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| Keeping it Simple: The Art of Bluegrass Rhythm Guitar By Phil Campbell |
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If you can play basic G, C and D chords, then you meet the prerequisite to play bluegrass rhythm guitar. You will learn about flatpicks, capos, basic strum patterns, bass runs and tricks for remembering songs. You will learn how to play even the simplest guitar parts with style and musicality. We may listen to recorded examples and analyze what makes them great. Most of all, you will learn the role and goals of rhythm guitar and how to approach music like a bluegrass player. Players of all levels from beginner to advanced will find something of interest in this workshop. 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 |
