17 songs, just 4 chords and SLOW tempos. This DVD will help you prepare for your first jam class.
Bluegrass Jam Camp
taught by
Larry Kernagis
using the Wernick Method*
New Braunfels TX, May 18-20 2018
at the Ramada Inn
Fri 6-9pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 9am-2pm
Tuition $250 (Returning students only $225)
Special Camp Rate $75/night • Call reservations at 830 625 8017 to get special camp rate (use code "camp").
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Larry Kernagis was raised during the folk revival era of the 60's, cutting his chops on Flatt and Scruggs and the Kingston Trio. Eventually, he became a banjo instructor at the famed Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago. Larry has led Bluegrass jams at festivals across the country for the past 30 years. He now employs his banjo, guitar and vocal skills entertaining with "greengrass" Celtic group Def Leprechaun.
Closet pickers, this is for you!
- • All bluegrass instruments welcome
- • No jamming experience necessary
- • You will be jamming the first morning!
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We'll email you full information you'll need for the class and the world of jamming! $50 deposit holds your spot! ($200 balance due at first class)
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All registrants receive a coupon code for $10 off any Jam DVD!
Once we receive your payment, we'll contact you via email for registration info. Prefer to pay with check or money order? Email [email protected] for details. 50% of payment refunded if you cancel more than one month in advance.
Camp Flyer (PDF)
FAQsHow you qualify
It's easier than you may think!
If you play guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle, bass, or resonator guitar you can be part of a bluegrass jam.
Only requirements: You must be able to tune your instrument (electronic tuning devices welcome) and change smoothly between G, C, D, and A. Fast playing is not expected, nor is the ability to solo required.
Intermediates welcome! You will be given extra challenges and jamming opportunities
Comments from Larry's students
“Larry was an excellent instructor. Patient and kind, he brought the music to life and gave me the tools to do the same.”
“When I was young I was a classically trained violinist, but Larry taught me to play music with the other half of my brain...It's been a great experience.”
“I really feel like I improved and am now able to jam with almost anyone.”
“Larry encouraged us to try and get beyond our fears and try different things. He is very patient.”
Questions?
Visit our FAQ section. If you still have questions feel free to email us at [email protected].
Wernick Method Classes teach real bluegrass jamming!
- Hands-on learning in large and small groups
- Learn many bluegrass standards
- Gentle tempos! Mistakes expected!
- Full ground rules and etiquette of typical jams
- How to lead songs and how to follow new songs
- How to find melodies, fake solos, sing harmony
- Ear skills taught and emphasized, as in real bluegrass
- Reading skills not needed or used
- Group and individualized instruction on backup skills
- Understanding, low-pressure, time-tested teaching
Pete Wernick ("Dr. Banjo", originator of Banjo Camps and Bluegrass Jam Camps) has created a method based on his years of experience teaching jamming.Wernick Method teachers are certified by Pete based on knowledge of bluegrass, teaching ability, and proper use of the Wernick Method.
