L&M University - Calgary, AB

Join us for a series of FREE career-enhancing clinics specifically tailored to the needs of musicians, songwriters, producers and home studio enthusiasts!

SOUTH
225 - 58th Avenue SE, 403.244.5555
Advance registration and inquiries: Greg Kucheran at [email protected]

Thursday, March 6 | 6:30pm
Total Music Production Made Easy with Jim Patmore
Long & McQuade, Miktek Audio and Zoom Sound Labs present a workshop for today’s creators! See how easy it is to turn on, press record and capture pristine multitrack audio in under 30 seconds. Capture moments of inspiration, band practice, lessons, gigs – anywhere and at any time. Learn how to turbo charge computer recording software with pro features that include:
• No latency headphone/cue mix effects to enhance vocal performances
• No latency guitar/bass amp modeling/effects and advanced re-amping techniques
• Adding real faders and transport buttons that control your software and streamline creating the perfect mix

Saturday, March 15 | 11am-4:30pm
Instrument Maintenance Day!
Learn all about taking care of your instrument from Long & McQuade’s knowledgeable staff.
11:00-12:00 – Drum Tuning and Maintenance
1:00-2:00 – Guitar String Changing and Maintenance
3:00-4:30 – Band Instrument Maintenance (Brass & Woodwind)

Friday, March 21 | 4pm
Session Musician Round Table with Russell Broom, Ryan Davidson, Chris Byrne and Chad Melchert
Hosted by four of the top session players in Alberta! 

• Russell Broom:  Award-winning producer, songwriter and composer, Russell Broom is a Calgary based “music guy” who is well known for his guitar / writing / production / engineering work. He has worked on recordings for artists such as Jann Arden, Josh Groban, Chantal Kreviazuk, and many more. In his  workshop, Russell will talk about his unique approach to using the guitar live and in the recording studio, and how to create the  textures and sounds for which he is in demand.
• Ryan Davidson:  Ryan is a freelance guitarist who has recorded and performed professionally for 20 years.  He holds a Masters of Music in Jazz Studies from the University of North Texas.  Ryan was the 2012 Canadian Country Music Association’s “Guitar Player of the Year” and has played on Grammy and Juno nominated albums.
• Chris Byrne:  Chris has been The Road Hammers bass player since 2004. He is a Juno award winner and multiple CCMA winner, and has also played with George Canyon, Deric Ruttan and Gord Bamford.
• Chad Melchert:  Chad is one of Canada’s most sought after live and session drummers. He has toured all over the world and played with artists of all genres. At the 2012 Canadian Country Music Awards, Chad was crowned CCMA Drummer Of The Year.

Saturday, March 22 | 4pm
Introduction to Live Sound with Jeremy Brown
Jeremy Brown is owner and operator of Big Guy Productions. In this clinic he will discuss the basics behind mastering live sound.

Saturday, March 29 | 4pm
Digital DJ with DJ C-Sik
Beat Drop course developer and instructor Rick Cruz (aka DJ C-Sik) is the current Redbull Thre3style Regional Champ, a 3-time Calgary DMC champ and is one of Alberta's most sought after hip-hop, R&B and party rockin' DJs. With over 15 years of experience behind the decks, he's your guy if you are looking to get into hip-hop, turntablism or funk. He can also help you learn advanced mixing techniques or new scratches to give your set that extra flavour.

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NORTH
10 Royal Vista Drive, 587.794.3195
Advance registration and inquiries: Paul Billo at [email protected]

Saturday, March 1 | 3pm
Approaching Song Writing with Jonathan Ferguson
Jonathan is a Calgary-based singer/songwriter who has traveled across Canada and the world performing his uniquely intricate story songs, full of detail and driven by character and plot as though they were short films or novels. Currently at work on the follow up to his 2012 debut Sweeter After Difficulties, Jonathan will be speaking about:
• His own unique approach to song writing, and the appeal of telling a story in song
• How to find an approach to song writing that suits you and your audience
• Tips on preventing or defeating the worst nightmare of any song writer - writer's block

Saturday, March 8 | 3pm
Discussing Drums with Andrzej Ryszka
With extensive background as both a touring drummer and an in-demand session player, Andrzej possesses a wealth of knowledge in the world of drumming. Beginning his career in Poland, he recorded a gold album with Krzak at the age of 20.  He eventually settled down in Canada where he has worked with Tom Jackson, The Roadhammers, Lisa Brokop, Jack Semple, Martha Reeves and more. He currently plays with the local band, Rustic Brothers.
Topics Andrzej will cover include:
• Life on the road with a band
• Being truthful to the style of music being performed
• Hearing protection and staying healthy
• Contributing to and creating a good working environment for yourself and your bandmates
• Being versatile – going beyond the drums when writing

Thursday, March 13 | 7pm
Club Cubase with Yamaha Canada Music
This meeting will see a continuation of the conversation of music production techniques in Cubase 7.5. There will also be a draw to win a Steinberg CMC controller.

Saturday, March 15 | 3pm
Creative Guitar with Russell Broom
Award-winning producer, songwriter and composer, Russell Broom is a Calgary based “music guy” who is well known for his guitar/writing/production/engineering work. He has worked on recordings for artists such as Jann Arden, Josh Groban, Chantal Kreviazuk, and many more. In his workshop, Russell will talk about his unique approach to using the guitar live and in the recording studio, and how to create the textures and sounds for which he is in demand.

Thursday, March 20 | 6pm
Drum Clinic with Jeremy Taggart
Our Lady Peace Drummer Jeremy Taggart returns to the All Access series to discuss his amazing career, show off some chops, give insight into what it takes to maintain a career in the business and offer up advice to all in attendance. A truly amazing evening in store for all who join us!

Saturday, March 22 | 3pm
An Introduction to Live Sound with Patrick Worsley
This clinic is for musicians who will be setting up the PA before they play, and for techs who will be sitting behind the mixer during the show. Learn to set-up and run a PA system for your band, church or private party. Be more confident with your knowledge of PA equipment and make yourself sound better. Pat will be demonstrating everything from hooking up the equipment, to mixing and how to use wireless mics. Pat has been playing drums and doing live sound for over 30 years. He also has extensive technical experience in speaker repair.

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EAST
3404 - 5th Avenue NE, 403.245.3725
Advance registration and inquiries: Tyler Brown at [email protected]

Saturday, March 8 | 1-3pm
The Mechanics and Business of Songwriting with Randy Hutchings
Randy is a singer/songwriter who has been a fixture of the Canadian music scene since 1986. He has toured across Canada for many years and has performed in a wide variety of festivals and music venues.
In this clinic he will discuss:
• Song structure and melody
• SOCAN/copyright
• Publishing/licencing
• Record companies
• Involving other writers
• Professional recording vs demos
• Writing styles: for yourself or someone else

Saturday, March 15 | 1-3pm
The Art and Science of DJing with Segue and Cereal Thrilla
In this interactive and hands-on clinic, Segue (Geordy Carson) and Cereal Thrilla (Wyatt McKenzie) will transform DJ concepts into relatable school subjects such as History, Math, Science and English, and will cover:
• The history of DJing and equipment
• Tempo, beats, pitch and volume
• DJ skills and techniques like cueing, scratching and mixing
• Gigs and online promotion
• And much more!

Saturday, March 22 | 1-3pm
Togetherness and Independence in Drumming with Jim Llewellyn
Many drummers concentrate on the concept of independence but forget the importance of playing together and being tight with themselves. Jim will discuss what it takes to make the drummer sound more like a cohesive unit. Jim has been playing professionally since the age of 15, and, while in the band Hammersmith, opened for everyone from KISS to Rod Stewart. A master of many musical styles, Jim is a lauded session player and local teacher.

Saturday, March 29 | 1-3pm
New Dimensions of Bass with Peter Davyduck
Join Juno award winning bassist and Fender Product Specialist Peter Davyduck for an exploration of the new face of bass guitar in today’s music. From modern left and right-hand techniques to effects discussions like “Synth-cloning” and “Hipster” roots approaches he’ll take a look at it all.

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For inquiries and registration information, please contact the store at which the clinic is being held.
Please note that advance registration does not guarantee a seat. It gives us a means to contact you should the date or time of the clinic change. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.