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Level 2 Jam with the Pros Camp
Sep 27 – Sep 29
CANCELED
Sorry to say, this class has been canceled. See our listing of other classes.
See also these two camps just before and just after this one at the same location:
Sep 25-27 and Oct 3-5.
Taught by Larry Kernagis using the Wernick Method
Maggie Valley, NC
Creekside Lodge, 2716 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751
Sunday 5:00-9:00pm; Monday 9:00am-4:00pm; Tuesday 9:00am-2:00pm
Tuition: $450
$100 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.
All students should reserve their rooms at Creekside Lodge immediately after registering by calling 828-926-1301. Ask for the special Jam Camp discount.
“Jam with the Pros” Level 2 Bluegrass Camp with Nu-Blu!
This “Level 2” camp combines the Wernick Method approach to bluegrass teamwork with the expertise and involvement of the award-winning professional bluegrass group, Nu-Blu. With small group jams with “the pros”, breakout sessions by instrument, and individual instruction, experienced jammers will take advantage of a rare opportunity to play shoulder-to-shoulder with people who do it for a living — a dive into rhythmic cohesion, drive, clarity, and technique variations, all based on bluegrass-style rhythm. Developed by popular Wernick Method teacher Larry Kernagis and Nu-Blu, this camp offers you the unique experience of being like a band member, so that you can “FEEL” the difference in the rhythm, not just hear i
The teaching is structured around the concept of playing with the proper rhythm and how that relates to your instrument and the others in the jam, as well as vocals and phrasing. You will learn the subtle differences and a pinpoint approach to each instrument and its role in the total sound of a song.
Includes special concert at the end of the event. Don’t miss this chance to “Jam with the Pros” — sign up and “Let’s Pick!” Contact Larry for more info.
Larry Kernagis (Mt. Juliet, TN) was raised during the folk revival era of the 60s, cutting his chops on Flatt & Scruggs and the Kingston Trio. Eventually, he became a banjo instructor at the famed Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago. Larry has led bluegrass jams at festivals across the country for the past 30 years. He now employs his banjo, guitar and vocal skills entertaining with “greengrass” Celtic group Def Leprechaun.
“Larry was an excellent instructor. Patient and kind, he brought the music to life and gave me the tools to do the same.”
“When I was young I was a classically trained violinist, but Larry taught me to play music with the other half of my brain…It’s been a great experience.”
“Teaching style was perfect. Was able to shift gears to help the advanced and newbies alike.”
“There were lots of returnees like me–that’s the best testament of the value of the program and how much people are liking Larry and Cindy doing the programs.”
“Larry Kernagis is a true educator. He understands the motivational and instructional needs of an adult learner.”
Nu-Blu Teaching During “Jam with the Pros” Camps
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Tuition: $450
$100 deposit holds your spot; 50% refundable for cancellations more than one month in advance. You will be sent the full set of student materials as soon as you register.
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