Appalachian Music Class
A relaxed group class explores Appalachian and Celtic fiddle tunes across fiddle, guitar, banjo, mandolin, cello, and bass. Practice melodies, accompaniment, and communal jamming in Bluegrass, Old Time, blues, and ragtime traditions.
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Players follow rotating old-time musicians through traditional tunes, learning by playing in a moderate-paced acoustic jam designed for participation, skill-building, and connection among Asheville’s folk music community.
Players follow rotating old-time musicians through traditional tunes, learning by playing in a moderate-paced acoustic jam designed for participation, skill-building, and connection among Asheville’s folk music community.
Players follow rotating old-time musicians through traditional tunes, learning by playing in a moderate-paced acoustic jam designed for participation, skill-building, and connection among Asheville’s folk music community.
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Learn basic ukulele playing in a welcoming, hands-on lesson, then stay for an optional community jam. Free instruction and limited instrument checkout make this accessible to ages 12 and up.
Learn basic ukulele playing in a welcoming, hands-on lesson, then stay for an optional community jam. Free instruction and limited instrument checkout make this accessible to ages 12 and up.
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