Peach Bottom Fiddle Camp ~ August 18

Paul Anastasio -
A versatile violinist/fiddler and considered one of the foremost authorities on Joe Venuti's swinging approach to jazz violin. Paul also worked with some of the top Western Swing/Country bands. A music historian and authority of Mexico's Tierra Caliente music Paul brings a vast collection of styles with him to share.

Shane Cook -
Shane rates at the top of the short list of the finest fiddlers in the world today", says the Canadian Fiddlers' Hall of Fame. Shane is a master of several fiddle styles including Canadian Old-Time, Scottish, French-Canadian and Texas-style.

Matt Combs -
a versatile performer, instrumentalist, writer, producer, and teacher, Matt has worked with some of the best names in country, bluegrass, and old-time music. His deep understanding of music has led him to the Head of Fiddle Dept of Vanderbilt's Blair School of Music.

Peach Bottom Farm Fiddle & Strings Camp June 12 – 15, 2012 • Home
2012 INSTRUCTORS: click on names for information
Paul Anastasio - A versatile violinist/fiddler and considered one of the foremost authorities on Joe Venuti's swinging approach to jazz violin. Paul also worked with some of the top Western Swing/Country bands. A music historian and authority of Mexico's Tierra Caliente music Paul brings a vast collection of styles with him to share. Shane Cook - Shane rates at the top of the short list of the finest fiddlers in the world today", says the Canadian Fiddlers' Hall of Fame. Shane is a master of several fiddle styles including Canadian Old-Time, Scottish, French-Canadian and Texas-style. Matt Combs - a versatile performer, instrumentalist, writer, producer, and teacher, Matt has worked with some of the best names in country, bluegrass, and old-time music. His deep understanding of music has led him to the Head of Fiddle Dept of Vanderbilt's Blair School of Music.		Stanley Widener Classically trained Multi-genre instrumentalist, Stanley is a fantastically patient and gifted teacher. Brian Grim The legendary Albert Hash taught tunes to the likes of Bruce Molsky and our very own BRIAN GRIM. The "real deal" in mountain string music. Shane Cook said of Brian, "one of the most powerful fiddlers I've seen"! Brandon Davis garnishing many wins in guitar, Brandon's students brag on his fun and engaging teaching style. Kyle Dean Smith teaching B.G. Banjo & Guitar , You can hear Kyle on April Verch's latest C.D. "That's How We Run"
Previous Instructors: Steve Barr, Daniel Carwile & Amy Carwile, Tristan Clarridge, Jerry Correll, Scott Freeman, Judy Hyman, Steve Kilby, Jamie Laval, Steve Lewis, April Verch, Sandra Wong
A rare opportunity to experience Appalachia, its Music & Heritage while receiving intensive and fun-ﬁlled music instruction by our staff of local, National & World Class professional instructors. Bring your favorite stringed instrument, (we're not just for ﬁddle), and/or dancing shoes. All ages and levels of motivated strings players welcome. You'll have ample opportunity to interact with outstanding teaching staff, while immersed in the heart of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. INSTRUCTION includes theory, technique, improvisation, note reading, good practice habits, improving tone and intonation as well as new repertoire. STYLES taught may include; Appalachian Old Time, Bluegrass, Canadian Old Time, Old-Time, Contest-style, Irish, Scottish, Jazz and Swing. BANJO, FIDDLE, GUITAR, MANDOLIN, BASS SCHEDULE includes; ﬁve hours instruction per day, a Ceilidh/Barn Party/ Bar-B-Que, concert by instructors, an evening(s) at local "CROOKED ROAD" destination(s) to Jam, and other "surprises". Three healthy home-cooked meals, snacks & drinks are included each day. ACCOMMODATIONS include reserved off-site R.V. camping, on-site primitive cabins shared vacation rentals, local hotel, bed & breakfast's or local host families, depending on your needs &/or budget. REGISTRATION: Information
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