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RESOSUMMIT 2010 WORKSHOP LIST (BY TEACHER) Mike RESOSUMMIT 2010 WORKSHOP LIST (BY TEACHER) Mike Auldridge Decoding Mike Auldridge (co-taught by Mike Auldridge and Jimmy Heffernan) For the first time in the ResoSummit's "Decoding..." series, we'll have the subject present and participating. When Mike Auldridge began playing with The Seldom Scene in 1971, and particularly with the release of his first solo CD, Dobro, he single-handedly transformed the sound of the dobro for all time. We'll explore that sound in detail in this workshop: how Mike's signature sound evolved, from the early influence of Josh Graves through his history with the Seldom Scene and beyond; the nuts and bolts of what he played, and why, focusing on some classic Scene numbers (Muddy Waters; Wait a Minute) as well as examples from his solo work (It's Over; New Camptown Races); Mike's approach to intros and solos; and the philosophy, techniques and methodology of Mike's approach to the dobro. This class is not size-limited, and will have lots of demo and Q&A; it will not include hands-on playing by participants. Two sessions: one geared toward low- and high-intermediates, and one geared toward advanced + high-intermedidate. New Eight-String and Six-String Swing (co-taught with Cindy Cashdollar) Approaches to Swing Music, with Mike Auldridge on the 8-String Dobro and Cindy on 6-String. Hi-Int.+Adv. A longer, 2-hour workshop that should allow more time for hands-on participation. New Please note that Mike's Station Inn performance with Darren Beachley & Legends of the Potomac has been moved to Friday evening. Paul Beard The Nuts & Bolts of the Instrument Master luthier Paul Beard will teach you the nuts and bolts of the resonator guitar, addressing set-up, care & maintenance issues, and answering your questions. All levels. This will be offered twice: as a workshop, and during Friday's optional activities hour. Greg Booth ResoSummit veteran & volunteer Greg Booth, of the Kathy Kallick Band, will teach these two workshops: EBDGBD Tuning Take your dobro playing to another level by simply lowering one string. Discover a whole new palette of sounds to choose from to make your playing unique and pleasing to the ear. Some demonstration, some playing, Q & A, and lots of tab of songs from Greg's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/user/aksliderdobro Open to intermediate and above. Arranging a song for the dobro: how to make it more interesting Some songs sound great played simply with 2 or 3 chords. Other songs lend themselves to a more complex treatment. Page 1 of 9 This class will look at ways to incorporate more interesting and imaginative chords and voicings that can make an arrangement unique and special. We'll start with Danny Boy played simply in standard G tuning and figure out ways to harmonize the melody beyond just a few predictable chords. We'll look at applying this to other songs, Tennessee Waltz for example, and see what happens! Open to high intermediate and advanced; students should understand basic theory: what makes a chord, a progression, 1,4,5 etc. Some demonstration, lots of playing. Cindy Cashdollar Backing up a Vocalist (with Jim Hurst, vocals & guitar) How to back up a vocalist tastefully and creatively. This class will help you build solid skills and creative approaches to this key role for the dobro. Lots of hands-on participation & critique. Low-intermediates (beginners okay). Eight-String and Six-String Swing (co-taught with Mike Auldridge) Swing Music Workshop, with Mike Auldridge on the 8-String Dobro and Cindy on 6-String. A longer, 2-hour workshop that should allow more time for hands-on participation. High-Intermediates +Advanced. New Playing with a Fiddler "Playing well with others" is a useful skill - no more so than when it comes to playing with a fiddler. When these two "slidey" instruments play together, the result can be a train wreck or pure magic, and with this workshop, you'll have the tools to avoid the wrecks and work toward magic. Cindy will focus on rhythm and interplay, keen listening, and intonation, along with working up twin parts. High- and low-intermediates. New Lap Steel Demo (to be scheduled during the “optional activities” hour on Saturday). With Michael Witcher, and with assistance from Greg Booth. New Kim Gardner Approaches to Bluegrass Focus on creative, rock-solid approaches to playing bluegrass with Kim Gardner of Larry Cordle and Lonesome Standard Time. Kim will draw on his wealth of experience with the Lonesome River Band, Ronnie Bowman, the Country Gentlemen, Dale Ann Bradley, and others to help you make your bluegrass playing as creative and dynamic as possible. Offered in separate Advanced, HI, and LI sessions. Andy Hall Technique Boot Camp Take a close look at your left hand and right hand, and focus on perfecting the fundamentals that are esential to clean, fast playing and great tone and technique. Offered in separate LI and HI sessions. Fiddle Tunes on the Dobro Learn approaches to playing fiddle tunes on the Dobro. Offered in separate LI, HI and Adv. sessions; the advanced class will focus on improvisational approaches Page 2 of 9 to fiddle tunes. Straight-Ahead Bluegrass Focus on traditional bluegrass tunes. Offered in separate LI, HI and Adv sessions. earn approaches to playing fiddle tunes on the Dobro. Offered in separate LI, HI and Adv. sessions; the advanced class will focus on improvisational approaches to fiddle tunes. Solo Dobro Performance Arranging songs to be performed on solo dobro or Weiseenborn (without accompaniment), with some attention to the D tuning that Andy often uses for solo works. Offered in the longer, 2-hour workshop session on Sunday. HI + Adv. - Master Class Open only to participants registered in the VA group. Playing Rhythm: Techniques & Approaches With Rob Ickes; an optional activies hour session. Different Voices on the Dobro: An Hour with Sally Van Meter, Andy Hall & Kim Gardner An optional activities hour session. Demonstration and discussion focusing on developing a distinctive voice on the dobro, with lots of Q&A. All questions are welcomed! Jimmy Heffernan Decoding Mike Auldridge (co-taught by Mike Auldridge and Jimmy Heffernan) For the first time in the ResoSummit's "Decoding..." series, we'll have the subject present and participating. When Mike Auldridge began playing with The Seldom Scene in 1971, and particularly with the release of his first solo CD, Dobro, he single-handedly transformed the sound of the dobro for all time. We'll explore that sound in detail in this workshop: how Mike's signature sound evolved, from the early influence of Josh Graves through his history with the Seldom Scene and beyond; the nuts and bolts of what he played, and why, focusing on some classic Scene numbers (Muddy Waters; Wait a Minute) as well as examples from his solo work (It's Over; New Camptown Races); Mike's approach to intros and solos; and the philosophy, techniques and methodology of Mike's approach to the dobro. This class is not size-limited, and will have lots of demo and Q&A; it will not include hands-on playing by participants. Two sessions: one geared toward low- and high-intermediates, and one geared toward advanced + high-intermedidate. New Improvisation for Intermediate Players This workshop focuses on strategies for improvising, working with materials provided in advance as a springboard for this highly interactive class, including individual critique to help identify and fix problems and enhance your improvisational skills. If you plan to sign up for this class, you are urged to learn the basic version of Fireball Mail provided by tab and mp3 file in advance of ResoSummit. Separate sessions for LI and HI, plus one longer session for all intermediates. (advance materials are available here under Heffernan's name at left) Playing in Minor Keys Strategies for playing in minor keys; demos, discussion, and lots of Page 3 of 9 hands-on participation. Separate sessions for LI & HI. Decoding Josh Graves Study Uncle Josh's technique and signature licks by focusing on selected signature Josh Graves tunes. Offered in LI and HI sessions. What Am I Doing Wrong? In this highly-participatory class, Jimmy will work with you to identify problem areas in your playing, and areas for improvement, and help you find ways to resolve those problems and ratchet-up your playing. Bring your questions! Intermediates. Rob Ickes A Contemporary Approach to Slants Finding slants in different string combinations and using them to open up your options for new harmonies. Playing slants cleanly and with solid intonation. Incorporating slants in a more contemporary sound. Demo, discussion and some hands-on playing. Session #1: Intermediates. Session #2: Adv./VA only. New Backing up a Vocalist (with Jim Hurst, vocals & guitar) How to back up a vocalist tastefully and creatively. This class for high- and low-intermediates will help you build solid skills and creative approaches to this key role for the dobro. Lots of hands-on participation & critique. Jazz Standards (High-Intermediate Session) Examining some great jazz melodies and applying them to the Dobro, with a focus on chords, improvising, and rhythm. This class will focus on two songs: Stars Fell on Alabama [from Rob’s Mel Bay DVD+CD, Contemporary Dobro Artistry] and Song for My Father [from Road Song]. Mostly demo and discussion, with some (but limited) hands-on playing. High-intermediate and above. New Jazz Standards (Advanced Session) Examining some great jazz melodies and applying them to the Dobro, with a focus on chords, improvising, and rhythm. This class will focus on two songs:September Song and Lullaby of Birdland [from Rob’s Mel Bay DVD+CD, Contemporary Dobro Artistry] .
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