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SAN DIEGO • JUNE 17-22NASHVILLE • JULY 15-20

TORONTO • JULY 23-28SEAT TLE • AUGUST 19-24

S T U D Y W I T H S O M E O F T H E B E S T !ALL AGES • ALL LEVELS • ALL STYLES

2018 Guest Artists include: Albert Lee • Andy McKee • Christie Lenée • Duke Robillard • Eric Gales

Gary Hoey • Nita Strauss • Paul GilbertRhonda Smith • Tosin Abasi • And More!

SUMMER2018

BASS • DRUMS • KEYBOARDS • VOCALS

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T H E U L T I M A T E E X P E R I E N C E I N M U S I C E D U C A T I O N !

G E N E R A L I N F O R M A T I O N

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Guitar Workshop Plus is a program designed for aspiring musicians of all ages to promote the growth and development of musical knowledge and skills. Our program is unique in that we cater our instruction to the student’s personal style, level of experience, and musical goals. We create a healthy, non-competitive, and supportive environment in which to learn. Each day consists of morning and afternoon classes that involve a hands-on approach, late afternoon clinics, ensemble performances, and evening concerts. Students will also enjoy visits from world-class Guest artists and have many performance opportunities. DVD recordings of the student performances are available after the sessions. The complete immersion in music allows students to walk away with enough material and musical ideas to last until next year.

Whether you just started playing recently and want to get started in the right direction, or you’ve been playing professionally and want to further Develop your craft, you will find what you’re looking for at Guitar Workshop Plus.

Currently, instruction is provided for guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and vocals. Students can elect to study one class OR seminar each session. The guitar program is extensive and unique in that students elect to study the style that they enjoy most. Guitar styles include rock, blues, jazz, acoustic, classical, country and a guitar course for the absolute beginner. We also offer comprehensive bass, drums, keyboard, vocal and songwriting classes covering various styles, theory, performance, and technique.

Each course combines hands-on technique with musicianship skills such as theory, ear training, rhythm studies, etc. In addition, most of these classes include a one-hour per day rhythm section class in which students are given the opportunity to play with the faculty rhythm section and apply the skills and knowledge they are acquiring in class.

CLASSESClasses are offered for varying skill levels ranging from beginner to advanced. On the first day of the session, all students are evaluated to ensure that they are placed accordingly and receive appropriate instruction for their level. This maximizes their learning potential during their time at the workshop. Class sizes are small to promote individualized attention for each student as well as to facilitate ensemble arrangements.

SEMINARSSeminars are courses which concentrate on specific topics and will sometimes feature guest instructors. Generally, seminars are designed for the intermediate to advanced player although some may be open to all levels. Students are evaluated to ensure that they are at an appropriate level for the course. Seminar students meet with the instructor all day and, because there is no restriction to class size, do not take part in rhythm section classes. Faculty led ensembles for seminars depend upon class size and format.

CLINICSIn addition, all students may attend clinics. Each day, two or three clinics are offered covering topics such as improvisation, songwriting, vocals, scales and modes, building technique, slide, percussion, practice methods and more. Students are welcome to sign up for these clinics on campus.

OUR ADMINISTRATIONOur administration has been responsible for organizing and directing summer music programs across North America for the past sixteen years. Founded by Brian Murray, a Toronto area guitarist/performer/ educator, the Guitar Workshop Plus administration and faculty have developed a loyal student base due to the positive experience, excellent curriculum, professional faculty, visiting guest artists, and the opportunity to meet other people who share the same musical interests.

OUR FACULTYOur faculty is carefully selected and comprised of professional musicians and instructors with extensive experience teaching in workshops, private settings, and postsecondary institutions. These talented educators have considerable recording backgrounds, perform around the world, author instructional books and write columns for music magazines.

OUR STUDENTSOur program is open for beginner to advanced students aged 12 through adult. Our students come from diverse backgrounds including young-aspiring musicians, adult hobbyists, high school and postsecondary students pursuing music careers, semiprofessional and professional musicians. Students are welcome to attend individually, with friends or family, and even as a complete band.

ON-CAMPUS STUDENTS HOUSING AND MEALSOn-campus students stay in the dormitories and are provided with three meals per day. The cafeteria offers a wide selection of food and vegetarian options are always available. Students are housed according to age and gender. Groups of under age students are supervised by staff members who also stay in the dorm house. Arrangements can be made to be roomed with a specific roommate. Please include your roommate’s name on the application form. A limited number of private rooms are also available for an additional fee.

OFF-CAMPUS STUDENTSStudents who do not stay on campus overnight during the session save on room and board costs. Meals are not included but a weekly meal plan is available for an additional cost.

STUDENT POLICIESTo maximize the enjoyment of the session for all participants and to create a friendly and creative atmosphere, a certain code of conduct must be followed. Students who violate the stated rules and regulations or whose behavior jeopardizes the enjoyment and safety of other participants will be dismissed from the program without refund of tuition. Illegal drugs and alcohol are not permitted on campus. Possession or use of these substances results in immediate dismissal from the program without refund of tuition. Students must provide their own instrument and are responsible for their personal belongings and equipment. Guitar Workshop Plus will not be held responsible for these items. Participants in the program may be photographed/video recorded during class or performances for use in promo material or our website. Regardless of age, all participants must complete a health form before they can be admitted into the program. Should a medical situation arise or if there are any pre-existing or current medical conditions that we should be aware of, we must have this information on file. Please note, however, that we are not a special needs program. All medical expenses are the responsibility of the student or their parent/guardian. Guitar Workshop Plus will not be held responsible for the cost of any medicine or medical services. Guitar Workshop Plus reserves the right to refuse admission to the program at it’s discretion.

UNDERAGE STUDENTSUnless accompanied by an approved member of the staff and a signed parental permission form is on file, students under the age of 18 are not permitted to leave campus.

Those under age students who drive to the campus must leave their car keys with the office at the beginning of the session. Off campus students who are under age 18 must be signed in and out by their parents/legal guardians when they arrive and leave the campus. Parents of under age students must notify the office staff if their child takes prescription medication.

All medicines must be stored in our office and will be dispersed as per written instructions outlined on the health form.

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2 0 1 8 G U E S T A R T I S T SOUR GUEST ARTISTS SHARE THEIR KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCES WITH OUR STUDENTS WHILE VISITING CLASSES, CONDUCTING CLINICS, AND PERFORMING CONCERTS.

Albert Lee (San Diego Session)

Whether it is his legendary work with Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell, Eric Clapton or his own solo work, not many pickers have been more influential than “Gallery of the Greats” guitarist Albert Lee. The multiple Grammy award winning British guitarist, known for his lightning speed picking, replaced Jimmy Page in The Crusaders before joining The Thunderbirds in ‘64. After moving to the U.S., Albert began doing session work and has since worked with The Crickets, Everly Brothers, Joe Cocker, Tom Petty, Paul McCartney, James Burton, Vince Gill, John Jorgenson, and many others. At a pivotal point in his career, Albert was asked by Emmylou Harris to replace James Burton - one of his guitar heroes - who was leaving for Elvis Presley’s band. Albert’s first solo album featured perhaps the definitive version of “Country Boy” with Emmylou on backing vocals and Ricky Skaggs on fiddle. When he returned to London for session recording, Albert met Eric Clapton. He was invited to join his band and played on Clapton’s live album “Just One Night”. Albert would work with Eric for five years before he left to further pursue his solo career. In 2002 he joined other music legends on stage at the Concert for George at the Royal Albert Hall. Albert has also received several Grammy Awards including one for his performance on Brad Paisley’s instrumental “Cluster Pluck” in 2009. Simply put, Albert is a one of a kind guitar legend!

Paul Gilbert (Nashville Session)

From platinum albums and number one chart success as a founding member of MR. BIG, to frightening the guitar community with new levels of ferocious picking technique with shred-pioneers RACER X, to exploring punk, pop, classical, blues, jazz, and progressive instrumental styles in his solo career, Paul Gilbert has recorded a massive amount of stunning guitar music, all while circling the globe to play sold-out arenas. He is perhaps best known for his versatility and speed, which helped him be named as one of the "Top 10 Shredders Of All Time".Years as a columnist for Guitar Player and Premier Guitar magazines, along with giving countless clinics and private lessons have given Paul deep experience in the art of communicating music to all levels of guitarists. Paul’s groundbreaking “Intense Rock” videos and DVDs have inspired legions of guitarists to improve their accuracy, speed, and phrasing. Although Paul is best known for his work with MR. BIG and RACER X, he has also toured with Joe Satriani’s G3 and played in a host of tribute concerts with legendary drummer Mike Portnoy. Whether he’s playing to 10,000 fans or jamming one-on-one with a student, Paul is living his childhood dream of taking the sounds in his head and bringing them into reality – on the electric guitar.

Duke Robillard (Toronto Session)

One of the most acclaimed blues guitar players, Duke is a legend in the blues community and a one-man cheering section for the blues in all its forms and permutations. B.B. King said Duke is “one of the greatest players”. The Blues Music Awards have named Duke "Best Blues Guitarist" four years in a row making him the second most honoured guitarist for that award!! Other awards include Grammy nominations, three Maple Blues Awards for "Best International Blues Artist," The Blues Foundation's "Producer of the Year", as well as "Album of the Year" and "Guitarist of the Year" awards. He has worked with Roomful of Blues, The Legendary Blues Band, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Jimmy Witherspoon, Ronnie Earl, Herb Ellis, Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, John Hammond, Joe Bonamassa, and Jimmy Vaughan. Duke’s acclaimed solo albums further prove that he is a complete artist and unique in the blues world. His ability to play across the spectrum of blues and move stylistically from Texas to Swing to Kansas City to Chicago is legendary.

Rhonda Smith (Seattle Session)

Rhonda Smith is a bassist, vocalist, songwriter and clinician, critically acclaimed for her musical abilities in various genres, including smooth jazz/funk to electrified funk/rock. In addition to her current gig as bassist for legendary guitarist Jeff Beck and the near decade she spent recording and touring alongside Prince, Rhonda has performed with the likes of Chaka Khan, Beyonce, Erykah Badu, Patti Austin, Patrice Rushen, Brenda Russell, Sheila E, Lee Ritenour, Larry Graham, Patti Labelle, Little Richard, Justin Timberlake, Najee, Candy Dulfer, Kirk Whalum, George Clinton, Little Richard, Brian Wilson and many others. She is the recipient of a Juno Award, has graced the covers of Bass Player, Bass Frontiers and Bassics magazines and done stints with the Martin Short Show and the Wayne Brady Show. She has released two CDs as a leader, Intellipop and RS2.

Eric Gales (San Diego Session)

It’s well documented that Gales was a child prodigy and heralded as the second coming of Jimi Hendrix when he released his debut album The Eric Gales Band in 1991 as a 16 year old on Elektra Records. It was the first of 10 albums on a major label through a blistering career. He has released 14 studio albums in total ahead of Middle of the Road and a host of other collaborations. Middle of the Road is Eric Gales fourth album on the Mascot label and it sees him at his most expressive yet; it is a deeply personal and reflective record that echoes where he is in his life right now and he opens himself up and allows himself the chance to really flourish. Recent years have seen an array of musicians singing the praises of Eric Gales. Dave Navarro (Jane’s Addiction, Red Hot Chili Peppers) exclaimed that “How Eric Gales isn’t the hugest name in blues/rock guitar is a total mystery”, modern blues icon Joe Bonamassa said he is “One of the best, if not the best guitar player in the world”, whilst Mark Tremonti (Alter Bridge) says ‘this guy could be the best player on Earth.'” Carlos Santana says: “He is absolutely incredible” Eric has also played with Eric Johnson, Lauryn Hill, Gary Clark Jr, Lance Lopez, Gary Hoey, Beth Hart, and others.

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OUR GUEST ARTISTS SHARE THEIR KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCES WITH OUR STUDENTS WHILE VISITING CLASSES, CONDUCTING CLINICS, AND PERFORMING CONCERTS.

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Andy McKee (Nashville Session)

Andy McKee is among the world’s finest acoustic guitarists. His youthful energy and attention to song structure and melodic content elevates him above the rest. He entertains both the eye and the ear as he magically transforms the steel string guitar into a full orchestra via his use of altered tunings, tapping, partial capos, percussive hits and a signature two-handed technique. McKee’s crossover success has helped him to achieve millions upon millions of YouTube viewers, underscoring his emergence as one of today’s most unique and influential artists. He has been featured as a cover story in Acoustic Guitar Magazine and is also the figurehead of the unique Guitar Masters tours. McKee’s tour dates have taken him through Europe, Asia, Australia and North America, including tours with legendary acts including Prince and Dream Theater. McKee is the first artist to be signed CGP Sounds, the record label founded by fellow guitarist Tommy Emmanuel.

Tosin Abasi (Toronto Session)

Tosin Abasi is best known as the founder and lead guitarist of the instrumental progressive metal band Animals as Leaders. Before founding Animals as Leaders, he was the guitarist for the technical metalcore band Reflux. He recorded the first Animals as Leaders release with Misha Mansoor (of Periphery), who produced and recorded the album with Tosin. He has since released four albums with Animals as Leaders: a self-titled debut, Weightless, The Joy of Motion and their most recent album, The Madness of Many. Guitar World ranks Abasi on their list of 100 Greatest Guitarists of all time and featured Tosin as a cover story. Tosin also joined Nuno Bettencourt, Yngwie Malmsteen, Steve Vai, and Zakk Wylde, as part of the Generation Axe tour.

Gary Hoey (Seattle Session)

World renowned blues/rock guitarist Gary Hoey’s first break came in 1987 when Ozzy Osbourne liked Hoey’s tape enough to fly him to LA for an audition. Zakk Wylde eventually wound up with the gig, however Ozzy recommended Hoey move to LA where he was certain he would get noticed, and so he did! In 1992 Gary’s cover of “Hocus Pocus” rocketed into Billboard’s Top 5. With a collection of 19 albums it’s no wonder Gary Hoey is listed as one of the top 100 guitarists of all time. In 1994 Hoey scored the successful “Endless Summer II” soundtrack. In 2012, he produced and co-wrote Lita Ford’s release “Living Like Runaway” to rave reviews. He’s worked with legends like Joe Perry, Roger Daltrey, blues icon Johnny Winter, Robben Ford, and Leslie West to name just a few. He has toured and traded licks with the likes of Jeff Beck, Brian May of Queen, Ted Nugent, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Peter Frampton, and Dick Dale. Hoey has explored many styles of music in his career, but in 2013, came home to the Blues with his release of “Deja Blues.” His latest, 2016’s “Dust & Bones,” is an exuberant fusion of blues and rock. Whatever style he plays, Gary Hoey is a fiery, charismatic player. Whether he’s playing scorching bluesy originals or blues/rock covers, his solos are thrilling and, one thing that remains consistent is Hoey’s impassioned command of the guitar. He can attack his instrument with feral intensity and then play something very soft and achingly beautiful. This ability to mix feeling, phrasing, technique and tone is the true mark of a master guitarist.

Nita Strauss (San Diego Session)

Nita Strauss has become a force to be reckoned with in the music world, dazzling audiences across the US, Canada, Europe, South America, Asia, Australia and Africa, and sharing the stage with a diverse range of artists including rock legend Alice Cooper, R&B star Jermaine Jackson, early MTV darlings Femme Fatale, video game supergroup Critical Hit and popular tribute band The Iron Maidens. Her skill, exuberant stage presence and love for all things about her instrument have earned her a stellar reputation and endorsements from many top companies. Nita has been featured in many worldwide print magazines and on dozens of albums, trailers, and soundtracks, and is the author of the Premier Guitar column “Drop Dead Shred”. Nita was also the official in-house guitarist for the LA KISS, the arena football team owned by Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of KISS. She is one of the most sought after clinicians in the industry and has done extensive clinic tours across multiple continents. Her consistent touring schedule has shown her to play in front of over a million audience members per year consistently for the past several years. Nita has launched her original band, We Start Wars, and classic metal cover band The Starbreakers. She is also touring with Alice Cooper and working on instrumental solo material.

Christie Lenée (Nashville Session)

2017 International Fingerstyle Guitar Champion Christie Lenée's unique guitar work is often compared to Michael Hedges meets Joni Mitchell and Dave Matthews, delivering profound instrumental compositions with heartfelt, consciously uplifting songs. Christie Lenée's pieces have been showcased at the NAMM Show in Anaheim and Nashville, live on National Television and Radio, on stage with artists such as Tim Reynolds (guitarist for Dave Matthews Band), Andy McKee, Amy Ray from the Indigo Girls, and Stanley Jordan to name a few. Her album "Live at the Hideaway Cafe" was one of three finalists for "Best Album of 2014" (Indie Acoustic Project Awards), including the song "Love Who You Are" nominated for a 2016 Posi Award in the category "Songs for Personal Transformation."

*Check our website for updates to artist line up

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2 0 1 8 S E M I N A R SPickin' and Grinnin' : The Art of Country Guitar (San Diego Session)With special guest Albert Lee

An intensive course designed to cover all aspects of country guitar. Students will be exposed to everything from traditional Western Swing and Bluegrass Flatpicking to barn-burning Telecaster in the style of Albert Lee, Brent Mason and Guthrie Trapp. Topics include hybrid chicken pickin', double stops, pedal steel bends, Travis picking and much more. This course has everything for the guitarist interested in this incredible style. Attendees taking this course will enjoy a visit from legendary guitarist, Albert Lee!

Virtuoso Rock Guitar (Nashville Session)With special guest Paul Gilbert

Perfect for the rock player looking to take their playing to the next level, this course will analyze the styles of some of the leading players in this genre such as Eddie Van Halen, Randy Rhoads, Joe Satriani, Paul Gilbert, Steve Vai, and John Petrucci. This seminar will cover topics such as speed, tone, phrasing, arpeggios, and modes. Various technical aspects will be covered including sweep picking, hybrid picking, tremolo technique, harmonics, tapping, double tapping, developing speed while maintaining accuracy, legato development, string skipping, and odd groupings using alternate picking.. Theoretical concepts including pentatonic and diatonic scales, arpeggio/chord construction, harmony, the use of chords and chord progressions, and fretboard visualization are also covered. Students will be thrilled when guitar virtuoso Paul Gilbert works with this class.

Still Got The Blues (Toronto Session)With special guest Duke Robillard

So you wanna play the blues! This seminar is designed for players who love the raw energy, feel, and power of Blues music in all of it’s forms from Swing, Delta and Chicago to Texas and electrifying blues/rock sounds. This course explores the styles of some of the greatest blues guitarists including Muddy Waters, T. Bone Walker, Albert, B.B., and Freddie King, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and others. The course will work on improving each participant’s playing and help with soloing from the ground up. Good rhythm playing is the most important part of any guitarist’s playing and this will be dealt with in depth. Topics include various blues progressions, chord voicings, various rhythm patterns, turnarounds, phrasing, scale and arpeggio usage, double stops, developing solo ideas, and how to achieve a good blues tone. Students will also learn how to improve their bending, vibrato, sliding, and legato techniques to put some more ‘feel’ into their playing. There will be plenty of jamming in this course, so if you’re looking for blues power, this one is for you!! Multi-award winning blues legend, Duke Robillard, will be a special guest to this seminar..

Groove Academy (Seattle Session)With special guest Rhonda Smith

This course will give bass players the tools to tackle all musical styles including Funk, Rock, Pop, Blues, Jazz and much more using a broad range of technical skills on the bass including soloing, slap, walking, writing wicked bass lines, fretless technique, two hand tapping, and playing killer grooves. Topics will include maximizing your groove, interacting with the soloist (making them sound good), writing your own bass lines, total fretboard knowledge, learning all modes of the major and minor scales, soloing on any scale, riff development, pentatonics, symmetrical scales (diminished and whole tone), and much more. All topics will be applied to multiple musical styles, and are not limited to any one style, taste, or interest. This course will be designed for beginner to advanced students alike and will take your bass playing to the next level. Students in this course will enjoy a very special visit from incredible bassist, Rhonda Smith!

Everything Rock Guitar (San Diego Session)With special guests Eric Gales and Nita Strauss This is the perfect course for anyone interested in playing all styles of rock from blues influenced rock through shred, and for every level of guitar player! In this course we will cover basic to advanced theory with topics such as intervals, scales and modes, how chords are formed, chord voicing and inversions, diatonic and non-diatonic chord progressions, altered scales and chords, improvisation over chords and progressions, and even basic notation on staff. You're going to learn how to harmonize chords and play solos over the top in the context of Rock and Shred, ranging from the styles of Eric Clapton, David Gilmour, Jimi Hendrix, Santana, all the way through Eddie Van Halen, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, and even modern artists such as Plini! By the end of this course, you should have the tools you need to become a proficient rhythm or lead guitarist in just about every style Rock has to offer! Attendees taking this course will enjoy time in class with the incomparable Eric Gales and one of the brightest young stars on the rock scene, Nita Strauss!

Acoustic Expressions (Nashville Session)With Christie Lenée and special guest Andy McKee

2017 International Fingerstyle Guitar Champion Christie Lenée will share creative insights about the guitar beginning at the art of listening and ear training, fundamentals of holding the instrument, how to play completely relaxed with minimal effort, and how to translate musical expressions through our hands. Other concepts include songwriting and composition approaches, right hand fingerpicking patterns with creative examples, chord progressions and harmonization, a modern approach to understanding music theory, improvisation, opening up the guitar neck and finding new chord voicings, open tunings, using harmonics and low drones, rhythmic guitar slapping, finger tapping and creating memorable guitar riffs. This is a special course designed for guitarists, songwriters and composers of all levels. While it will get into some fairly advanced techniques and allow advanced players to thrive, all musicians including beginners are welcome. This course will also enjoy a visit from one of the world’s finest acoustic players, Andy McKee!!

Albert Lee

Paul Gilbert

Duke Robillard Rhonda Smith

Eric Gales

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2 0 1 8 S E M I N A R SModern Rock Guitar (Toronto Session)With special guest Tosin Abasi

Rock guitar has evolved over the past several decades from the heavy blues influence of its origins. Since the beginning, rock guitarists have been expanding the vocabulary of the style and pushing the boundaries of what the instrument is capable of, culminating in the masterful levels of taste, technique and virtuosity seen in contemporary rock players. This class will examine the many aspects and influences of modern Rock guitar and provide students with tools and methods to advance their playing to the next level of musicality and chops including speed picking, sweep picking, tapping, contemporary harmony, rhythm and composition. This course will also be visited by one of the titans of contemporary rock guitar, Tosin Abasi of Animals as Leaders..

Rockin’ The Blues (Seattle Session)With special guest Gary Hoey

This seminar is designed to focus on rock that wears it's blues influence on it's sleeve. We'll be looking at some guitar players and bands that took what they learned from the original blues artists, and forged a new style of rock. Using different tones and rhythms, but always with a nod to the past, some of the most memorable songs were created in this style. From the Allmans to Zep, you can hear how the sounds of the Delta were transformed into a powerful "new" sound that can still be heard influencing bands and players today. An in depth look at how to use major and minor pentatonic scales, the "blues" and “mixolydian” scales, string bending, hammer-on and pull-off techniques, double stops, fresh chord ideas, slide licks, wah-wah tricks and much more will be covered. This course is a must-take for any serious player who’s looking for fresh ideas to impress musicians and audiences alike by blending rock and blues styles together in their playing. Students taking this course will also enjoy working with great rock/blues player, Gary Hoey.

Nita Strauss

Christie Lenée

Andy McKee Tosin Abasi Gary Hoey

Applications will be accepted on a first-come first-serve basis space permit-ting. You may email, email, fax or mail us your completed application form. All applications must be accompanied by payment in order to be processed.

Payment Policy: Payment in full is preferred and may be made by cheque, money order, or credit card. All students residing outside of Canada must pay by credit card or money order.

Paying by cheque or money order: For those students paying by cheque or money order, a convenient installment plan is available as follows:

• A minimum deposit of $500.00 per session will be accepted with the application form. The remaining balance shall be due in two equal payments on or before May 1, 2018 and June 1, 2018.

• retfa detpecca eb llits lliw snoitacilppa ,ytilibaliava ecaps ot tcejbuSJune 1, 2018, however, the full tuition fee must accompany the ap-plication form.

Paying by credit card: The full tuition amount will be charged when the application is received. We accept Visa and MasterCard.

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APPLICATION FORM 2018 (TORONTO SESSION)

Please print clearly, complete all information and send applications to: GUITAR WORKSHOP PLUS99 Queen Street South, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5M 1K7 Phone: 905-567-8000 • Fax: 905-785-2831 Email: [email protected] www.guitarworkshopplus.com

Please note: All credit card registrations are charged the full tuition amount in Canadian dollars. If paying by cheque, please mail full payment or a deposit of $500.00 per session and post dated installment cheques along with your application. Outstanding balances not paid by June 1, 2018 are subject to a late fee. Upon receipt of a notice of cancellation in writing be-fore May 1, 2018, total payment received minus a $400.00 cancellation fee is refundable. Cancellation notices will only be accepted via registered mail. After May 1, 2018, all fees are non-refundable.

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Applications will be accepted on a first-come first-serve basis space per-mitting. You may email, fax or mail us your completed application form. All applications must be accompanied by payment in order to be processed.

Payment Policy: Payment in full is preferred and may be made by check, money order, or credit card.

Paying by check or money order: For those students paying by check or money order, a convenient installment plan is available as follows:

• A minimum deposit of $500.00 per session will be accepted with the application form. The remaining balance shall be due in two equal payments on or before April 1, 2018 and May 1, 2018.

• Subject to space availability, applications will still be accepted after May 1, 2018, however, the full tuition fee must accompany the v -plication form.

Paying by credit card: The full tuition amount will be charged when the application is received. We accept Visa and MasterCard.

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Please print clearly, complete all information and send applications to: GUITAR WORKSHOP PLUS99 Queen Street South, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5M 1K7 Phone: 905-567-8000 • Fax: 905-785-2831 Email: [email protected] www.guitarworkshopplus.com

Please note: All credit card registrations are charged the full tuition amount in U.S. dollars. If paying by check, please mail full payment or a deposit of $500.00 per session and post dated installment checks along with your application. Outstanding balances not paid by May 1, 2018 are subject to a late fee. Upon receipt of a notice of cancellation in writing before April 1, 2018, total payment received minus a $400.00 cancellation fee is refund-able. Cancellation notices will only be accepted via registered mail. After April 1, 2018, all fees are non-refundable.

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Rock GuitarThis course covers all of the necessary elements of playing rock guitar. Techniques including bending, hammer-ons, pull-offs, slides, vibrato, and tapping are covered. Other topics include chord work, pentatonic scales, arpeggios, and modes. From the classic rock sounds of Led Zeppelin and Jimi Hendrix to the modern styles of Foo Fighters and Avenged Sevenfold, this course will help any aspiring rock guitarist.

Blues GuitarDesigned for the aspiring blues guitarist, this course covers the styles of blues masters such as B.B. King, Albert Collins, Eric Clapton, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Topics include pentatonic scales, chord voicings, arpeggios, turnarounds and developing ‘feel’ through the use of blues techniques such as bends, slides, and vibrato.

Jazz GuitarStudents will learn and develop the skills required to effectively perform jazz guitar in the style of masters such as Jim Hall, Pat Metheny, John Scofield, and Joe Pass. Topics include harmony, chord voicings and extensions, swing feel comping, chord/melody approaches, and extensive improvisation studies such as scales, modes, arpeggios, and creating lines. Swing, bebop, Latin, and modal styles will be covered by analyzing jazz standard repertoire.

Classical GuitarFrom Paganini to Rodrigo, this course will explore a variety of right hand fingerpicking techniques, musical understanding and interpretation of pieces. Topics will include classical arpeggios, flamenco rasgueados, tremolos, and a study of repertoire of some of the greatest composers such as Sor and Brouwer. Students will leave this class with the skills necessary to express themselves on classical guitar as well as skills useful for other styles of playing. The course will culminate with an ensemble performance at the end of the session

Acoustic GuitarEssential elements of acoustic guitar playing are covered for solo performance and vocal accompaniment. Topics include flatpicking, finger picking, chord harmony, scale theory, alternate tunings, and slide. From the Delta blues sound of Robert Johnson to the folk stylings of Joni Mitchell and James Taylor to the modern acoustic sounds of Dave Mathews and Andy McKee, this course is a must for the acoustic guitarist.

Country GuitarBroaden your playing and influences with this course, designed to give insight into every aspect of country guitar. From the slick chicken picking and slippery pedal steel bends of Brent Mason and Johnny Hiland, to the magnificent fingerstyle work of Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed and the turbo charged Flat picking of Bluegrass players Doc Watson and Tony Rice, there’s something for everyone interested in this eclectic style. Topics include traditional and hybrid finger picking, Cross, alternate and economy picking, building licks from chord forms, creating double-stops, open string runs, pedal steel bends, Travis picking, western swing, various styles of rhythm playing and constructing solo guitar arrangements.

Bass GuitarBass players of all levels will benefit from this course. Bass skills needed to play many styles including jazz, rock, funk, Latin, and blues are covered. Topics include chord progressions, creating bass lines, improvisation, ear training, and theory. Bass techniques such as slapping, popping, and chords are also explored. Students enrolled in this course will have extensive ensemble performance opportunities.

Drums/PercussionDesigned for drummers of all levels, this intensive course covers all styles of music. Conducted in group and private lessons, students will study groove, technique, syncopation, polyrhythms, brush technique, soloing, reading, and other drum and percussion concepts. Students enrolled in this course will have extensive ensemble performance opportunities.

KeyboardKeyboard players of all levels will work with instructors in a setting that enables students, including those classically trained, a chance to explore improvised and popular contemporary music styles including jazz, blues and rock. Curriculum topics include triads, intervals, chord voicings & progressions, inversions, scales and modes, soloing, rhythm section fundamentals, synthesis and midi recording. Students enrolled in this course will have extensive ensemble performance opportunities.

VocalsFor vocalists of all levels, this course is designed to develop individual vocal style, expand vocal range and increase overall vocal ability while learning to sing the songs you enjoy. Learn techniques that are used in singing pop, jazz, blues, rock, country, and folk. Topics include chest, middle, and head voice, breathing, vibrato, licks and trills, and daily warm ups. Also explore diet, body movement and overcoming stage fright. Students enrolled in this course will have extensive ensemble performance opportunities.

SongwritingThrough a combination of individual and interactive in-class study and performance, this course will introduce students to the basics of the art—and business—of song writing. Open to students of various levels, the course will be divided into three main study areas: lyric writing, song structure, and the business of songwriting. The course will focus on popular or mainstream genres, and the class will analyze songs from a wide range of popular song-writers. Students will be encouraged to collaborate with their classmates and perform songs created in class as an ensemble.

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SAN DIEGOOur program is held on the beautiful campus of Point Loma Nazerene University in San Diego, CA. Conveniently located in San Diego and just a short drive from Los Angeles and Orange County, this location offers great music facilities including spacious classrooms, an outstanding performance theatre, accommodations, and breathtaking views overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The vibrant music scenes and cities of both San Diego and Los Angeles combined with the beautiful southern California sunshine and beaches make this the perfect spot to spend a week with us.

Travel Information: Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the campus. San Diego International Airport is the nearest airport located 15 minutes away. Taxi and shuttle services are available from the airport. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Ontario, CA International Airport, and John Wayne International in Orange County, CA are other options.

NASHVILLEMiddle Tennessee State University is located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee just outside of Nashville, TN – Music City USA! In addition to the great location, this campus features great housing and dining facilities and has fantastic music facilities including a beautiful auditorium and stage, large music classes, and practice wenger units. Near-by attractions include historical buildings and museums, several annual festivals, and the Center for the Arts. Famous Nashville attractions include Music Row which is filled with legendary honky tonks, bars, and music venues, The Country Music Hall of Fame, and the Grand Ole Opry.

Travel Information: Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the campus. Nashville International Airport is the nearest airport located 35 minutes away. Taxi and shuttle services are available from the airport.

TORONTOOur program is held at York University. Located in the north end of Toronto and just 20 minutes from downtown, this campus boasts great modern music facilities including large classrooms, performance spaces, lounges for our attendees to use, dining hall, accommodations, as well as recreational facilities. Not only is it the largest city in Canada, but the beautiful and multi-cultural city of Toronto is a world class destination with plenty of attractions including the CN Tower, Harbourfront, the Aquarium, and is just a short drive from one of the seven wonders of the world, Niagara Falls.

Travel Information: Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the campus. Toronto’s Pearson International Airport is the nearest airport located 20 minutes away. Taxi and limousine services are available from the airport. For those commuting daily, the brand new subway station at York University is conveniently located near our facilities!

SEATTLEOur program is held on the beautiful campus of Seattle University, located in Seattle’s bustling, quirky, and entertaining Capitol Hill neighborhood. The campus and university residence feature beautiful scenery, including views of Mount Rainier and the Seattle skyline and waterfront. This location offers great facilities and accommodations including modern classrooms, a great auditorium, and the top-ranked university food service in the state of Washington. This location is conveniently located in the world-class city of Seattle, which boasts a healthy music scene and plenty of attractions including the Experience Music Project Museum, Pike Place Market, Space Needle, and top notch shopping and dining.

Travel Information: Students should fly into Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and can arrange for shuttle, taxi, and other ground transportation to the campus.


F A C I L I T I E S & L O C A T I O N S

The Guitar Workshop Plus scholarship fund is made possible by the generous support of the following companies: Godin, Roland, Sennheiser, Fishman, D’Addario, Evans, LR Baggs, AER, and Guitar Workshop Plus. These companies value music education and support the Guitar Workshop Plus program so that students of all ages and backgrounds have the opportunity to attend our program and study with some of the finest musicians and educators in the music industry.

A limited number of full and partial scholarships for all instruments are available. Awards are based on musicianship, reference letters, and financial need. All scholarship applications must be postmarked by April 30, 2018 and applicants will be notified no later than May 31, 2018 if they have received a scholarship. Scholarship applicants must follow the application process and payment schedule outlined on the Guitar Workshop Plus application form.

Applicants who are awarded scholarships will be refunded the value of the scholarship. If for any reason a recipient is unable to accept the scholarship or attend, Guitar Workshop Plus must be notified in writing by June 17, 2018.

To be considered for a scholarship award, applicants must send the following materials:

• Completed scholarship application

• Completed Guitar Workshop Plus application form along with payment

• Letter of intent stating musical interests, musical goals, and reasons for seeking a scholarship

• CD demo including two songs (clearly labeled and not more than 10 minutes in length)

• Two letters of reference (teachers, employers, etc.)


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