Long & McQuade Learning Series - Gravenhurst, ON

Saturday, March 4 | 1pm
Learn How to Loop
with Stephen McPhail (B.Sc., B.A.)

Beginner to intermediate instruction on basic looping, including Learn how to setup grooves for soloing Set up song arrangements Pro tips on using your looper

Stephen is a full time professional musician, music teacher and studio musician with over 30 years of experience. He has appeared as a vocalist and guitarist on several recording projects and performed with several prominent Canadian recording and touring acts.

Tuesday, March 14 | 4pm
Getting Started with Home Recording
with Mark Doucette   

Learn how you can start writing, recording, and producing music at home! This clinic will teach you all the basics of home recording, from connecting a microphone to your computer, to programming your first drum beat. The first half of the clinic will focus on setting up a home studio, while the second half will demonstrate how to record vocals, guitars, and more.

Mark is a musician and producer from Gravenhurst. He has released two full length albums, blending elements of electronic music with alternative rock.

Saturday, March 18 | 2pm
Know Your Fretboard, Know Your Music
with Rob Tardik

Join multi-award-winning musician and educator Rob Tardik as he discusses everything from fretboard learning strategies, chops building, harmony and soloing approaches, to sound business advice to get your music heard in this ever-changing landscape! If it’s time to take your guitar playing to the next level, take this opportunity to learn from Rob, as he will demonstrate techniques and real-world theory that allow for greater expression and creativity in your playing. Whether you’re just starting out or have many years of playing under your belt, knowing your fretboard is a skill that will boost your confidence when improvising and creating new music.         
 
Wednesday, March 29 | 6pm
The Les Paul Story: the Man and the Guitar
with Shawn Crockard

A multimedia presentation about Les Paul and the guitar that bears his name. Presented by Shawn Crockard of Yorkville Sound.  

Shawn has been in music sales for 30 years, representing such brands as Gibson, Epiphone, Fender, Ernie Ball and many more.   

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Registration & inquiries may be sent to the store at [email protected]