Reno, NV

Rick Sparks is equally at home playing banjo, guitar, mandolin, dobro and pedal steel guitar, and singing either lead or harmony. He has developed a reputation as an outstanding teacher on all of his instruments, with over 30 students currently under his wing in his home base of Reno, NV — as well as traveling throughout the west and southwest presenting Wernick Method jam camps.
“Great class, Great fun!”
“Rick got us to make music together by the end of the first class–it seemed miraculous to me.”
“Rick is so patient and generous with his time and expertise.”
“Rick did a superb job of teaching a mixed group of mostly beginners (I am one) and intermediate musicians to jam.”
“You know how to put people at ease!”
“Rick’s gentle yet persuasive nature is perfect for managing a jam class.”
“The most balanced class/workshop I have ever attended, with the right amount of teaching, playing, and material covered.”
“Our group “final” really showcased how everyone had improved and how much fun we all had.”
“It was a very positive experience that fully met my expectations.”
“I am learning a lot and most importantly having a good time. The instructor and assistant are enjoyable and patient which creates an atmosphere conducive to learning.”
Rick’s Camps
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Pensacola
FL
Bluegrass Jamming Workshops
Walnut Valley Festival
(Online)
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Abingdon
VA
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Austin
TX
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Peoria
IL
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Abingdon
VA
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Glendale
CA
Bluegrass Jam Class
Pickerington
OH
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Myrtle Beach
SC
Bluegrass Jamp Camp
Big Bear Lake
CA
Bluegrass Jam Camp
St. Louis
MO
Bluegrass Jam Class
Wind Gap
PA
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Susanville
CA
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Blacksburg
SC
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Paris
Bluegrass Jam Class
Appleton
WI
Bluegrass Jam Class
Merrill
OR
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Abingdon
VA
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Phillip Island
Victoria
Pete Wernick’s Banjo Camp
Woodland Park
CO
Bluegrass Jam Class
Parsons
WV
Pete Wernick’s Silver Bay, NY Bluegrass Camp
Silver Bay
NY
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Kelowna
British Columbia
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Bristol/Abingdon
VA
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Contoocook
NH
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Boomer
NC
Pete Wernick’s Merlefest Bluegrass Camp
Boomer
NC
Bluegrass Jam Class
Flagstaff
AZ
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Maggie Valley
NC
Bluegrass Jam Class
Raleigh
NC
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Abingdon
VA
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Abingdon
VA
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Labasheeda
County Clare
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Monteagle
TN
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Phoenix
AZ
Bluegrass Jam Camp
Melbourne
FL