Minnesota Bluegrass Fall Jam

FALL JAM Workshops

Verlon Thompson: Songwriting Workshop

All Day Thursday, November 14, Half Day Friday, November 15
Registration limited to 15 – REGISTER NOW

Verlon Thompson is a successful Nashville songwriter and long time friend, co-writer and bandmate of Guy Clark. You will find that not only is he an accomplished songwriter but he is an amazing guitarist with a gift for storytelling and a voice that just makes you want to hear more.  We are delighted to have an opportunity to offer this workshop to our community.

This hands-on workshop for songwriters is limited to 15 seats at Verlon’s request because he wanted to have plenty of one-on-one time to spend with each person attending. 

Writers of any and all skill levels will benefit from Verlon’s shared experience of 35 years as a professional songwriter. From concept (the “art”) to craft (the nuts and bolts construction), Verlon will guide the class in the writing and presentation of your song.

You’ll also learn tricks-of-the-trade for finding inspiration, letting a rhythm and groove guide you along, ways for your guitar to open up song ideas, and the importance of the presentation and performance of your creation.

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More Workshops! (Details TBA)

Graham Sones: “Pete Wernick Method”

• Jamming workshop for all instruments and all levels

Marty Marrone: Stagecraft - Going Beyond Playing the Song and Actually Putting on a Show

Doug Lohman, Armadillo Sound: What to Do When You Can’t Hire a Soundperson

• Doug will demystify the language of sound reinforcement and give you the confidence to mix your own band like a pro.

Jeff Woods: Bluegrass Guitar

• Open to all levels and you will come away from this one fired up to hit the woodshed and apply what you learn.