Phil Campbell

If you already play bluegrass chords and maybe a few bass runs, then you know enough to start playing lead. You will build on what you already know to learn how to create leads the authentic country way. Technically, it is simple as lifting one finger and putting it down on the next string over. In this workshop, you will learn how to perform that simple process with style and musicality. We may listen to recorded examples and analyze what makes them great. There are no rules, but there are rules of thumb and you will learn the best of these. The workshop is aimed mostly at intermediate players, but beginners and even advanced players should find something of interest.

Phil Campbell first played bluegrass as a teenager in Cincinnati in the 1970s. He is currently a professional musician and music teacher in Palo Alto. In the last 20 years, he has played in bluegrass bands The Grass Menagerie, Batteries Not Included, Jammin' Salmon, Mr. Banjo, and many others. He loves to teach, loves to jam and loves to perform. He currently performs with Hobbyhorse and Clear Mountain Blue. He recently co-founded RadioGuitar.com, an internet radio station devoted to acoustic, instrumental guitar music. More information is available on these websites:

www.PhilCampbell.com
www.RadioGuitar.com
www.HobbyhorseCafe.com