Long & McQuade University - Halifax, Bedford, Dartmouth, NS
BEDFORD: 1717 Bedford Hwy - 902.496.6960
Inquiries and Registration: Kevin Durning at [email protected]
Saturday, March 12 | 1:30pm
Beginner Ukulele with Peter Davison
The name Ukulele means “the gift that came here” - so we invite you to “come here” for the “gift” of instruction on this traditional Hawaiian instrument. This clinic will feature a performance by Peter Davison and information about the types of ukuleles as well as how to use and maintain them. Bring your own ukulele if you have one!
Wednesday, March 16 | 6:30pm
Guitar Maintenance with Doug Sampson
Doug will be addressing fundamentals such as guitar stringing, working with locking tremolo systems, string gauges, set-up and intonation. He will also discuss environmental impacts on the guitar, including telltale signs of dryness through the winter months, the effects of home heating and various approaches to humidification.
DARTMOUTH: 124 Main St - 902.496.6996
Inquiries and Registration: Wayne Hunt at [email protected]
Saturday, March 12 | 1pm
Low Brass Tone for Beginners with Jason Giles
Jason will demonstrate how to achieve a good tone on your instrument, while discussing breathing technique, range, and pitching issues.
Saturday, March 19 | 1pm
Exploring World Groove Techniques and Applications for the Modern Drum Set with Patrick Murphy
Patrick will demonstrate various techniques used in Latin, Brazilian, and Afro Cuban music, by breaking them down and applying them to a modern drum kit.
HALIFAX: 6065 Cunard St - 902.496.6900
Inquiries and Registration: John Parker at [email protected]
Thursday, March 3 | 7pm
DJ Basics with Devin Smith
Join Devin as he discusses and demonstrates all that is needed to get starting with DJing – including gear, setup, mixing techniques, genres and performance.
Saturday, March 12 | 2pm
The Keys to Becoming a Successful Instrumentalist with Curtis Dietz
Trumpeter Curtis Dietz will help set you on the path to a career in music! He will discuss effective practice, overcoming obstacles in your playing, changes in the music world and more. As well as teaching at the Long & McQuade lesson centre, Curtis is currently on the faculty at Acadia University and is a Bach/Steinway performing artist.
Monday, March 21 | 7pm
PA 101 with Darren Butt
This seminar will focus on the basics of live sound operation from the source to the speakers, and will cover all of the essentials required for creating great sounding performances. Darren is Yorkville Sound’s Pro Audio Specialist and has been working in the industry for over 10 years setting up, operating and consulting on audio systems for audiences from 100 to 10,000 people.
