Improv and Electric Violins Workshop with Edgar Gabriel

When:	July 24th, 2011 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Where:	Seman Violins
Cost:	$30 due upon registration
Reservations:	Please call 847-674-0690 or email us at events@semanviolins.com if you would like to attend.

This month Seman Violins is excited to host an improvisation and electric instrument workshop. The class will be taught by Edgar Gabriel, long time teacher and creator of the "String Groove" method. The first half of this specialty workshop will focus on the "String Groove" method of improvisation as a new way to approach playing your instrument. The second half will be devoted to electric instruments and amplification of acoustic instruments, covering everything from amps and pickups, to instruction on how to get the highest quality sound from your instrument.

The workshop is open to violin, viola, and cello players of all ages at an intermediate playing level. Both acoustic and electric players are welcome. This is an excellent opportunity for Seman Violins customers to receive individualized instruction on the improv method, and to explore the possibilities that come with electrifying a traditionally acoustic instrument. We hope to see you there!

Edgar Gabriel's book "String Groove Ideas for Improvising" was published in 2001 and is used by teachers worldwide. Edgar has played with Rachel Barton Pine and Cirque Du Soleil and has performed for such dignitaries as Bill Clinton and Richard Daley. He is a long-time composer and educator, have taught at Merit School of Music and the Music Institute of Chicago. He is currently on the faculty at Harper College and Elmhurst College. To learn more about Edgar Gabriel visit his website.

Limited spots are available, so please register early!

Refunds will only be made if the class is canceled.