Nov 18                 Chris Proctor

6:00 p.m. Workshop ($12 per person - includes concert)

7:00 p.m. Concert ($8 per person)

Private lessons ($120/hr-can share with up to four people)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

reservations required - please contact the studio at 972 832-1646

On Wednesday, November 18th Chris Proctor will be in town to teach and perform at the Bevel House in McKinney. He will be teaching a beginner/intermediate fingerstyle guitar workshop which will be immediately followed by a concert.  In addition, Chris will be available for one hour private lessons ($120, which can be split by up to four people).

Reservations are required and space is limited so make your plans early and don’t miss this opportunity.

Critics call Chris Proctor's guitar playing "breathtaking," "haunting," and "rich."  They describe his compositions as "spectacular," "elegant," and "exquisite."  They trace the roots of his style to folk, jazz, pop, and classical music, and, when all else fails, they try and categorize his playing as "baroque folk."  The guitar press compares him to Leo Kottke and Michael Hedges.  Another reviewer ventures this analysis: "In his taut, faceted compositions, Chris gives the guitar sole responsibility for a piece's rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic components, and in the process creates full-voiced 'guitar songs.'  His playing illuminates the instrument's deepest voices and most sonorous qualities, rendering a pop-folk equivalent of the classical guitar sonata."  Visit his website here.

 

 

 

 

Aug 20-23           Guitar-Fest McKinney

 

Guitar-Fest McKinney provides opportunities to study in group or private settings with Carlo Pezzimenti (classical guitar), Chris DeRose (jazz guitar), Mark Hanson (Grammy Winning Fingerstyle guitarist), Doug Smith (Grammy Winning Fingerstyle guitarist) and John Wynn.  Classes will be held at MPAC and at McKinney Guitar Studio.  The five workshops during this event are $15 per person and will be 50 minutes each.

 

Private lessons begin on Thursday at 10AM and continue throughout the weekend.  Cost is $120 per hour and may be split by up to 4 people.  Contact McKinney Guitar Studio at 972 832-1646 to schedule a private lesson.

 

There will be a concert associated with this event on Saturday night , August 22^nd, 8pm at the MPAC. Admission is $40 per person at the door. If you register for all of workshops admission to the concert is $25.  Call the ticket office at 214-544-4630 or simply register online and you'll be contacted via email about your concert ticket(s).

Workshop registration:

https://tickets.mckinneyperformingartscenter.org/TheatreManager/1/login&event=267

Concert tickets:

https://tickets.mckinneyperformingartscenter.org/TheatreManager/1/tmEvent/tmEvent268.html

Artist Interviews:

click here

 

           

                           

                      

Guitar-Fest Workshops

Fingerstyle Techniques - Aug 20, 10AM

John Wynn’s class will focus on building better fingerstyle techniques using short studies from his “Fingerstyle Sketches “ series, and arrangements of popular tunes.

Classical Master Class - Aug 20, 11AM

Carlo Pezzimenti will be conducting a master class that will focus on the role of technique as it relates to creating music that is artistic with a strong emphasis on imagination.  Study skills that will help achieve that end will also be discussed.  Students are encouraged to prepare one or two pieces to perform from any period of the repertoire.

There will be a question and answer time where anyone in the audience is encouraged to participate.

Jazz Improvisation for Guitar - Aug 20, 12PM

Chris DeRose will be teaching  students how to create jazz guitar solos over chord progressions.

Class Outline

Understanding Jazz/pop Harmony

Root/color tone voicing's

Diatonic chords

Unlocking the Fingerboard: Identifying Chord/Scale Relationships

Diatonic scale patterns

Finding the key areas in a tune

Putting It All Together: Participation

Soloing

Questions and Answers

Duo Workshop - Two 50 Minute Workshops Included - Aug 20, 1PM

 

Grammy winners Doug Smith and Mark Hanson are offering a joint fingerstyle guitar workshop.  They will share their considerable insight into fingerstyle technique, musicality, solo and ensemble playing, arranging, composing and improvising.  There will be tab/notation for select original pieces, and questions from attendees are gladly answered.

 

 

Jul-18                 John Wynn and Nathan Brown Concert

8:00 p.m. ($15 per person)

Dulaney House at Chestnut Square

315 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Dulaney House is located at the corner of Anthony and Chestnut Street.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

registration is required - please contact the studio at 972 832-1646

Nathan Brown is a is a poet, musician, photographer, or problem... depending on who's talking :)  He has published five books of poetry and has worked as a professional songwriter and musician for fifteen years in and around Oklahoma City, Nashville, and Austin. He has also performed in Israel and Russia, and worked with artists like Cynthia Clawson, Billy Crockett, Michael Johnson, and Tom Wopat... as well as recently opening for Jimmy LaFave. He's recorded five of his own albums.

 

            

 

 

 

Jun-20                 John Wynn and Chris DeRose Concert

8:00 p.m. ($10 per person)

Dulaney House at Chestnut Square

315 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Dulaney House is located at the corner of Anthony and Chestnut Street.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

registration is required - please contact the studio at 972 832-1646

Join John and Chris DeRose for an evening of pop favorites, jazz, and original music.

 

 

Jun-13                 Beatles for Guitar Ensemble Workshop with John Wynn

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ($25 per person)

McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC)

111 N. Tennessee Street

McKinney, TX 75069

registration is required - please contact the studio at 972 832-1646

John will be teaching five famous Beatles songs:

	All My Loving
	Eight Days a Week
	Norwegian Wood
	Nowhere Man
	Yellow Submarine.

Students should be able to read music and need to bring an acoustic guitar. All materials will be provided.

           

 

Jun 8-12               Summer Guitar Camp

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Monday through Friday ($100 per person)

McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC)

111 N. Tennessee Street

McKinney 75069

registration is required - please contact the studio at 972 832-1646

John is hosting a Summer Guitar Camp which last all week (June 8-12).  The camp is open to all levels of students. Everything from the basic rudiments of music through playing chords, scales and simple arrangements of songs will be covered.  Camp supplies are included but bring your acoustic guitar.

 

 

 

Sat - May 16        Muriel Anderson Workshop and Concert

2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Workshop ($25 per person)

8:00 p.m. Concert ($15 per person - $10 for Workshop Attendees)

Dulaney House at Chestnut Square

315 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Dulaney House is located at the corner of Anthony and Chestnut Street.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

registration is required - please contact the studio at 972 832-1646

 

Muriel Anderson will be joining John for a workshop featuring her new book ”Building Arrangements from the Ground Up.”   They will also be showcasing a fantastic trio arrangement of “Day Tripper” by the Beatles!   Admission is $25 per student BUT everyone will get two sets of GHS strings!  Workshop is from 2-4 PM.

 

In the evening, Muriel and John will give a concert at the Dulaney House, their first chance to play together in over 10 years!  Doors open at 7:30.  Admission is $15 for the concert and $10 for those who participate in the workshop that day. The Dulaney House is known for it's very intimate setting. Seating is limited (36 people) so get your spots ahead of time.

 

 

 

May-9                   Fingerstyle Guitar Workshop with John Wynn

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ($25 per person)

McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC)

111 N. Tennessee Street

McKinney, TX 75069

registration is required - please contact the studio at 972 832-1646

John will present an Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitar Workshop that includes music theory, chords, scales, strumming and fingerpicking patterns.  All materials are included. For more information contact the studio at 972.832.1646 or email john@johnwynn.com.

             

 

 

Apr-25                  Small Group Classes with John Wynn

Three class offerings on Saturday ($30 per person)

10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

McKinney Guitar Studio
103 E. Virginia Suite 105
McKinney, TX 75069

registration is required - please contact the studio at 972 832-1646

John has added Small Group Classes to his teaching offerings.   These classes focus on “playing skills” in an ensemble setting and are limited to four students per class.  All materials are included.

 

 

Sat - Apr 11         Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitar Workshops

10-11:30 a.m. Beginner Workshop ($25 per person)

12-1:30 p.m. Intermediate Workshop ($25 per person)

McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC)

111 N. Tennessee Street

McKinney 75069

registration is required - please contact the studio at 972 832-1646

John is hosting two Fingerstyle Guitar Workshops at the McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC).  The first will be geared toward beginners who have little or no experience with the guitar.

Recommended age for the class is seven and older. Topics will include music theory, tuning, reading notes, tablature, chords and much more. Students should bring an acoustic guitar. Fee includes workshop booklet and registration is required.

 

The intermediate workshop will cover many of the same topics with more emphasis on chords and scales plus playing some fingerstyle arrangements. It is geared toward students with more experience. Recommended age for the students is twelve and older. Students should bring an acoustic guitar. The time for the intermediate workshop is 12noon -1:30 pm. Fee includes workshop booklet and registration is required.

 

Fri - Mar 13          Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitar Workshop

7:00 p.m. ($15 per person)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

reservations required - please contact the studio at 972 832-1646

This workshop covers a very broad range of the most essential elements necessary for all levels of guitarists. Worksheets, written graphs, or other illustrations will be provided for all topics which the students may take home for further study.

Workshop Outline

1. Discussion about tone and its characteristics

2. Simple counting exercises

3. Fingerpicking on open strings

4. Chords using one left hand finger

5. Learning about musical intervals on the fretboard

6. Introducing the musical alphabet

7. The fretboard positions of the musical alphabet

8. Chords using two left hand fingers

9. Note symbols and values

10. The Musical staff and its parts

11. Notes with extended values

12. Rest symbols and values

13. Introducing and reading the notes on all six strings

14. Learning scale patterns

15. The “Major” scales on all six strings

16. Learning the chords in guitar friendly keys

17. Learning twelve strumming patterns

18. Reading seven studies for guitar in standard notation and tablature

 

Fri - Feb 13          John Wynn and Iris Leu

7:30 (doors open at 7:00)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

Singer /songwriter Iris Leu will be performing with John.  She has just completed a new CD of original music and John has been looking forward to performing with her for a long time!  A donation of $10 is suggested.  Please call the studio to reserve a seat.

 

 

Fri - Jan 9           John Wynn and Mack Price

featuring Sydney Price

Friday, Jan 9 at 7:30 (doors open at 7:00)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

Many of you have already seen and heard Mack Price at work and know this show will be fun. Having Sydney to add some great vocals will be very special.  A donation of $10 is suggested.  Please call the studio to save a seat.

 

Sun - Dec 12        John Wynn

noon to 4:00 p.m.

Allen Premium Outlet Mall (Food Court - Outside)

820 W. Stacy Road  Allen, TX

214-726-0777

Take a break from Holiday shopping - grab a bite to eat at the food court and listen to John play some sounds of the season!  www.premiumoutlets.com/allen  

 

 

Past McKinney Guitar Studio Events 2008

Sat - Nov 29         John Wynn

6:30 p.m.  to 9:30 p.m.

The Lavender House

207 E. Virginia, McKinney, TX

214-726-0777

Join John for dinner music at a great McKinney restaurant - The Lavender House.  www.lavenderhousetearoom.com.  Call the restaurant for reservations.

 

 

Fri - Nov 28         Friday After Thanksgiving Concert

featuring Beth Wood, Roland Elbert, Mack Price and John Wynn

Friday, Nov 28 at 7:30 (doors open at 7:00)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

A very special evening with John's friends Beth Wood, Roland Elbert, and Mack Price.  They have been playing playing together and working on projects since John opened his guitar studio in McKinney in 2000 and you can count on a fun performance!  This is a free Birthday concert for someone that will be performing - and it's not Beth, Roland or Mack :)  The dessert will be OVER THE TOP - and music will be good too!  Please invite friends, family and neighbors to this festive night.  Just let the studio know so appropriate plans can be made.

          

 

Sun - Nov 16        John Wynn

2:00 to 4:00 p.m. (This one is FREE)

Lone Star Wine Cellars

103 east Virginia @ Kentucky Street downtown McKinney

972-547-WINE (9463)

 

Sat - Nov 15         John Wynn

6:30 p.m.  to 9:30 p.m.

The Lavender House

207 E. Virginia, McKinney, TX

214-726-0777

Join John for dinner music at a great McKinney restaurant - The Lavender House.  www.lavenderhousetearoom.com.  Call the restaurant for reservations.

 

 

Sat - Nov 8          Doug Smith/John Wynn Workshop

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ($20 per person)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

reservations required - please contact the studio

This guitar workshop  will be focused on John's new Fingerstyle Sketches books which are about to be released.  Doug, Roland Elbert, and Chris DeRose have all had a part in editing. The books are in groups of 35-40 studies by key and there are a total of 250 studies. This translates into about 8 books, which will be sold for about $12 per book.

What is unique about this series is that many of the studies mirror excerpts from songs. This way a student can take a difficult song and learn an approach to dissecting it into “sketches’’ which may help in the overall study process. The styles included in the series vary from simple alternating bass with an easy melody to more complex rhythm figures, cascading scales, alternate tunings, blues and much more. John has many students already using a fair portion of the studies now.

In addition, studies in Holiday music will be covered.

 

Fri - Nov 7              Around the Square Concert Series - Encore Performance!

featuring John Wynn and Doug Smith

Around the Square Concert Series

John has developed a relationship with one of the best venues in McKinney.  The “little houses” at Chestnut Square are perfect, intimate spaces in which to showcase the incredible music John brings to this community.  John has done two series at this location, one at the Dulaney House and one at the Bevel House.  Chestnut Square has many cultural and historical events throughout the year and is an integral part of old downtown McKinney.

All proceeds from the 'Around the Square Concert Series' benefit the ‘Outreach through Music’ Scholarship Fund.

For more information about the concert or to purchase tickets, please call the McKinney Guitar Studio at (972) 562-3993

Tickets are $10 per person (includes dessert)

Friday, Nov 7 at 7:30 (doors open at 7:00)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Bevel House is located at the corner of Chestnut Street and Bevoe.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

Doug Smith is a nationally recognized acoustic guitarist who weaves together folk, classical, jazz and contemporary forms into a unique, flowing fingerpicking style recalling the playing of Chet Atkins, Leo Kottke, Michael Hedges, and Alex de Grassi.

Doug's music has been heard on radio and T.V. stations throughout the country, including The Discovery Channel, CNN, TNN, ESPN, and Encore. He also played guitar on the soundtracks for the recent movies "Moll Flanders" and "Twister".

Doug Smith is a well traveled performer, serving as the opening act for such musicians as Liz Story, David Lanz, Strunz & Farah, and Richard Elliot, as well as performing solo in various venues and festivals around the country.  He's also an accomplished vocalist, including music from David Wilcox, Dan Fogelberg, Gordon Lightfoot and Richard Thompson.

 

Sat - Nov 1           John Wynn

6:30 p.m.  to 9:30 p.m.

The Lavender House

207 E. Virginia, McKinney, TX

214-726-0777

Join John for dinner music at a great McKinney restaurant - The Lavender House.  www.lavenderhousetearoom.com.  Call the restaurant for reservations.

 

 

Fri - Oct 24              Around the Square Concert Series - Fall Series

 featuring Bob Bennett and John Wynn

Around the Square Concert Series

John has developed a relationship with one of the best venues in McKinney.  The “little houses” at Chestnut Square are perfect, intimate spaces in which to showcase the incredible music John brings to this community.  John has done two series at this location, one at the Dulaney House and one at the Bevel House.  Chestnut Square has many cultural and historical events throughout the year and is an integral part of old downtown McKinney.

All proceeds from the 'Around the Square Concert Series' benefit the ‘Outreach through Music’ Scholarship Fund.

For more information about the concert or to purchase tickets, please call the McKinney Guitar Studio at (972) 562-3993

Suggested Donation - $10 per person (includes dessert)

Friday, Oct 24 at 7:30 (doors open at 7:00)

Dulaney House at Chestnut Square

315 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Dulaney House is located at the corner of Anthony and Chestnut Street.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

Many of you may have heard Bob Bennett's music over the years on KLTY radio. He is a wonderful performer and will be joining John for a show on Friday, October 24^th at the Dulaney House (across the street from the Bevel house) on Chestnut Square. Seating is limited to approximately 36 people in this house so it will be an intimate show. Bob will have his cd’s available. Check out his website : http://www.bob-bennett.com/.

 

 

Fri - Aug 1           Edgar Cruz

7:30 p.m. - Concert ($10 per person) doors open at 7:00 p.m.

call the studio for reservations

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Bevel House is located at the corner of Chestnut Street and Bevoe.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

Each year Edgar Cruz performs over 200 concerts and has played throughout America, Europe and South America.  He has been a headliner at The Chet Atkins Festival in Nashville, TN since 1995 and is a strong icon at most festivals in Oklahoma including Festival of the Arts, Paseo Festival, Sunfest, Global Oklahoma and more. Those who have witnessed Cruz’s performance immediately become entranced at the precision, speed and complexity with which his fingers strike the strings of his guitar to create a symphony of sound unusual to just one instrument.  Cruz offers an incredible live repertoire of “The Greatest Hits of the Guitar”. Malagueña, Classical Gas, Bohemian Rhapsody, In the Mood, Dueling Banjos, Hotel California, A Classical Medley, Latin favorites and Medleys On the Fly are just a few examples.  Audience participation, clapping, singing, dancing, snapping, “oles and yee-haws” are all encouraged.  Sixteen CDs and 2 DVDs are currently available.  They cover moods from Latin, Classical, International, Rock, Jazz, Mariachi, Romantic, Christmas and originals.  Future works include a Live Video and more of the fore mentioned.

Edgar has been named the Oklahoma’s Top Performing Artist and/or Acoustic Guitarist for over ten years by the Oklahoma Gazette.  He has received numerous civic acknowledgments for his contributions to various charitable events. He also performs for a wide variety of bookings including Concerts, Festivals, Weddings, Receptions, Banquets, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Schools, Churches, Conventions, Fiestas, Memorials, Masterclasses, Lessons, Restaurants or any special occasion.  Edgar holds a Bachelor of Music in Guitar Performance from Oklahoma City University.

 

 

Sat - June 14       John Wynn and Doug Smith

7:00 - 10:00 p.m. (This is FREE)

Laura Moore Fine Art Studios

129 South Tennessee Street, suite 101

McKinney, Texas

This is a free show and will be just a fun night of jamming, food and drink with John and Doug.  Doug will also be teaching a Fingerstyle Beatles class earlier in the day and offering some private lessons. Call or email the studio for more details.

Fri - Jun 13             Around the Square Concert Series - Season Finale

featuring John Wynn and Doug Smith

Around the Square Concert Series

John has developed a relationship with one of the best venues in McKinney.  The “little houses” at Chestnut Square are perfect, intimate spaces in which to showcase the incredible music John brings to this community.  John has done two series at this location, one at the Dulaney House and one at the Bevel House.  Chestnut Square has many cultural and historical events throughout the year and is an integral part of old downtown McKinney.

All proceeds from the 'Around the Square Concert Series' benefit the ‘Outreach through Music’ Scholarship Fund.

For more information about the concert or to purchase tickets, please call the McKinney Guitar Studio at (972) 562-3993

Tickets are $20 per person (includes dessert)

Friday, June 13 at 7:30 (doors open at 7:00)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Bevel House is located at the corner of Chestnut Street and Bevoe.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

Doug Smith is a nationally recognized acoustic guitarist who weaves together folk, classical, jazz and contemporary forms into a unique, flowing fingerpicking style recalling the playing of Chet Atkins, Leo Kottke, Michael Hedges, and Alex de Grassi.

Doug's music has been heard on radio and T.V. stations throughout the country, including The Discovery Channel, CNN, TNN, ESPN, and Encore. He also played guitar on the soundtracks for the recent movies "Moll Flanders" and "Twister".

Doug Smith is a well traveled performer, serving as the opening act for such musicians as Liz Story, David Lanz, Strunz & Farah, and Richard Elliot, as well as performing solo in various venues and festivals around the country.  He's also an accomplished vocalist, including music from David Wilcox, Dan Fogelberg, Gordon Lightfoot and Richard Thompson.

Fri Jun 6              John Wynn and Beth Wood

9:00 to 10:00 p.m. Tickets are $15

Yoga Balance Studio

213 N. Kentucky Street

McKinney, Texas

972.832.5864 • map

The evening will feature John Wynn and special guest guitarist/vocalist Beth Wood.  Seating is limited to 40 people so reservations are recommended - includes refreshments.  People can call the studio to reserve their seats.

 

Fri - May 9             Around the Square Concert Series

featuring Michael Dailey

Classical Guitarist Michael Dailey is featured for this concert series event. 

All proceeds from the 'Around the Square Concert Series' benefit the ‘Outreach through Music’ Scholarship Fund.

For more information about the concert or to purchase tickets, please call the McKinney Guitar Studio at (972) 562-3993

Tickets are $20 per person (includes dessert)

Friday, May 9 at 7:30 (doors open at 7:00)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Bevel House is located at the corner of Chestnut Street and Bevoe.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

Sat - Apr 12         Mark Hanson Workshops and private lessons!

10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. ($30 per session - attend both for $50)

please contact the studio for a private lesson with Mark ($120/hr)

McKinney Guitar Studio
103 E. Virginia Suite 105
McKinney, TX 75069

Fingerstyle guitarist Mark Hanson has authored nearly 30 books and videos on acoustic guitar, many published by his company Accent On Music.  He regularly presents concerts and master classes, including the annual Accent On Music Guitar Seminar in Portland, Oregon.  Mark has shared the stage with such luminaries as John Renbourn, Laurence Juber, Alex de Grassi, Pat Kirtley, and the late Jerry Garcia.  Mark’s commercial recordings include "Power of Two," an instrumental duet album released in 2001 with guitar master Doug Smith.

Mark’s music is heard regularly on syndicated radio and television programs such as "Martha Stewart Living" and National Public Radio’s "Echoes."  He regularly performs on NPR’s "West Coast Live."  In the late ‘80s, Mark was an editor and columnist at Frets Magazine.  Among others, his interview subjects included James Taylor, David Crosby, Larry Carlton, Jorma Kaukonen, Roger McGuinn, and Leo Kottke. Mark’s writings and music appear regularly in such magazines as Acoustic Guitar and Fingerstyle Guitar.

Mark and his wife Greta Pedersen founded Accent On Music in 1985 to produce high-quality educational books, CDs, and videos for guitarists.  Included in its catalog are an in-depth teaching book on Paul Simon’s guitar style, two book/CD publications on the music of fingerstyle virtuoso Leo Kottke, and the best-selling Complete Book of Alternate Tunings.  Other topics include Mark Hanson’s  Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar and Flute & Guitar, plus accompaniment and solo “Travis” picking books, slide guitar, 12-string guitar, and a variety of Christmas titles.

 

 

Fri - Apr 11             Around the Square Concert Series

featuring John Wynn and Mark Hanson

John will be joining Mark Hanson  for this concert series event.  McKinney Guitar Studio is pleased to have Mark in town for this event and two guitar workshops on Saturday, April 12.  See below for information on Mark and concert and workshop details.

All proceeds from the 'Around the Square Concert Series' benefit the ‘Outreach through Music’ Scholarship Fund.

For more information about the concert or to purchase tickets, please call the McKinney Guitar Studio at (972) 562-3993

Tickets are $20 per person (includes dessert)

Friday, April 11 at 7:30 (doors open at 7:00)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Bevel House is located at the corner of Chestnut Street and Bevoe.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

 

Fri - Mar 14            Around the Square Concert Series

                               featuring John Wynn and String Fever

‘String Fever’ is an ever-changing group of individuals that plays an eclectic mix of acoustic folk, and blues music.  Joining John for this series is Terry Hankins and Beth Wood.

For more information about the concert or to make reservations, please call the McKinney Guitar Studio at (972) 562-3993

Please note that the normal ticket price of $20 per person (includes dessert) has been waived for the March Concerts.  Donations will be accepted, however, and all proceeds benefit the ‘Outreach through Music’ Scholarship Fund.

Friday, March 14 at 7:30 (doors open at 7:00)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Bevel House is located at the corner of Chestnut Street and Bevoe.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

 

Sat - Mar 8          John Wynn and String Fever+

7:30 p.m.

Yoga Balance Studio

213 N. Kentucky Street

McKinney, Texas

972.832.5864 • map

The evening will feature John Wynn and String Fever with special guest guitarist/vocalist Beth Wood.  Seating is limited to 40 people so reservations are recommended.  People can call the studio to reserve their seats.

Sun - Feb 10        John Wynn and Mack Price - Valentine's Yoga

4:00 - 6:30 p.m. ($35 registration and pre-payment is required)

Yoga Balance Studio

213 N. Kentucky Street

McKinney, Texas

972.832.5864 • map

Yoga Balance Studio will celebrate the message of love and connection with a deep stretch yoga class including a few partner stretches and meditation. Wine and chocolate will complete the evening as we experience the joy of yoga and one another. John Wynn will also be on hand with his beautiful guitar arrangements.

 

 

Sat - Feb 9          John Wynn and String Fever

7:30 p.m. (free dinner music)

La Misha

113 N. Kentucky Street

McKinney, TX 75069

469-361-1400

Come join us at La Misha February 9^th and March 8^th at 7:30pm for music with John Wynn and String Fever with a special guest vocalist.

Sat - Feb 8              Around the Square Concert Series

featuring John Wynn and String Fever

‘String Fever’ is an ever-changing group of individuals that plays an eclectic mix of acoustic folk, and blues music.  Joining John for this series is Mack Price and Terry Hankins.

For more information about the concert or to make reservations, please call the McKinney Guitar Studio at (972) 562-3993

Please note that the normal ticket price of $20 per person (includes dessert) has been waived for the February and March Concerts.  Donations will be accepted, however, and all proceeds benefit the ‘Outreach through Music’ Scholarship Fund.

Friday, February 8 at 7:30 (doors open at 7:00)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Bevel House is located at the corner of Chestnut Street and Anthony Street.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

Sat - Jan 12          John Wynn and String Fever+

7:00 - 10:00 p.m. (This is FREE)

Laura Moore Fine Art Studios

129 South Tennessee Street, suite 101

McKinney, Texas

In addition to the String Fever Regulars, Mack Price and Terry Hankins will be joining the group for a great night of music!  Don't miss it!!!

Around the Square Concert Series

featuring John Wynn and String Fever

January 11 - FREE CONCERT!

John is kicking off the the 2008 Around the Square Concert Series with a free concert on January 11.

‘String Fever’ is an ever-changing group of individuals that plays an eclectic mix of acoustic folk, and blues music.  Joining John for this series is Mack Price , Terry Hankins, and a special appearance by Sydney Price. 

All proceeds from the 'Around the Square Concert Series' benefit the ‘Outreach through Music’ Scholarship Fund.

For more information about the concert or to purchase tickets, please call the McKinney Guitar Studio at (972) 562-3993

Friday, January 11 at 7:30 (doors open at 7:00)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Bevel House is located at the corner of Chestnut Street and Anthony Street.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

 

Past McKinney Guitar Studio Concerts 2007

Sat - Dec 22         John Wynn Private Christmas Party

7:00 p.m.

Laura Moore Fine Art Studios

129 South Tennessee Street, suite 101

McKinney, Texas

Christmas party featuring Mack and Sydney Price and others.

 

Sat - Dec 14         Beth Wood

Bring in the Holidays with a Concert at Chestnut Square

Monica Issitt

John Wynn’s ‘Around the Square’ Concert Series continues with a seasonal flair on Friday, December 14^th.  For those who have followed this series, the Folk Holiday Performance with Beth Wood is sure to delight, as acoustic guitar playing at its finest will be showcased within the cozy venue of the Bevel House.

Beth Wood is a native of Lubbock, but like any folk singer worth their salt, she has traveled and lived in several other places prior to calling Arlington her current home.  While growing up in Lubbock, Beth became well versed in piano, violin, harp, and voice, and then took these talents to Brevard College in North Carolina to continue a more intensified study of music.  She eventually landed in the Austin music scene, another “must” for many musicians, where she taught herself not only guitar, but bravery, as she ditched her day job and returned to the inspiring beauty of North Carolina to go after a music career with full-time commitment.  After creating quite a stir in the Asheville songwriter’s community, she has returned to us, where we can be proud to call her one of this area’s best female singer/songwriters, as she totes an impressive list of awards and contest winnings.

Having played in McKinney before, once at a performance in Wynn’s old studio and once with poet, Nathan Brown, during a previous ‘Around the Square’ series, Beth is looking forward to being welcomed back to this charming new blip on the Dallas area music scene.

Beth is excited to be a part of the music in McKinney and she gives John Wynn credit for bringing some of that music to us and for “bringing music to life for his students, who will, hopefully, continue to keep music going in this area.”  Beth understands the commitment John has for his students, and that this concert series helps him to continue his important work here.

Make sure that between the shopping, wrapping, baking, and eating, your family leaves a place for music in their holiday revelry, and come and share a piece of the season with these two exceptional performers.

For more information on Beth Wood’s music, visit www.bethwoodmusic.com

All proceeds from the 'Around the Square Concert Series' benefit the ‘Outreach through Music’ Scholarship Fund.

For more information about the concert or to purchase tickets, please call the McKinney Guitar Studio at (972) 562-3993

Tickets are $20 per person (includes dessert)

Friday, December 14th at 7:30 (doors open at 7:00)

Bevel House at Chestnut Square

405 S. Chestnut

McKinney 75069

The Bevel House is located at the corner of Chestnut Street and Anthony Street.
Just south of the downtown McKinney Square.  Click here for map.

Around the Square Concert Series

December 14 - Beth Wood

 

Sat - Dec 8          John Wynn and String Fever+

7:00 - 10:00 p.m. (This is FREE)

Laura Moore Fine Art Studios

129 South Tennessee Street, suite 101

McKinney, Texas

In addition to the String Fever Regulars, Mack Price and Terry Hankins will be joining the group for a great night of music!  Don't miss it!!!

 

Sat - Nov 24         John Wynn and Students

10:00 am. to 6:00 pm. (This is FREE)

John and McKinney Guitar Studio students will perform at the studio during McKinney's Dickens of a Christmas.

The Dickens event in downtown McKinney recreates an old fashioned, Victorian Christmas complete with horse drawn carriages, carolers, Santa Claus, the Christmas tree lighting ceremony and activities for all ages. Holiday shoppers may choose from more than 100 boutiques, art galleries, bookstores, specialty shops and antique stores located around the downtown square.

 

Fri - Nov 9           Around the Square Concert Series

7:30 p.m.  ($20 per person)

Bevel House at 405 South Chestnut

McKinney, Texas

"Around the Square" concerts are on the second Friday of each month.  Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the shows start at 7:30.  Desserts are included.

November 9 - Lynn Adler and Roland Elbert

Lynn Adler lives in a lakeside cabin in the beautiful East Texas Piney Woods, blending her life as a writer with that of a performing songwriter.  In 2002 she traded her big city life in Dallas for a considerably more rural one, where she pursues her writing and her music full-time.  Lynn’s passion for hearing and telling others’ stories comes through in her music, as she enjoys the literary-musical balance in her life.  She has released solo recordings and is a two-time New Folk semifinalist of the Kerrville Folk Festival.

 

 

Sun - Oct 28        John Wynn

4:00 p.m. (This one is FREE)

Yoga Balance Studio
Historic Downtown McKinney
213 N. Kentucky St McKinney, TX 75069
 

Sat - Oct 27        John Wynn

7:30 p.m. (This one is FREE)

Lone Star Wine Cellar

103 east Virginia @ Kentucky Street downtown McKinney

 

Fri - Oct 19         John Wynn and Terry Hankins

5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (This one is FREE)

                                    Chestnut Square

                                     McKinney, Texas

Mini "Octoberfest" will feature John Wynn, Terry Hankins and several students.

 

Sat - Oct 13         John Wynn

7:00 p.m. (This one is FREE)

Laura Moore Fine Art Studios

129 South Tennessee Street, suite 101

McKinney, Texas

Fri - Oct 12          Miguel Antonio

7:30 p.m.  ($20 per person)

Bevel House at 405 South Chestnut

McKinney, Texas

Around The Square Concerts presents Miguel Antonio, a night of Flamenco.  Desserts are included.

 

Fri - Oct 5            John Wynn

7:30 p.m. (This one is FREE)

Coffee and Cream

120 W Louisiana Street
McKinney, TX 75069

Tel: 972-542-6767

 

Sat - Sep 29        John Wynn

7:30 p.m. (This one is FREE)

Lone Star Wine Cellar

103 east Virginia @ Kentucky Street downtown McKinney

 

Sat - Sep 22        John Wynn

7:30 (This one is FREE)

Lone Star Wine Cellar

103 east Virginia @ Kentucky Street downtown McKinney

Fri - Sep 14         John Wynn

7:30 p.m.  ($20 per person)

Bevel House at 405 South Chestnut

McKinney, Texas

“An evening celebrating the music of James Taylor”, featuring Noel Kerns and John Wynn.  Doors open at 7pm. Proceeds benefit “Outreach Through Music”.

 

Past McKinney Guitar Studio Concerts 2006

Click here to view concert invitation letter.

Past McKinney Guitar Studio Concerts 2005

James Taylor Night
featuring John Wynn and Tony Hakim

Saturday, November 26th, 7:30 pm

Heard Craig Hall

306 N. Church Street (in the historic downtown district)
McKinney, Texas

Tickets $15.00

Reserve Your Tickets Today By Calling (972) 562-3993

This wonderful concert event coincides with McKinney's renown Dickens of a Christmas event held from Friday, November 25th through Sunday, November 27th.


 

John will be performing his annual "Post Thanksgiving" Concert at the Penn Farm in Cedar Hill State Park.  Joining him will be String Fever featuring Gerald Jones (banjo, mandolin, fiddle, and guitar), Roland Elbert (keyboard), John Adams (upright bass) and Tony Hakim (vocals).  The group is known for performing a broad musical pallet including folk, pop, Latin, Celtic, and gypsy styles of music.

This concert is free (with paid park admission) and open to the public.  Click here for park information and directions.

Nov 4                   John Knowles

4:00 to 10:00 PM - Small Group Classes (1 Hour Classes for Beginner and Intermediate Students $25)

The McKinney Guitar Studio is proud to present John Knowles for lessons, a workshop, and a concert!   John is a guitarist, composer, and teacher.  He has worked with Nashville’s finest guitarists including Chet Atkins, Jerry Reed and Lenny Breau.  His music has been recorded by Chet Atkins, Jerry Reed, Liona Boyd, the Romero Family, James Galway, Raffi and XUXA.  His work has earned a Grammy and two Emmy nominations.

Nov 5                   John Knowles

4:00 to 8:00 PM - Small Group Classes (1 Hour Classes for Beginner and Intermediate Students $25)

8:00 PM - Small Group Class (2 Hour Class for Advanced Students $50)

Nov    6                John Knowles

10:00 AM to 1:00 PM - Small Group Classes (1 Hour Classes for Beginner and Intermediate Students $25)

3:00 PM - 2 Hour Workshop $30

7:30 PM - Concert $15

Nov 13                 Carlo Pezzimenti and Robert Guthrie

Check back for time and location.

May 14                 Chris Proctor

7:30 p.m.   Concert  $8 ($5 for students)

Critics call Chris Proctor's guitar playing "breathtaking," "haunting," and "rich."  They describe his compositions as "spectacular," "elegant," and "exquisite."  They trace the roots of his style to folk, jazz, pop, and classical music, and, when all else fails, they try and categorize his playing as "baroque folk."  The guitar press compares him to Leo Kottke and Michael Hedges.  Another reviewer ventures this analysis: "In his taut, faceted compositions, Chris gives the guitar sole responsibility for a piece's rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic components, and in the process creates full-voiced 'guitar songs.'  His playing illuminates the instrument's deepest voices and most sonorous qualities, rendering a pop-folk equivalent of the classical guitar sonata."  Visit his website here.

May 2                  Steve James

Blues singer/ guitarist Steve James will be making his second visit to the studio.  This legendary singer/guitarist/historian will absolutely dazzle you with his authentic presentations of the many facets of "the blues".  Not only is Steve a rare performer, he is also a gifted teacher.  Do not miss this chance to learn some of Steve's techniques in his workshop.  Many of his books, interviews, and articles have been published by well known guitar enthusiast magazines.

Mar 20                 Guitar Workshop for Beginners

Have a guitar and don't know what to do with it?  Always wanted to play guitar but don't know how to get started?  If so, then this workshop is for you.

The McKinney Guitar Studio will host a free guitar workshop that includes the care and tuning of the guitar, reading music, learning to make chords, and many other interesting aspects of being a good musician.

Seating is limited and reservations are required.  Please contact the studio to reserve a spot at 972 562-3993 or mckinneyguitar@sbcglobal.net

Mar 19                 Gerald Jones and John Wynn

Gerald Jones (mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle) and John will give a special concert for the McKinney Guitar Studio students.  This is a free concert for enrolled students 18 and under and includes pizza and soft drinks.

Mar 5                   John Wynn and John Adams

John Wynn and John Adams will be in concert at the McKinney Guitar Studio.  The evening's concert will feature brand new arrangements of some timeless standards, a blend of classical pieces featuring works written by contemporary Mexican composer Ernesto Garcia de Leon, as well as 19th century Spanish composer Fernando Sor.  You will also hear some familiar standards that  "String Fever" is noted for in it's performances.

In addition to the performance, each couple will receive a CD recording of the evening's concert.  Please call the studio at 972 562-3993 for reservations.

Past McKinney Guitar Studio Concerts 2003

Nov 29                 John Wynn "Post Thanksgiving" Concert

2:00 - 3:30 p.m.  Concert

Penn Farm Agricultural History Center
972 291-6641

Cedar Hill State Park

1570 F.M. 1382
Cedar Hill TX 75104
972 291-3900

 

John will be performing his annual "Post Thanksgiving" Concert at the Penn Farm in Cedar Hill State Park.   Joining him will be Gerald Jones, Lee Tomboulian, and John Adams.  In addition,  Jim "Texas Shorty" Chancellor, a world renowned fiddle player, will playing with the group.  He has quite a performance record - click here for more details.

T.J. Atwood will be performing as the opening act. He is 17 years old, a veteran student at McKinney Guitar Studio, and a wonderful musician.  He will start playing selected classical pieces at about 1:45 pm.

This concert is free (with paid park admission) and open to the public.  Click here for park information and directions.

 

Nov 9                   String Fever

7:00 p.m.  (This one is FREE)

John Wynn’s STRING FEVER will be in concert at McKinney Guitar Studio. 

 

The concert will feature Gerald Jones (mandolin, violin, banjo, guitar and maybe a few other odds and ends), Lee Tomboulian (keyboard), Lou Harlas (upright bass) and John (guitar).  Like all of the STRING FEVER concerts you can expect a good time!

 

Oct 11                  John Wynn and John Adams

7:30 p.m.  Concert

John Wynn and John Adams will be performing a free concert at McKinney Guitar Studio.  Please call the studio for reservations.

 

Sept 27                Carlo Pezzimenti

5:30 p.m.  Lecture/Master Class $10  (free for those attending concert)

7:30 p.m.  Concert $15

McKinney Guitar Studio will present world renowned classical guitarist Carlo Pezzimenti in concert. He will be playing a mixed program of classical, 20th century and original compositions. The studio is proud to be affiliated with Carlo, who has gained the attention of the music world through performances throughout the US, Europe and Latin America.

His rave reviews foreshadow a night to remember.  Please call the studio for reservations.

 

Aug 16                 Doug Smith

Private Lessons - $70/hour (morning and early afternoon)

3:00 p.m.  2-Hour Workshop  $25  ($30 for Workshop and Concert)

7:30 p.m.  Doug in Concert with John Wynn  $15

Take advantage of a unique opportunity to have a private lesson with Doug Smith or attend his workshop!  Call the studio to reserve a spot.

Doug is a nationally recognized acoustic guitarist who weaves together folk, classical, jazz and contemporary forms into a unique, flowing fingerpicking style recalling the playing of Chet Atkins, Leo Kottke, Michael Hedges, and Alex de Grassi.

Doug's music has been heard on radio and T.V. stations throughout the country, including The Discovery Channel, CNN, TNN, ESPN, and Encore. He also played guitar on the soundtracks for the recent movies "Moll Flanders" and "Twister".

Doug Smith is a well traveled performer, serving as the opening act for such musicians as Liz Story, David Lanz, Strunz & Farah, and Richard Elliot, as well as performing solo in various venues and festivals around the country.  He's also an accomplished vocalist, including music from David Wilcox, Dan Fogelberg, Gordon Lightfoot and Richard Thompson.

 

 

Aug 2                  John Wynn and John Adams

5:00 p.m.  to 7:00 p.m.

Anthurium Art Gallery

105 W. Louisiana, McKinney, TX

972 548-0552

John Wynn and John Adams will be performing at the Anthurium Art Gallery.  The gallery will also be hosting an art exhibit from 4:00 to 8:00 PM.  Both of these events are free and open to the public.

 

Apr 27                  John Wynn

11:00 a.m.  to 2:00 p.m.

The Sweet Tomato

107 S. Church Street, McKinney, TX

972-562-8386

John and a special guest will be back for a second Brunch performance at The Sweet Tomato.

 

Apr 13                  John Wynn

11:00 a.m.  to 2:00 p.m.

The Sweet Tomato

107 S. Church Street, McKinney, TX

972-562-8386

Join John Wynn and a special guest for Brunch at a great McKinney restaurant - The Sweet Tomato.

Apr 12                 Champagne & Chocolat

Mar 16                  John Wynn and Terry Hankins

11:00 a.m.  to 1:00 p.m.

The Sweet Tomato

107 S. Church Street, McKinney, TX

972-562-8386

Mar 8                   String Fever

7:30 p.m.   ($10 or $5 for 18yrs and under)

Mar 2                   John Wynn and Terry Hankins

11:00 a.m.  to 1:00 p.m.

The Sweet Tomato

107 S. Church Street, McKinney, TX

972-562-8386

Jan 26                  Carlo Pezzimenti

3:00 p.m.  Master Class $25  ($10 to audit)

Carlo will also conduct a Master Class at McKinney Guitar Studio.  Please call for reservations.

Jan 25                  Carlo Pezzimenti

7:00 p.m.  Concert $15

Past McKinney Guitar Studio Concerts 2002

Oct 19                  Darryl Purpose

3:00 p.m.  Workshop  $15

Guitarist Darryl Purpose will provide an depth study of altered tunings.  He will take you through a number of open tunings - Drop D, Double Drop D, DADGAD, Open D, D minor, and DADEAD, and also touch on G Tuning if he has time. He will demonstrate them by playing songs and pieces of songs from his CD's.

You will talk about how to GET to these tunings as well as HOW and WHY they can can be useful. This workshop will help beginning and intermediate players, as well as advanced players not familiar with open tunings.

Participants will learn a simple trick that will allow any of them (regardless of skill level) to know MANY chord forms for most of these tunings before the workshop is over.

Handouts will explain all this in detail. In addition, you can videotape it so participants can review specific fingerings and material.

Oct 12                  Mark Hanson

Private Lessons - $60/hour (morning and early afternoon)

3:00 p.m.  Workshop  $25

7:30 p.m.  Concert  $15

Fingerstyle guitarist Mark Hanson has authored nearly 30 books and videos on acoustic guitar, many published by his company Accent On Music.  He regularly presents concerts and master classes, including the annual Accent On Music Guitar Seminar in Portland, Oregon.  Mark has shared the stage with such luminaries as John Renbourn, Laurence Juber, Alex de Grassi, Pat Kirtley, and the late Jerry Garcia.  Mark’s commercial recordings include "Power of Two," an instrumental duet album released in 2001 with guitar master Doug Smith.

Mark’s music is heard regularly on syndicated radio and television programs such as "Martha Stewart Living" and National Public Radio’s "Echoes."  He regularly performs on NPR’s "West Coast Live."  In the late ‘80s, Mark was an editor and columnist at Frets Magazine.  Among others, his interview subjects included James Taylor, David Crosby, Larry Carlton, Jorma Kaukonen, Roger McGuinn, and Leo Kottke. Mark’s writings and music appear regularly in such magazines as Acoustic Guitar and Fingerstyle Guitar.

Mark and his wife Greta Pedersen founded Accent On Music in 1985 to produce high-quality educational books, CDs, and videos for guitarists.  Included in its catalog are an in-depth teaching book on Paul Simon’s guitar style, two book/CD publications on the music of fingerstyle virtuoso Leo Kottke, and the best-selling Complete Book of Alternate Tunings.  Other topics include Mark Hanson’s  Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar and Flute & Guitar, plus accompaniment and solo “Travis” picking books, slide guitar, 12-string guitar, and a variety of Christmas titles.

Sep 28                  Chris Proctor

3:00-5:00 p.m.   Workshop $25

7:30 p.m.   Concert  $15 ($8 for students)

Special deal!  Get both workshop and concert for $30

Critics call Chris Proctor's guitar playing "breathtaking," "haunting," and "rich."  They describe his compositions as "spectacular," "elegant," and "exquisite."  They trace the roots of his style to folk, jazz, pop, and classical music, and, when all else fails, they try and categorize his playing as "baroque folk."  The guitar press compares him to Leo Kottke and Michael Hedges.  Another reviewer ventures this analysis: "In his taut, faceted compositions, Chris gives the guitar sole responsibility for a piece's rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic components, and in the process creates full-voiced 'guitar songs.'  His playing illuminates the instrument's deepest voices and most sonorous qualities, rendering a pop-folk equivalent of the classical guitar sonata."  Visit his website here.

Sep 22                 David Mallett

3:00-5:00 p.m.   Workshop $25

7:30 p.m.   Concert  $15

Often known as the "voice of New England," singer-songwriter David Mallett's songs reflect his upbringing on a farm in small town Maine and a lifetime as a performing musician.  His "inch by inch, row by row" "Garden Song" is sung all over the world, and his songs have been recorded by over 150 artists worldwide, including Emmylou Harris, Pete Seeger, Kathy Mattea, John Denver, even the Muppets.  AMBITION", his 1999 Flying Fish release, is his 11th album. Performances feature his warm baritone and brilliant guitar work, personal anecdotes, and a disarmingly honest stage presence.
 

Sep 7                   Carlo Pezzimenti and Open House

5:00 to 7:00 p.m.  Open House

McKinney Guitar Studio will host an Open House to showcase some of the most beautiful guitars built this century by luthiers around the world including James Olson (Circle Pines, MN), Gerald Sheppard (Kingsport, TN), C.F. Martin & Company (Nazareth, PA), Santos Bayon, nephew of Santos Hernandez (Madrid, Spain), Miguel Rodriguez (Cordoba, Spain), Herman Hauser (Munich, Germany), Ignacio Rozas (Madrid, Spain), and Jose, Ramirez.  

Come see the studio and great guitars.  Hors d' oeuvres will be served.  

7:30 p.m.   Concert  $15

Following the Open House, classical guitarist, Carlo Pezzimenti, will be performing.  Reservations are recommended for this outstanding evening of entertainment featuring one of the world's premiere guitarists. 

Jul 27                   An Evening with Lu Mitchell and John Wynn

7:30 p.m.  $15.00  

This evening will feature one of folk music's finest entertainers, Lu Mitchell who writes and sings "like a banshee zonked on truth serum!".  Mix this with the fingerstyle "prowess" of John Wynn and you're in for one fine evening of entertainment.

Jul 20                   Mike Mitchell Band in Concert

7:30 p.m.  $8.00  

Mike Mitchell Band - "...a powerful blend of folk, bluegrass, and pop music.  Mitchell's smooth vocals and fiddle playing take center stage but the rest of the band keeps up with his high standards.  At their most rollicking Mike Mitchell Band sounds like the Eagles on one of their early acoustic forays.  The music runs the gamut from English folk-sounding songs to pure Virginia bluegrass to more jazzy material that revives the idea that a pop song can be experimental and catchy..."  Jeff Eason - The Mountain Times.

Jul 6                     Tracie Lynn

7:30 p.m.  $15.00  

Tracie will deliver her poignant observations of life and love wrapped perfectly around a dynamic collection of songs ranging from honky-tonk rockers to tender ballads.  "I wrote these songs about the things that make the world go round: family, friends, love and everyday life.  These are my feelings put to music.  When I play live it's wonderful to hear and see that people relate to them."  Come see why she has already sold over 4,000 copies of "Girl Talk".

Jun 29                 Doug Smith

Private Lessons - $60/hour (morning and early afternoon)

3:00 p.m.  Workshop  $25

7:30 p.m.  Concert  $15

Take advantage of a unique opportunity to have a private lesson with Doug Smith or attend his workshop!  Call the studio to reserve a spot.

Doug is a nationally recognized acoustic guitarist who weaves together folk, classical, jazz and contemporary forms into a unique, flowing fingerpicking style recalling the playing of Chet Atkins, Leo Kottke, Michael Hedges, and Alex de Grassi.

Doug's music has been heard on radio and T.V. stations throughout the country, including The Discovery Channel, CNN, TNN, ESPN, and Encore. He also played guitar on the soundtracks for the recent movies "Moll Flanders" and "Twister".

Doug Smith is a well traveled performer, serving as the opening act for such musicians as Liz Story, David Lanz, Strunz & Farah, and Richard Elliot, as well as performing solo in various venues and festivals around the country.  He's also an accomplished vocalist, including music from David Wilcox, Dan Fogelberg, Gordon Lightfoot and Richard Thompson.