On Friday, February 15, we will continue our tradition of holding Master Class workshops just prior to the start of the festival.
Separate admission is required for these activities, and more classes may be offered. Check back here in late January for the latest information on workshop descriptions, prices, and sign up procedures.

Sign up early - several of these master classes will probably sell out in advance.

Stacy Phillips Dobro Master Class

Friday, February 15, 2008 before the JOE VAL FESTIVAL, Sheraton Hotel, Framingham, MA

Tentative Schedule: 11AM – 5PM (1:30pm– 2:30pm lunch)

Cost: $75 (through Jan. 21) and then $85 (after Jan. 21). $5 discount for BBU members.
Checks need to be sent in to Stacy to hold your place in the class.

Aimed for all levels of players. Teaching will be done by ear, with handouts at the end of the class.

Specific techniques to be discussed include:· Picking patterns · Slants · Playing in all keys · Licks and how to vary them
· Building solos out of scalar patterns · Incorporating rolls into solos · Playing in minor keys
· Using open strings in all keys · Stacy will teach at least one tune and will be prepared to discuss the dobro in bluegrass, blues, swing, Hawaiian, and country-folk. · String pulls · How to “fake” solos at jam sessions. The topics covered can be decided by the attendees so email suggestions to Stacy.

Contact information for Stacy Phillips: archduke@stacyphillips.com
or call 203 389 6468. Click here for Stacy's website.
Send checks to: Stacy Phillips, 343 Alden Avenue #10, New Haven, CT 06515

Master class size is very limited, usually between 10-14 participants, so if you are interested in coming, sign up soon.