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You ask and Alpha delivers!! The events keep coming.
There's something for every one and more are being added all the time...
So check back often!!
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| The Alpha Music Guitar 101 Class |
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Having trouble learning how to play your new guitar?
Bring it to
Alpha Music for Guitar 101. |
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The 2nd Saturday
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Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall |
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January 10th, 10:00 am |
| Learn the very basics of your instrument from our
staff of trained musicians as they help you enjoy music in a laid back,
comfortable and fun environment. From electric to acoustic, from any
manufacturer, bought from any music store; any and all guitars are welcome.
Alpha Music invites everyone to come learn with us. |
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| You'll learn tech tips on tuning and maintaining your guitar as well as the basic mechanics of your instrument from Alpha Music's in house staff. Instructors will be on hand to answer questions about one on one private in store lessons to accelerate your playing skill level. Also get a free evaluation of your instrument from Alpha's skilled guitar techs. This workshop is completely free and open to the public. |
| Please note that this month's meeting and next month's meeting will be at 10:00 am, so that we may bring you even more interesting events. |
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Please e-mail or contact us for more information. |
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| The Alpha Music Guitar 201 Class |
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| When: |
The 2nd Saturday
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| Where: |
Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall |
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January 10th, 11:00 am |
| You've mastered everything we threw at you in Guitar 101 and now you say "Is that all you got?" Well, absolutely not! We're going to help you take it to the next level with Guitar 201. Over the past four months, Adam covered basic scales, chords, patterns, Strumming techniques and basic improvisation. Over the next 7 months, he will dive a little deeper into scales with the study of modes. |
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First Class "Ionian Mode" - Saturday, January 9th
Second Class "Dorian Mode" - Saturday, February 14th
Third Class "Phrygian Mode" - Saturday, March 14th
Fourth Class "Lydian Mode" - Saturday, April 11th
Fifth Class "Mixolydian Mode" - Saturday, May 9th
Sixth Class "Aeolian Mode" - Saturday, June 13th
Seventh Class "Locrian Mode" - Saturday, July 11th
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| Can't make them all? That's OK. Each class, though somewhat cumulative, has been structered to "stand alone", so come as often as you can! |
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Please e-mail or contact us for more information. |
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| The Alpha Music Drum Set 101 Class - Get in the groove!! |
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| When: |
The 3rd Saturday
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Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall |
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January 17th, 10:00am |
| Learn the drum set basics: |
| What makes a kit? What do the pieces do? How do you tune drums?
Why are there so many snares? Which heads to buy? What should I add to my kit?
What's a double bass pedal? How many cymbals do I need? |
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Next Meeting's topic:
To be announced
Add this event to your calendar!
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Please e-mail or
contact us for more information. |
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| The Alpha Drum Circle - The Drum Circle returns!!!! |
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| When: |
The 3rd Saturday
of every month |
| Where: |
Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall |
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January 17th, 1:00pm |
Held in Alpha Music's spacious live performance hall,
this drum circle is an event for all ages and skill levels. Come to practice,
come to learn, come to relieve a little stress at the end of a long work
week!
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| Hosted By: Alpha Music's own Ron Prescott |
Bring your drums and let's have some fun! |
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Please e-mail or
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| The Alpha Music Bass Club & Bass 101 Join forces! The 4th Saturday of every 3rd month! |
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| When: |
The 4th Saturday of
every 3rd month |
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Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall |
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January 24th at 11:00 am |
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the innovator, Alpha Music is proud to bring something
much-needed to the area. Announcing the Alpha
BassPlayer Club (or ABC for short)! This is
an informal collaboration of local bassists and bass
enthusiasts, where all styles of music and playing are
welcomed and encouraged. The intention is to provide a
friendly, supportive |
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| environment where bassists of all styles and backgrounds and
styles can come together to talk, study, learn, and discuss
in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. We're inviting all
players to join up with other pioneers of the deep end to
encourage growth in the bass community.
Upcoming meetings will include visits from factory reps,
gear giveaways, clinics, and more! |
Next meeting:
The January 24th 2009 ABC meeting will merge with Bass 101 at a NEW TIME! We have decide to bring back the BASS CIRCLE. Bring your bass and jam with other bass players and a LIVE drummer. We will kick off the meeting with pictures and information from the Fender Factory Tour ( BassBash 2008 ) then Bass 101 with Damien Wade and Scott Bannevich. Then Bass Circle.
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Mark your calendars for this free event,
open to the public. |
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Please e-mail or
contact us for more information. |
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| The Alpha Music Bass 101 Class |
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| When: |
The 4th Saturday
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| Where: |
Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall |
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January 24th 11 am |
| Got some questions on what to do next with your bass playing? Get the answers at Alpha Music's free Bass 101 class! Held on the 4th Saturday of every month, you'll get answers to your questions, you'll get expert advice on tuning and maintaining your instrument and much more! |
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Bass 101 is open to all levels of musicians so bring your bass and all your questions. This workshop is completely free and open to the public.
Hosted By: Alpha Music's own Damien Wade (Click here for more on Damien)
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Please e-mail or contact us for more information. |
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| The Alpha Music Monthly Bluegrass Jam |
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| When: |
The 1st Saturday
of every month |
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Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall |
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February 7th, 1 - 4 pm |
| Bring your favorite guitar, banjo, mandolin or anything else you feel like pickin' and
get ready to have some fun!!! This is an event for everyone,
regardless of skill level. |
Another free event brought to you by...
Alpha Music |
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Please e-mail or contact us for more information. |
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