Long & McQuade Learning Series - Halifax, NS

Saturday, March 14 | 2:00pm

Introduction to Violin and Fiddle
With Anthony Rissesco

Join Halifax's own violin expert Anthony Rissesco for this interactive workshop on all things violin and fiddle. Discussing the history of the instrument, how it works, and what you'll need to get started, Anthony will guide you through and demystify one of the east coast's most prevalent musical instruments.            

Anthony Rissesco is a versatile violin player and teacher who tours regularly with award-winning singer-songwriter Lennie Gallant and with roots-rock band Pogey. As a member of the neo-traditional trio Papilio, Anthony has garnered ECMA and Nova Scotia Music Awards nominations.

 

Saturday, March 21 | 2:00pm

DJ Basics
With Brandon Skeete

Topics will include:

• What hardware and software you need to get started
• Skills to practice
• Building libraries
• Creating edits
• Beat matching
• Song selection
• Crowd reading

In addition, Brandon will talk about the history of DJing and where it's going today.     

Brandon Skeete, AKA Skeeter-B, is an open format DJ who has been on the Halifax scene since 2014. He's performed at bars, clubs, sporting events, and everything from dance performances to battles.

 

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