Long & McQuade University - CAMBRIDGE, WATERLOO, STRATFORD

As part of our month-long, nation-wide Long & McQuade University clinic series, the Cambridge, Waterloo and Stratford locations are pleased to present these free, career-enhancing clinics specifically tailored to the needs of musicians, songwriters, producers and home studio enthusiasts.

CAMBRIDGE
All clinics take place at Long & McQuade, 1490 Dunbar Rd | 519.622.1970
Advance registration and inquiries can be sent to Fred at [email protected].

Sunday, March 4 | 1-2:30pm - Recording 101 with Darin Driscoll
Recording expert Darin Driscoll will cover a variety of topics involving basic home recording. The session is geared towards beginners and will include discussions on handheld recorders, appropriate microphones, interfaces, various software, computer requirements and studio monitors.

Wednesday, March 14 | 7:30–8:30pm - How to Get The Ultimate Tube Amp Sound with Pat Furlan
Learn how to get the maximum performance from your guitar amplifier! Topics will  include trouble-shooting mystery noises, installing your own tubes and setting up your amp for best tone. Beginner to advanced musicians welcome.

Saturday March 10 | 1-2:30pm - Basic Guitar Maintenance with Steve Murphy
Guitar tech Steve Murphy offers insight to the many mysteries of proper guitar setup and maintenance including restringing, truss rod adjustments, setting action, tremolo systems and more. Learn some tips to help keep your guitar in top playing condition.

Sunday, March 18 | 1-2:30pm - Working With a Vocal Processor with Emily Barkley and Will Penney
Vocal teacher Emily Barkley and local performer Will Penney will provide insight to working with vocal processors. They will focus on the Boss VE-20, and the Digitech Vocalist Live, currently two of the most popular units on the market. Learn ways of bringing your voice to the next level for live or recording purposes just like the pros!

newly added! Wednesday, March 28 | 6:30-8pm - Recording with Zoom
Chris Tootell of Omnimedia will be hosting this clinic, whose focus will be on the Zoom R8, R16 and R24 recorder/interface/controller units, as well as on the handhelf H2N and H4N recorders. Chris has a vast knowledge of recording in general, and these products in particular - this is sure to be an informative evening!

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WATERLOO
All clinics take place at Long & McQuade, 36 King St.N. | 519.885.4215
Advance registration and inquiries can be sent to Paul at [email protected].

Wednesday, March 7 | 7-9pm - How to Get The Ultimate Tube Amp Sound with Pat Furlan
Learn how to get the maximum performance from your guitar amplifier! Topics will  include trouble-shooting mystery noises, installing your own tubes and setting up your amp for best tone. Beginner to advanced musicians welcome.

Thursday, March 15 | 7-9pm - Basic Guitar Maintenance with Rob Fowler
Guitar tech Rob Fowler offers insight to the many mysteries of proper guitar setup and maintenance including restringing, truss rod adjustments, setting action, tremolo systems and more. Learn some tips to help keep your guitar in top playing condition.

Thursday, March 22 | 7-9pm - Drummers: Tuning, Maintenance and Head Selection with Darren McClelland
Darren McClelland will share his years of experience and tips on tuning, maintenance and choosing the right drum heads for your playing style and kit.

Thursday, March 29 | 7-9pm - Looping and Live Performance with Jacob Moon
Known for his amazing live shows which feature his command of the guitar (often sounding like an entire orchestra), and his renowned skill as a “live looper,” award-winning singer/songwriter Jacob Moon will share some of his proven insight into how to achieve this feat.
 
Thursday, April 5 | 7-9pm - Recording 101 with Darin Driscoll
Recording expert Darin Driscoll will cover a variety of topics involving basic home recording. The session is geared towards beginners and will include discussions on handheld recorders, appropriate microphones, interfaces, various software, computer requirements and studio monitors.

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STRATFORD
All clinics take place at Long & McQuade, 36 Ontario St. | 519.271.9102
Advance registration and inquiries can be sent to Steve at [email protected].

Saturday, March 17 | 1-3pm - Basic Live Sound Setup with Paul Showler
Topics to be covered in this clinic include Small PA vs. Large PA - use and benefit of each; How to mic various instruments and vocals; EQ'ing techniques for drums, vocals, guitars and more;  how to use effects tastefully and avoid the most common mistakes.

Saturday, March 24 | 1-3pm - Basic Guitar Maintenance with Mike Whaling
Guitar tech Mike Whaling offers insight to the many mysteries of proper guitar setup and maintenance including restringing, truss rod adjustments, setting action, tremolo systems and more. Learn some tips to help keep your guitar in top playing condition.

Saturday, March 31 | 1-3pm - Basic Drums - Setup and Tuning with Aimee Jesso
Aimee will discuss cymbal selection, wood and series comparison in shells, drum construction and drum tuning.