Basic Classes and Camps | Level 2 Classes and Camps | |
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Qualifications | Ability to change chords smoothly between G, C, D, A (fiddlers and bass players: know which notes go with which chords) | Experience with bluegrass jamming; able to play in more than one key; able to follow guitar chord changes; willing/able to lead songs; know chord number system and jam etiquette |
Tempos | 60-95 beats/minute | Ranging over 100 beats/minute |
Singing | Please try! Some principles of harmony will be taught | Singing, more or less “in pitch”, is expected; harmony singing taught to those who can learn and usually “hold” a harmony part |
Performing | No performing expected | Performance opportunity (expected but optional); some performance coaching; extra coaching available for bands |
Night Activities (Camps) | Attendance welcome at all nighttime activities | Open to participate in open mic and bluegrass karaoke |
Other | Intermediates welcome, and given added challenges |