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Alan Epstein

Glens Falls, NY

Alan Epstein has played mandolin and sung in bluegrass bands in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and New York since the 1970s. A certified Wernick Method jam teacher since 2012, he has taught at camps around the country and hosts jam classes in New York state. Alan excels at helping students master both mandolin and bluegrass fundamentals, giving them the confidence to enjoy a broad range of musical experiences.

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“Alan is a fantastic instructor!”
“Alan was confident, relaxed, encouraging. Couldn’t ask for better!”
“Alan clearly has lots of experience working with beginners and his love of the music comes through in his classes.”
“Alan has great skill in using individual student’s capabilities as a tool to help everyone progress. He provides constant feedback on progress and techniques, and provides practice suggestions to improve playing abilities.”
“Alan is an awesome teacher. He provides encouragement, patience and the freedom to make mistakes in learning, and a judgement free zone.”
“Alan has such a great manner in his presentation and explanation. He pushes to get the most out of everybody.”
Today

Weekly Jam Class (Tue)

Glens Falls, NY (private residence) Glens Falls

Calling All Pickers!
You'll be sent student materials as soon as you register.

  • Learn to jam with people like you
  • Hands-on instruction: rhythm, lead, harmony singing
  • Learn standard bluegrass repertoire and etiquette
  • Friendly, encouraging, knowledgeable teaching
  • Intermediates welcome, given extra challenges
  • Only requirement: play G, C, D, A chords (or matching notes on fiddle or bass