Have you always wanted to be able to play congas and percussion? Now you can learn how, at Estudio ‘El Bohio’ in Hadley, MA. Brandon Marger teaches the authentic instruments and rhythms of Cuba, Puerto Rico, Brazil and other parts of the West African diaspora in the Americas. The curriculum covers both traditional folkloric rhythms, and applications to modern musics such as pop, jazz, funk, salsa, reggae and more.

You will learn the proper technique for creating a palette of sounds on the drum; the traditional rhythmic repertoire of the congas; as much or as little music theory and notation as is necessary, and applications of what we study in the class to real-life playing situations.

Brandon Marger has studied at the Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba La Habana, and at the Balé Folclórico da Bahia in Salvador, Brazil, as well as with master percussionists here in the New England area. For more than two decades he has been gigging with a wide variety of bands throughouth the US and the Caribbean, and has also been accompanying Afro-Latin dance classes. Brandon’s extensive experience as a performing musician is one of the cornerstones of his teaching.

Brandon Marger has been teaching Afro-Latin drumming and percussion since 1991 in both ensemble classes and private lessons. He has also taught special workshops at many of the region’s colleges. Brandon teaches students of all ability levels, from people with no previous musical training to veteran musicians who are looking to learn something new.

Private lessons with Brandon Marger at Estudio ‘El Bohio’ last for one hour, and cost $20 per hour. For more information check out Brandon’s website at http://www.BranMarPercussion.com.
 

Music Lessons on Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin, Uke and Lute
Ages 9 to 90 are most welcome!

Michael Nix
NixWorks
413-772-0328
mnix@nixworks.com
www.NixWorks.com

Guitar:

Beginning guitar and guitar fundamentals on acoustic or electric
Finger styles, beginners to advanced
Classical, novice to advanced
Fretboard theory
Notation (including notes, tablature, and chord/charts)

Banjo:

5 String
Clawhammer / Frailing
Bluegrass/Melodic three finger style
Classical

4 String
Tenor in traditional tuning
Tenor in Irish or celtic tuning
Plectrum in C or Chicago tuning

6 and 7 string banjo

Mandolin:

beginners to advanced
celtic
bluegrass
classical

Uke: Chords, strums, and melody for the contemporary player

Renaissance Lute: French and Italian Tabs. Guitar players pick up this instrument very quickly!

Music Theory and Composition: juice up your instrumental and song writing skills!

Friendly, Fun, Supportive, environment . Lessons to your interests and needs.
Located in Downtown Greenfield. Free Parking.
Lesson times Monday-Thursday, check the website for available times.




 

Hi all. After playing mostly acoustic these days I have no need for my Fender Hotrod Deville 2x12. I'm looking to sell at a reasonable price. I just had it tuned up and put about $180 into it including new tubes and all the pots were cleaned. I can give you a whole list of the tune up upon request. I am based out of Brattleboro, VT. I'm looking to get about $500 for it. If you are interested please get back to me. sitarjams@gmail.com Thanks