Have you played in a band, want to play in a band, or just want to know what it is like to be in a band ?
After fifteen years together, Scout Mountain has stories to tell and loads of great advice about the challenges facing any group and why it's important to still be having fun.
Part 1: A philosophical look at the jobs and relationships in a band.
Part 2: Honesty, commitment and ethics
Part 3: Divided Labour vs Autocracy (Pros and Cons)
They will also cover all kinds of bluegrass and jamming etiquette. There will be no discussion of picks, strings, or politics!
Admission: $35 general, $30 for VBA members
Coffee/Tea and treats served during the break.
The workshop will be held in a private residence, and the address will be provided in your confirmation.
Register at workshops@victoriabluegrass.ca
We are super stoked to present Scout Mountain for our first Feature for the 2024/25 Season. Scout Mountain began fifteen years ago and play a mix of hard driving bluegrass classics, sentimental ballads mixed with original material and tunes from contemporary song writers.
The band members include, Max Pagani (Mandolin), Monica Behan Pagani (Fiddle), Bill Smith (Banjo), Murray Smith (Bass) and Steve Kulusic (Guitar).
Each band member is an experienced singer, providing different combinations for two, three and four part harmonies.
Doors: 7:15pm
Open Stage: 7:45pm. To reserve a slot, call Jeb Gordon 778.678.4570 or openstage@victoriabluegrass.ca
Feature Act: 9:00pm
Admission: suggested donation $10 general, $7 for VBA members and open stage performers.
It's a new season for the VBA. Our regular weekly programming begins Tuesday
September 10th with our hosted Slow Pitch (introductory jam), and Old Time Jam.
We host an hour long beginner jam that is followed by a jam targeted at intermediate players. There is also a vibrant old time jam held in the large Sunday School room that has ample space for all.
Parking is off Chambers Street and entry is via the side door off the parking lot.
Start time is 7:30 pm ending at 9:45 (sharp!)
Jam fees are now $3 for members, $5 for non members, and listeners by donation.
Doors open: 7:30pm
More info: Victoria Pang president@victoriabluegrass.caAdmission: $5 general, $3 for VBA members.
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