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VANCOUVER SESSION MAY 30 - JUNE 1, 2008
WEEKEND WORKSHOPS
Because of the huge success of the summer program and due to popular
demand, Guitar Workshop Plus has expanded to offer weekend workshops.
These weekend sessions will offer a variety of special seminars in
an effort to meet the needs of musicians and music enthusiasts alike.
Diverse styles including rock, blues, jazz, acoustic, classical, Latin, and
others, will be offered at various sessions. Students can elect to study
one seminar each session.
Each course combines hands-on technique with musicianship skills
such as theory, ear training, rhythm studies, etc. In addition, students
are given the option to play with the faculty rhythm section, fellow
students, and even some of our guest artists! These performances provide
the student with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge
they are acquiring in class.
The weekend session format provides for morning and afternoon classes,
guest artist clinics and performances, faculty and student performances,
and much more.
Widely regarded as the premiere summer music education program in Canada, Guitar Workshop Plus has been running week-long summer sessions for many years.
Our program is designed for aspiring musicians of all ages to promote the growth and development of musical knowledge.
Our program is unique in that we cater our instruction to the student’s personal style, level of experience, and musical goals.
We create a healthy, non-competitive, and supportive environment in which to learn.
Students also enjoy visits from world-class guest artists and have many performance opportunities.
The complete immersion in music and opportunity to study with some of the finest musicians and educators around, allows students to walk away with an experience and inspiration unattainable elsewhere.
Whether you just started playing recently and want to get started in the right direction, or you’ve been playing professionally and want to further develop your craft, you will find what you’re looking for at Guitar Workshop Plus.
Click here for the application form.
Dave Martone
When it comes to guitar heros, Dave Martone is one of Canada’a best kept secrets ... but not for long!
Dave has worked with 3 Doors Down, Steve Morse, Jennifer Batten, Paul Gilbert, Yngwie Malmsteen, Marty Friedman, Seymour Duncan, Greg Howe, Joe Satriani and drum greats Chester Thompson, Mike Portnoy, and Greg Bissionet.
In addition to his five solo releases and live DVD, Dave was also credited on Joe Satriani’s album Super Colossal.
He has been featured on the cover of Muzik Etc and also in Guitar One Magazine as one of the top four underground shredders in North America. An incredible instructor, Dave is a popular teacher and clinician.
David Gogo
David Gogo has had a guitar in his hands since the age of five and has been a professional musician since the age of sixteen.
In 2004 he received the “Great Canadian Blues Award“ for a lifetime contribution to the blues in Canada, was nominated for a 2007 Juno Award for “Blues Album of The Year’ and he’s a two-time winner of the Maple Blues “Guitarist of the Year” Award.
He has performed with Little Feat, Johnny Winter, Buddy Guy, Jimmie Vaughan, The Tragically Hip, B.B. King, Otis Rush, Blues Traveler, George Thorogood and ZZ Top.
David has also played the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland.
Don Alder
Canada’s own Don Alder is one of the best acoustic guitarists in the world, and one of Canada’s premiere harp guitarists.
His unique style and energetic performances have been called intense, passionate and awe-inspiring and he is often referred to as the acoustic Hendrix. He plays to audiences around the world, writes and performs all of his own music, and has released five albums.
He has received many awards including first place in the prestigious International Fingerstyle Championships.
Don has been featured on the cover of Acoustic Guitar Magazine as well as Fingerstyle magazine
Seminars are courses that concentrate on specific topics and will sometimes feature guest instructors.
Although some seminars are open to all levels, other seminars require a certain level of playing experience.
Please refer to the seminar of your choice for specific requirements.
Rockin’ the Blues
with special guest David Gogo
Rock music is so deeply rooted in the blues.
Therefore, to be a good rock guitarist, players need a solid understanding of the blues.
The most common progression in music (I, IV, V) is not only the blues progression, but also the basis for countless rock tunes.
Artists such as Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Santana, Allman Brothers, Slash, AC/DC, and many other ’classic rock’ artists use blues as the foundation for their music.
This seminar is designed for players who love the raw energy, feel, and power of Blues music from Delta and Chicago to Texas and electrifying blues/rock sounds.
The course will demonstrate how the music of blues legends from Robert Johnson to Muddy Waters and from BB King to Buddy Guy assisted rock greats such as Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Joe Perry, and even Edward Van Halen to develop their unique styles.
Learn more blues vocabulary, how to build your solos, and discover ways to spice up or even hide a I, IV,V progression.
Topics covered include various blues and rock progressions, chord voicings, various comping patterns, turnarounds, phrasing, scale and arpeggio usage, double stops, and how to turn some standard blues phrases into some screaming rock licks.
Students will also learn how to improve their bending, vibrato, sliding, and legato techniques.
There will be plenty of playing and jamming in this course.
Although this course is open to all students, it is recommended that the student have a minimum of 6 months playing experience for this course.
Rock Chops
with Dave Martone
Rock guitar heroes such as Eddie Van Halen, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Kirk Hammett, Yngwie Malmsteen, John Petrucci and others took guitar playing to new heights.
Perfect for the intermediate to advanced rock player looking to take their playing to the next level, this course will explore the styles and techniques used by these players, and is perfect for rock guitarists who want to increase their knowledge and improve their technique through discussion and playing.
Theoretical concepts in music, beginning with pentatonic and diatonic scales, scale hybridization; arpeggio/chord construction and harmony are presented.
Right hand approaches such as alternate, economy and hybrid picking are explained in conjunction with left hand techniques such as slurring and rolling in legato phrasing.
Other topics include harmonics, tapping, modes, and speed development.
Specific exercises and practice routines that help develop the various styles and techniques are taught.
Students will also learn how to achieve a great tone.
Although this course is open to all students, it is recommended that the student have a minimum of 2 years playing experience and have a basic knowledge/understanding of some of the topics for this course.
Brave New Acoustic
with Don Alder
Beginners to advanced acoustic players will enjoy this seminar which will look at some of the more modern approaches to playing acoustic steel string guitar.
In addition to traditional concepts and techniques used as accompaniment, modern practices used to bring the acoustic guitar to the forefront as a solo instrument will be covered.
Topics will include standard and altered tunings, fingerstyle accompaniment, right and left hand harmonics, percussive techniques and much more.
Some songwriting and composition elements as applied to the modern acoustic player will also be discussed.
A discussion on electronics for acoustic guitars, strings, and a look at a variety of acoustic guitars from standard acoustics to baritones to Harp guitar along with tips for buying or getting your next guitar built.
This course is not theory based but tab of the various demonstrations will be provided.
The course will demonstrate a range of modern acoustic techniques for attendees to incorporate into their playing.
FACILITY AND LOCATIONS
Our Vancouver weekend session will be held at the downtown campus
of Vancouver Community College. This location offers modern facilities
with large classrooms. The campus is situated in downtown Vancouver
and is easily accessible by public transit with plenty of public parking
nearby. Although meals and lodging are not provided, there are many
restaurants close by that offer a wide range of meals to suit your appetite.
For those requiring accommodation, there are numerous hotels within
walking distance. We may be able to arrange for group rates, so please
contact us for hotel info and special discount information.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Vancouver International Airport is only a 20-minute drive from the campus and taxi and other ground transportation are available.
Nearby hotels include the Sandman Hotel, Hampton Inn, and many others.
Click here for the application form.
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