Rehearsal 101: Unpacking Practice
The culmination of my ‘quarantine project' where I set out to intersect twenty-five years of performing experience with fifteen years in training and documentation. This workshop examines the whats, whys, and hows of making musical progress.
Open to all instruments and all levels, the workshop is designed for those who struggle with focus and discipline when it comes to practicing your instrument. You'll walk away ready to:
- set constructive and realistic goals
- build and sustain a practice habit
- diagnose & solve technical problems
- prepare for performance
The next workshop series will run February 4th-18th, 2026, Wednesdays, 6 PM to 7:20 PM. Register from the course page on the PCC website.
Bas[s]ics: Low End Fundamentals
Whether you're a beginner building a foundation, or a seasoned player looking to strengthen one, it helps to have a framework. In this workshop, we'll look at the whats, whys and hows of bass essentials, including:
- Posture: working with your body (and gravity)
- Position: bassist role and expectations
- Pocket: developing rhythmic confidence
- Practice: tools, exercises, and approaches
- Playing: figuring out 'the bass part'
Instrument is optional, but no amplifiers will be needed. Designed for electric and upright bassists of all levels and styles. Tubas will not be turned away.
The next workshop will be Saturday, November 29th, 2025 12:00 PM-2:00 PM. Register at the Artichoke Music website.
Upright Bass Lessons
We'll build around your musical goals and interests, with the overall goal of fostering a sustainable relationship with music, keeping fun at the center.
- transitioning from electric to upright bass
- Americana, blues, jazz, & rock styles
- technique and sound
- improvisation
Lessons may be offered remotely or in-person depending on distance. Contact me for more information.