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Weekend Jam Camp

June 23, 2023 – June 25, 2023 EDT

IMPORTANT!

This camp has been canceled.

See Gilbert’s Camp in Charlotte During the Same Weekend

Taught by Gilbert Nelson using the Wernick Method

Blacksburg, SC at Kings Mountain State Park

1277 Park Rd., Blacksburg SC 29702

Friday and Saturday 10am-6pm; Sunday 10am-4pm

Tuition: $350

Lunch included on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. $100 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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Assisted by Leigh Nelson

In addition to regional hotels (~20 minutes away) tent and RV camping are available at Kings Mountain State Park. Students staying at KMSP are encouraged to coordinate with Leigh Nelson.

Gilbert Nelson

Leigh Nelson

Boiling Springs, SC

Gilbert Nelson has been a regular on the jam scene for 30 years, with a passion for jamming, performing and teaching a variety of instruments. Gilbert’s teaching is action packed and always encouraging, emphasizing fun and success, providing a safe and supportive learning environment while still finding ways to stretch comfort zones and bring students to a higher level of musical maturity. Gilbert leads his own band “The Jam Town Grass” as well as coaching other groups in musicianship and stagecraft.

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“You can see the passion that he has for both teaching and playing music. Very friendly, very welcoming and very knowledgeable.”
“I highly recommend the class and would do it again in a heart beat.”
“Thanks for the help and confidence I received, letting me feel I could do this.”
“He made everyone feel welcome and important to the success of the group.”
“Gilbert and Leigh, you have empowered me this weekend . . . I’ll have you to thank the rest of my life.”
“You’ve given a 58 year-old guy with no ‘ear’ who started with music less than 2 years ago, the belief that I can reach my dream of being able to play music with other people!”
“Gilbert has a fabulous touch and a way to bring a true beginner up to and over their comfort zone.”
“Jamming with Gilbert is one of life’s real pleasures. I’ve never met anyone so positive and interested in others’ success. He makes learning fun.”

Kings Mountain State Park

1277 Park Rd
Blacksburg, SC 29702 United States + Google Map
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Tuition: $350

Lunch included on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. $100 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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