Gryphon often hosts group classes featuring our excellent teaching staff. Contact the instructor directly for more information or to sign up for the class of your choice.
Jack Tuttle: Beginning Mandolin, Bluegrass jamming for guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, dobro and bass
Carol McComb: All-levels acoustic guitar, voice, harmony singing and songwriting
Greg Vaughan: Beginning/Intermediate ukulele
Ed Johnson: The User-Friendly Fretboard, Part One/Fingerstyle Fundamentals
Carol McComb’s Summer 2019 Guitar Classes
Email Carol at [email protected] or call (650) 530-2526.
SUMMER 2019 FOLK GUITAR WORKSHOPS
June 17 – August 29 (8 weeks) – $180
(No classes July 1 – 4, July 8 – 11, July 29 – August 1)
MONDAYS
5 – Starting to Play (level 1) (choice of two times)
6 – Folk Standards (level 1-2)
7 – Starting to Play (level 1) (choice of two times)
TUESDAYS
5 – Folk Favorites #1 (level 2)
6 – Songwriting – Focus on Melody and Chords (no guitar level) New class!
7 – Americana & Its Roots #13 (multi-level class – levels 2-3 and 3-4) New class! (choice of two times)
WEDNESDAYS
5 – Bluegrass and Carter Style #2 (songs level 2-3, leads level 3-4)
6 – Music Theory for Guitar (level 2-3)
7 – Harmony Singing – Mixed Styles (no guitar level) New Songs!
THURSDAYS
5 – Americana & Its Roots #13 (multi-level class – levels 2-3 and 3-4) New class! (choice of two times)
6 – Beginning Singing (no guitar level))
7 – Light Rock & Pop #2 (level 2+) (intro to flatpicking)
Learn more about Carol McComb >
Jack Tuttle’s Summer 2019 Mandolin and Bluegrass Jam Classes
Class details and enrollment >
Questions? email Jack at [email protected] or call (650) 248-4951.
Website: www.jacktuttle.com
Need to miss a class or two? I do provide email support and update my website to include pdfs and mp3s of missed materials, so you can still keep up.
Beginning Bluegrass Mandolin Level 1 to 2
Tuesdays, 6 to 7:00pm. Eight weeks, $200 (includes Jack’s Mandolin Book)
We’ll cover all of the basics of beginning mandolin in this introductory class. Both soloing and chord playing will be studied with focus on establishing good fundamentals with the pick as well as proper left-hand technique. Repertoire will include simple fiddle tunes and bluegrass songs, covering a variety of mandolin techniques. We’ll explore practicing exercises and proper techniques to ensure the most efficient learning and then put it all together in a low pressure group environment. All materials will be available in both music and tablature. A great class for guitarists looking for something different as well as the beginning mandolin player. Begins Tue, July 9th 6 to 7pm.
Need a mandolin? Gryphon will supply a free rental for the duration of the class!
#1 Bluegrass Jam Class (Level 3) Tuesdays, 7 to 8:00pm. Eight weeks, $190
This class is for those who want to play with others. We’ll put together some standard bluegrass songs and work on playing and singing them as a group in the bluegrass style. Tablature and mp3s will be provided for those who need help with soloing. For guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, dobro and bass. Prerequisite: Must be able to play chords in time. Starts Tue, July 9th, 7 to 8pm. Sign up here
#2 Bluegrass Jam Class, (Level 3) Wednesdays, 6 to 7:00pm. Eight weeks, $190
This class is for those who want to play with others. We’ll put together some standard bluegrass songs and work on playing and singing them as a group in the bluegrass style. Tablature and mp3s will be provided for those who need help with soloing. For guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, dobro and bass. Prerequisite: Must be able to play chords in time. Starts Wed, July 10th, 6 to 7pm. Sign up here
#3 Bluegrass Jam Class (Level 3) Wednesdays, 7 to 8:00pm. Eight weeks, $190
This class is for those who want to play with others. We’ll put together some standard bluegrass songs and work on playing and singing them as a group in the bluegrass style. Tablature and mp3s will be provided for those who need help with soloing. For guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, dobro and bass. Prerequisite: Must be able to play chords in time. Starts Wed, July 10th, 7 to 8pm Sign up here
Rock Your Uke 8-week group class
Thursdays, beginning January 31, 2019 at 7:00 pm (8 one-hour classes)
Cost: $180
Questions, or to enroll, email Greg at [email protected] or call 650-858-0667.
Summertime Rock Your Uke 7-week group class
Thursdays, beginning July 11 at 7:00 pm (7 one-hour classes)
Cost: $150
Questions, or to enroll, email Greg at [email protected]
Ain’t no cure for the Summertime Uke! This continuation of our Rock Your Uke series will focus on summer rock classics. The goal of this beginning/intermediate class will be to continue working on ukulele basics and playing popular songs in a group setting. Beginners are welcome but should be able to play a few chords and a basic strum pattern.
You do NOT need to have taken our other classes to take this one. Artists such as the Beach Boys, Weezer, and Israel “Iz” Kamakawiwo’ole will be featured. Starting July 11, Thursdays 7-8 pm; $150 for seven weeks (one-hour classes).
Questions? Contact Greg at: [email protected]
Need a ukulele for the class? Gryphon will provide a free take-home rental ukulele for the duration of the class.
Ed Johnson’s Winter 2019 Class Series
To register, go to www.edbjohnson.com
