Pete Wernick's Advanced Skills Banjo Winter Camp

Tailored to those who have played in groups and are seriously working toward professional level playing.

Class limit:15. Scholarships available. Send band CD or tape and letter to: Pete Wernick, 7930 Oxford Rd., Niwot, CO 80503.

* “The pro sound”: Timing, tone, “believability”
* Creating interesting solos, tunes, individual style
* Practicing to clear technical hurdles, gaining speed
* Bringing out the best in each song, backup and lead
* Knowing the neck, creating licks
* Performance -- sounding your best on stage
* Week includes a class performance with Pete

Qualifications

Advanced camp qualifications are somewhat hard to define, but are based on experience and attitude. The camp is intended for serious players who have been members of bluegrass bands. A basic knowledge of Scruggs style and repertoire is expected, and it is assumed that all players have a sizable repertoire, having been in at least one performing band.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CD that includes their playing, or a homemade tape, or at least a brief letter explaining their qualifications and interests. Note: In the interest of including those on a career path in music, some scholarships may be awarded. To be considered, include a letter stating your circumstances.

Goals of this camp include:

* Refining banjo tone and solidifying rhythm
* Developing expressive capabilities in tone production, use of dynamics, accenting, and musical taste.
* Creating banjo tunes and interesting, appropriate solos and backup
* Learning useful positions and fingerings all over the neck
* Develop performance skills relating to entertainment value, overcoming nervousness, best use of microphones, etc.
* Developing style.

Class limit: 15
Scholarships available. Send band CD or tape and letter.

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