L&M University - Cambridge, Waterloo, Stratford, Guelph, Woodstock, ON
Join us for a series of FREE career-enhancing clinics specifically tailored to the needs of musicians, songwriters, producers and home studio enthusiasts!
CAMBRIDGE
1490 Dunbar Road
519.622.1970
Advance registration and inquiries: Fred Burchill at [email protected]
Monday, March 3 | 7-8pm
So You Wanna Gig? with Will Penney
Will Penney has played hundreds of solo and duo gigs over more than 30 years. During the evening he’ll be offering tips and insight to some of the equipment and set-ups that can help you either get started or move to the next level of your solo or duo career. Content will include sound, lighting and fun gadgets. You’ll see things that will even make playing at home more fun!
Wednesday, March 12 | 6:30–7:30pm
There’s More To Drumming Than Drum Kits with Vic Freitas
Percussion expert Vic Freitas will spend the night highlighting various hand percussion instruments. Watch, listen and learn as he demonstrates cajons, shakers, tambourines and more. You’re bound to get some great ideas for your next gig or fireside jam.
Wednesday, March 19 | 6:30–7:30pm
Guitar Maintenance with Steve Murphy
Guitar tech Steve Murphy will cover basic guitar maintenance. Topics will include restringing and string types, neck adjustments, intonation, humidification, electronics and more. This popular clinic always fills quickly.
Thursday, March 27 | 7-8pm
Sizzling Country Guitar (and a Hint of Jazz) with Frank Adamo
Frank Adamo has some very impressive credentials and is an accomplished guitarist. You’ll get energized by both his playing styles and his passionate approach to music. Take your country guitar playing to the next level with this easy and fun workshop. Learn licks easily, recall them instantly, and own them for a lifetime.
WATERLOO
36 King Street North
519.885.4215
Advance registration and inquiries: Graham McRae at [email protected]
Wednesday March 12 - 6:30pm
Improving Your Timekeeping and Technique with Darren McClelland and Mike Howarth
In this interactive workshop, experienced L&M drummers Darren McClelland and Mike Howarth will share timekeeping tips that will refine your technique and physical approach to the kit. Learn to play with sequencers, loops and click tracks with real-time demos featuring electronic drums, drum machines and metronomes. Discussion will also focus on smaller kits and how to make more music with less drums, and an overview of software packages for composing, practicing and sharpening your tracking skills.
Wednesday March 19 - 6:30pm
Make Your Trumpet Sing with Larry Larson
Larry Larson, Principal Trumpet of the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony and frontman of Larry's Jazz Guys leads this interactive workshop. Bring your horn as Larry will demonstrate and teach a vocalist approach to the instrument, bringing out the subtlety, dynamics and individualism in your playing.
Monday March 24 - 7:00pm
Drum Clinic with Vito Rezza
Co-sponsored by Pearl, Evans, Paiste and Vic Firth. Artists who have called upon Vito Rezza's virtuosic skill as a percussionist include Joni Mitchell, Gino Vannelli, John Lee Hooker, Michael Brecker, Rick James, Ray Charles, Oscar Peterson, and Joey DeFrancesco, with whom Rezza regularly records and performs. The diverse nature of this star-studded list speaks volumes about Vito's mastery of a wide range of musical genres. On top of his musical skill sets, Vito is also an accomplished poet, film and television actor, and martial arts expert. Vito is nearing completion of a book and DVD on life and his philosophy of living with the drum, which he presents in his North American Clinic Tour. This event will include door prizes and giveaways.
STRATFORD
36 Ontario Street
519.271.9102
Advance registration and inquiries: Paul Showier at [email protected]
Saturday March 8 | 1-3pm
Taking Care of Your Guitar with Steve Toman
Steve will walk you through all the basic needs of your guitar, including restringing, intonation, fret care, humidification and more.
Wednesday March 19 | 7-8pm
Music Makes You Smarter with Greg Sadlier
We are hosting an informative workshop, specifically designed to raise parents’ awareness and understanding of music education and the importance of it becoming a regular part of your household. We will lead you through practical solutions for at-home music challenges, such as practice discipline, tracking progress, communicating with student and teacher, and more.
Saturday, March 22 | 1-3pm
Mixin' it Up with David Schaufele
Ever wonder what all the buttons and knobs on your mixer are for? Or maybe you're wondering what features a larger mixer would have to offer. Let David show you the options and explain what all those buttons and knobs actually do!
Wednesday, March 26 | 7-8:30pm
Line 6 Dream Rig with Steve Das
Been searching for that "specific" guitar tone? Been thinking to yourself "Why doesn't my tone sound that good?" Well now it can! Let Line 6 Specialist Steve Das show you how you, at home, can have an infinite number of killer sounding guitar tones right at your fingertips with the Line 6 Dream Rig.
GUELPH
30 Arrow Road
519.763.5300
Advance registration and inquiries: Tamara Kent at [email protected]
Saturday, March 1 | 11am
Introduction to the Violin with Louisa Kratka
Everyone is welcome to join Guelph’s own fiddle teacher Louisa Kratka for an introduction to the violin. A mix of Q&A plus live performance and conversation will get people thinking and talking about this great instrument.
Tuesday, March 18 | 6:30-8pm
Guitar Set-up and Maintenance with Gary Forrest
Join our in-house repair tech Gary Forrest for an up close look at guitar set-up and acoustic guitar maintenance. This clinic will appeal to novices and experienced players alike as Gary demystifies the basics of adjustment and routine repair work.
Thursday, March 27 | 5:30-6:30pm
The Art of Cymbal Selection with Steve Zuccala
Resident drum expert Steve Zuccala takes an informative look at how to find that perfect cymbal. No matter your sound or budget, there’s a crash or splash that’s right for you. Investigate the possibilities and discover how to take your kit to the next level.
WOODSTOCK
20 Finkle Street
519.539.7371
Advance registration and inquiries: Ben Dobson at [email protected]
Saturday, March 15 | 2pm
Drumming 101 with Gop Intarachot
Join Gop as he discusses and demonstrates everything about drumming, from time signatures and rudiments, to rhythm, syncopation and dynamics.
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Advance registration and any inquiries can be sent to the store at which the clinic is being held.
Fee: FREE
