Bluegrass Jamming Class
Taught by
Tyler Rennix
using the Wernick Method
Sorry to say, this class has been cancelled. Please see this page for other jam class opportunities in your region.
Sundays,
Apr 7-28
12-4pm
Fort Collins, CO
Private residence
Tuition: $200
Tyler's current students pay only $150!
Tyler Rennix grew up with a mandolin in his hand, and has been adding instruments, material, and skills ever since. Growing up on Colorado's front range allowed him to get one-on-one instruction from many music greats. He was given sponsorship by a prestigious mandolin builder at age 15. In 2015 he won the coveted Rockygrass Mandolin Championship. Tyler has performed with numerous Colorado groups and is furthering his music career in performing and teaching on all fronts. Teaching is one of his favorite things, and facilitating learning for others is a joyous endeavor for him.
Tyler's students say:
“Tyler is warm and friendly and answers my questions with grace and enthusiasm.”
“He's very helpful, patient, approachable and easy to work with. I appreciate his teaching methods and I have come a long way He is very good at keeping me motivated.”
“Tyler has been very helpful, helping me learn to play. I am really enjoying the journey!”
Sign up now and we’ll send you full information preparing you for the class and the world of jamming! $50 holds your spot! ( $150 due at first session)
All registrants receive a coupon code for $10 off any Jam DVD!
Once we receive your deposit we'll contact you via email with class preparation 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.
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.
- All bluegrass instruments welcome
- No jamming experience necessary
- You will be jamming the first class!
- Friendly, encouraging, knowledgeable teaching.
- Mistakes expected!
- Music reading not needed or used
- Singing not required, but encouraged and taught.
- Easy 2- and 3-chord songs, slow speeds.
- Soloing not required! “Faking” solos taught.
- Intermediates welcome, and given added challenges
Do you qualify? It’s easier than you may think!
If you play guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle, bass, or dobro... 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. (Fiddles and basses need to know which notes work with which chords)
For more info or to send payment in the mail,
email [email protected]
For ALL instruments!
Watch a class, and hear what students and teacher say!
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
- 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.
Practice jamming at home!
17 songs, just 4 chords and SLOW tempos. This DVD will help you prepare for your first jam class.MORE INFO/BUY