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JAM-uary at the Ashokan

January 15, 2027 – January 17, 2027

Taught by Austin Scelzo using the Wernick Method

Ashokan, NY

The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd, Olivebridge NY 12461

Friday 7:30-9:00pm; Saturday, 9:30am-6:00pm; Sunday 9:30am-4:00pm

Tuition: $250

Assisted by: Scott Hopkins (banjo) and Christian Apuzzo (guitar)

$55 discount for the next
6 bass players and 6 banjo players who register!

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Ukuleles Are Full!

Join the waitlist; space may open up.

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$10 off if you register by December 11; $50 deposit holds your spot; 50% refundable for cancellations more than one month in advance.

As soon as you register you’ll receive our Student Prep Guide with links to our 116 Bluegrass Jam Favorites Playlists. A digital copy of our JAM Songbook will be emailed shortly thereafter, and you’ll also get a hard copy of the book at your class if you don’t already have one.

Meals and lodging must be reserved directly through the Ashokan Center. Check back for a link.

Hidden note for Leslie: use this language and in bod directly through the Ashokan Center via this form (even for off-site participants).

Austin Scelzo (Danbury, CT) was classically trained and studied fiddle at Mark O’Connor’s String Camps, and over time learned all the bluegrass instruments. During four years as a middle school music teacher, he performed in bluegrass bands and taught bluegrass in-person and online. Austin now performs with respected veterans The Rock Hearts and the Americana quartet On the Trail, teaches jam camps and has created groundbreaking instruction materials including a popular harmony singing app. He was named Connecticut Arts Hero and nominated for Mentor of the Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association. In 2025, he received the IBMA Industry Involvement Award.

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“Austin is a gifted musician, teacher and just all around good guy.”

“Austin was a fabulous teacher. He was able to help everyone in the class, with all their levels of expertise.”

“I learned more from 30 minutes of observing your class than my 12 years of public school music education.”

“Austin was able to help those who weren’t as advanced as others in the group. His help showed success by the last meeting when we sound like a real bluegrass group! Loved it.”

“A dedicated and enthusiastic teacher.”
“The atmosphere among all of us was very collaborative, supportive and fun, and Austin did a super job of setting that tone and keeping up a strong pace of learning at the same time.”
“Austin is a great teacher with a real passion for the music. It made for a joyous experience, and I look forward to future jams and classes. Thanks for doing what you do!”
“Austin’s enthusiasm and love of the music always came through as he led the class. We all came away with a clear sense of jamming protocols and how to lead songs.”

The Ashokan Center

477 Beaverkill Rd.
Ashokan, NY 12461 United States + Google Map
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Tuition: $250

$10 off through Dec 11. $50 deposit holds your spot; 50% refundable for cancellations more than one month in advance. You will be sent the full set of of student materials as soon as you register.

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