Adv. Mandolin -waitlist
In this class we will work to improve your playing in all aspects of bluegrass mandolin. We will focus on everything from creating a strong rhythmic chop, to clean single note fiddle tune style playing, to double stops that work well in bluegrass songs. The three T’s will be emphasized – Tone, Timing, and technique.
We will also add to your repertoire by learning some bluegrass standards like Bill Monroe’s Cheyenne and Bluegrass Breakdown, David Grisman’s Dawg’s Bull, as well as some of my originals. Improvisation will be explored as well.
Prerequisites: Students should be able to play a few fiddle tunes at a moderate tempo.
Bring: A recording device is recommended.
John Reischman
John Reischman is renowned for his exquisite taste, tone, and impeccable musicianship. He is one of the acoustic world's top-ranked mandolin players and composers, and is a Vancouver-based, veteran artist. His mastery of the instrument is showcased today in the powerful bluegrass band John Reischman and the Jaybirds and his melodic Latin/jazz instrumental duo with highly regarded acoustic guitar stylist John Miller.
A familiar figure at bluegrass, folk, and jazz festivals, John is also a highly-regarded workshop leader and participates in music camps (including NimbleFingers!) and workshops throughout North America and England.
