Long & McQuade University - HALIFAX and DARTMOUTH
As part of our month-long, nation-wide Long & McQuade University clinic series, the Halifax and Dartmouth locations are pleased to present these free, career-enhancing clinics specifically tailored to the needs of musicians, producers and home studio enthusiasts.
Advance registration and inquiries can be sent to the store at which the clinic is being held:
HALIFAX: 6065 CUNARD STREET | 902.496.6900 | [email protected]
DARTMOUTH: 124 MAIN STREET | 902.496.6996 | [email protected]
Thursday, March 8 | 7pm (HALIFAX)
Get The Ultimate Tube Amp Sound with Don Ritchie
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 | 10am (DARTMOUTH)
Care and Feeding of Your Guitar with David Barnes
This clinic will provide insight into 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 24 | 11am (DARTMOUTH)
Club Cubase with Scott Ferguson
A “ground up” presentation of Cubase recording software, covering the connecting and setup of interfaces, the use of MIDI and virtual instruments in Cubase, basic navigation of the recording software and a Q&A session. Scott is a well-known local studio owner and producer, and president of Club Cubase Halifax, a user group which meets regularly at Studio FMP in Dartmouth.
Saturday, March 24 | 1-3pm (HALIFAX)
Flute Workshop with Patricia Creighton
This clinic will focus on the development of sound, technique and how to practice for successful, quick results. This is a great opportunity for aspiring flutists to gain insight into Patricia's superb musicianship, as well as her own experience studying with some of the world's best teachers and performers. Patricia is Principal Flutist with Symphony Nova Scotia, a position she has held since its inception in 1984. Please RSVP to Andrew at [email protected].
Monday, March 26 | 7pm (HALIFAX)
Knowing the Score with Asif Iilyas
Co-presented by the Screen Composers Guild of Canada. Join Asif Illyas, who is a renowned guitarist, songwriter and film composer, as he discusses the elements of scoring for film, including technique, equipment and approach.
Thursday, March 29 | 7pm (HALIFAX)
Intro to PA Systems with John Parker
Learn the basics of getting a good sound from your PA. Whether it’s setting up a church sound system, DJing a birthday party or setting up the system for a band, we will teach you how.
Fee: FREE
