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Folk Roots of Western Swing Guitar

Music

Brian Barnes

Western Swing was an outgrowth of the fiddle and guitar dance bands of the 1920s in the southwest, influenced by the melting pot that was Texas and the growing popularity of jazz. Learn about the roots of the guitar styles used in western swing - from backing the simple fiddle tune and European dance steps, to the "take-off" styles popularized later. Bring your instruments. We'll be playing. Brian is part of Swiddlin' Fling, a western swing band performing as part of the Traditional Music weekend.

Participants in this course may also be interested in Jazz Roots of Western Swing Guitar

Dates

No classes currently scheduled

Course Details

Length in days:

1/4

Hours:

10am-noon

Tuition:

$40.00 per student (Regular rate)

Levels:

Beginner to Advanced

Age with adult:

12+ (Review age guidelines/policy)

Making it happen:

When should I enroll?
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