Long & McQuade University - Southwestern Ontario
CAMBRIDGE - 1490 Dunbar Rd.
For more information and to register, please contact Fred Burchill at 519.622.1970 or [email protected]
Monday March 6 | 7 pm
Recording with PreSonus
PreSonus producer, Jeff Carter, dives into PreSonus’ intuitive recording and editing software, Studio One Pro (version 3). Covering tips and tricks exclusive to Studio One, Jeff will discuss setup, automation, controllers, virtual instruments, project mastering mode, and Studio One’s amazing Melodyne integration.
Tuesday March 14 | 7 pm
Practice and Positivity with Jason Raso
Jason Raso is an accomplished bassist, composer and bandleader. He’s also a columnist and blogger for Canadian Musician Magazine. Join him for an interactive evening of tips that will help energize you! Jason will show you how to build a solid practice routine, develop your sound, and stay positive about your playing as you move forward.
Wednesday March 22 | 7 pm
Bluegrass Banjo with Denis LePage
Denis LePage, one of the most recorded banjo players in Canada, will talk about the history, mechanics and playing styles of the banjo. He will demonstrate techniques and perform traditional and original pieces.
GUELPH - 30 Arrow Rd.
For more information and to register, please contact Tamara Kent at 519.763.5300 or [email protected]
Saturday, March 11 | 3 pm
Harmonica 101 with Rein Rutnik
Rein will provide an overview of fundamental harmonica skills including breathing, tone, articulation, hand position and playing chord rhythms. This clinic is for the 10-hole diatonic harmonica (blues harp). Bring a harmonica in the key of C to participate – no experience necessary!
Friday, March 31 | 7 pm
Piano/Voice Performance with Janna Pardy
Janna hosts a night showcasing her students' talents and highlighting her lesson program. Everyone is welcome to this free event, held on site at Long & McQuade Guelph.
STRATFORD - 36 Ontario St.
For more information and to register, please contact Lissa Lichti at 519.271.9102 or [email protected]
Saturday, March 4 | 2 pm
Guitar Care 101 with Paul Showler
Come learn the basics of guitar care, covering everything from the effects of humidity, how often strings should be changed, the differences in strings and how to restring and do a basic setup on your guitar.
Saturday, March 18 | 2 pm
Developing Your Brand & Identifying Clavé Patterns
Calling all drummers! Join Seamus Everly and Robb Ryan as they host a clinic on the importance behind promoting yourself through social media and developing a brand around yourself as a drummer. They will also be walking us through identifying common clavé patterns in music and how to create groove ideas with clavé in mind.
WATERLOO - 36 King St. N.
For more information and to register, please contact Graham McRae at 519.885.4215 or [email protected]
Wednesday March 29, 7 pm
Christian Tanna from I Mother Earth will conduct a drum clinic from the unique perspective of being a songwriter in one of the most prolific bands in Canadian alternative rock. This clinic will combine both technical and performance tips, while focusing on the drummer as a songwriter.
WOODSTOCK - 20 Finkle St.
For more information and to register, please contact Ben Dobson at 519.539.7371 or [email protected]
Monday, March 13 | 7 pm
5 Easy Beats for Beginners: Intro to Building Hand Speed
Join us for a fun evening as our drum teacher Gop Intarachot demonstrates some simple drum concepts to help you build your repertoire, technique, and hand independence.
Saturday, March 25 | 3 pm
Life Beyond Major & Minor - All The Chords You Have to Look Up
Our guitar teacher Jeremiah Charlton will be demonstrating many different chord shapes & concepts to help you get the most out of your guitar playing! This fun and informative clinic will help to broaden your chord knowledge, and get you playing some new shapes outside of the “Standard 21”.
