Long & McQuade Learning Series - Orleans, ON

Tuesday, March 6 | 7-8pm
Acoustic Guitar Care 101
Is your acoustic guitar playing as good as it should? Have you got buzzing frets, finger-killing high action, or out of tune notes? Join us for Justin Furgason’s acoustic guitar maintenance workshop to learn all about the acoustic guitar. From how it generates sound, to every adjustment you can make, care and maintenance, and knowing when you should hand it over to a professional to fine tune it, we’ll cover it all! We’ll also talk about humidity and proper storage, travelling with your guitar, and much more. 

Tuesday, March 13 | 7-9pm
Play Along with Nigel “MaynStreet” Maynard
Nigel “MaynStreet” Maynard gives us a guide to learning different styles of drumming, playing to tracks, understanding what to listen for while playing, and drum set positioning. He will also speak about warm up exercises, and the concept of time versus pocket. Nigel Maynard has been a drummer for over 20 years, originally being grounded in funk, gospel, and reggae. 

Tuesday, March 20 | 7-9pm
Chikin’ Pickin’ with Piticco
Steve Piticco started playing guitar at age 11, and has played ever since, having toured and recorded with countless top Canadian country acts, all the while developing his distinctive tele sound. Come check out his famous style that has caused peers and fans alike to exclaim,”He’s from another planet!”

Tuesday, March 27 | 7-9pm
Managing Your Music and Business with Colin Mills
Get on the right track to treating your music career as a business, and learn some skills to maintain focus. This seminar will cover various roles within the music industry, how they work with each other, and tips for artists to organize themselves for a successful career.

Wednesday, March 28 | 7-9pm
Learn Live Looping with Jacob Moon
Roots musician Jacob Moon has played for RUSH, Marillion, and Gordon Lightfoot during his 20 years on the road. Join us as he shares his proven strategies for being an effective live looper, and demonstrates how students can unlock their own creativity using the BOSS RC 300 and other popular looping pedals. Jacob’s performance will include original songs and covers orchestrated with a combination of musical taste and technical wizardry.

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Registration & inquiries may be sent to Patrick Fynn at [email protected].