory Changing Chords Without Moving the Bar More Than a Few Frets Minor Keys  and  Chords Minor chord positions Minor rhythm patterns Minor song example Playing in Non-Standard Keys Jam Session Survival Tips

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Clawhammer Banjo

Clawhammer Banjo classes will feature all aspects of clawhammer playing, including: How to use your left and right hands more efficiently

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Mandolin Classes

Mandolin classes will feature all aspects of playing, including: Pick direction How to incorporate melody into your breaks Chords 101 Monroe style Playing up the neck How to learn by ear more efficiently Fundamentals of backup How to pick out tunes Creating your own solos

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