Mandolin Classes

Beginning Mandolin 1

Wes Weddell

Four Mondays, January 30, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 7:45-8:45 p.m., $80.

Want to learn to accompany songs and build chops and the confidence to join a jam? In this class for complete beginners (converts from other instruments welcome!), we’ll start at the top and spend time on chords, tremolos, and techniques/positions for both hands, working up to some single-note lead playing. You will emerge as a capable mandolinist who can add parts to songs and pick with friends in a variety of styles.

Beginning Mandolin 2

Wes Weddell

Four Mondays, February 27, March 5, 12, 19, 7:45-8:45 p.m., $80.

For players with some experience (or having just completed my Mandolin 1 class) looking to grow from sit-at-home skill sets to becoming comfortable playing with other instruments or in ensembles. We'll tackle more advanced chord voicings/positions, learn to apply tremolos to lead playing, and build scale patterns for use playing leads in a variety of styles that highlight the instrument's versatility. You will develop a versatile bag-o'-tricks, becoming a capable mandolin side(wo)man who can add attractive layers and colors to others' songs and accompany your own!