Open Studio Workshop
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Space is limited!
Youβre Invited
Who: music lovers, age 16+
What: Open Studio Workshop
(attend four - 20 minute workshops)
When: Aug. 15th from 9:00-11:00
Where: Brett Ensley Studios
2534 Motherwell Dr. - Greer SC 29651
Other: No Cost but Must Register
(seating is limited)
What to Bring:
Waterbottles
Guitar sessions: taking a guitar session and you have a guitar bring it, if not we have extra
Songwriting/adding a beats/ finding your artistry sessions: sessions: if you have any orginal songs to workshop or add beats bring them along
How does it work?
Read Registration Come
Read about sessions below, choose 6 that interest you.
Complete Registration - check your favorite 6 sessions and 4 sessions will be assigned for you.
Come Saturday Aug. 15th @ 9:00
*Space is limited! We only have 20 seats available for our Open Studio Workshop. Don't worry if you miss out, thoughβonce spots fill up, we will open a waiting list.
8:50 - 9:00 Get your sessions
9:00 - 9:20 Session 1
9:30 - 9:50 Session 2
10:00 - 10:20 Session 3
10:30 - 10:50 Session 4
11:00 - 11:30 Teachers will be avilible to answer any final questions.
Come ready to LEARN and ASK questions.
Studio & Access: We want everyone to enjoy the music! If you have any mobility issues, such as steps or walking a hill, please reach out to us at Brett@brettensleystudios.com or 864.380.8631 so we can discuss how to best support your visit.
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The Jazz Turnaround session is for intermediate to a little more advanced learning. Explore II-V-I turnaround, learn about chord formulas for half-diminished, dominant, and minor 7th chords. Additionally, you will explore coinciding arpeggios and learn practical strategies to practice improvisation effectively over backing tracks.
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Rt. Hand Thythm Technique is geared more towards singer songwriters or intermediate players. We will explore 6 different strumming patterns and we will look at 1/16 note rhythms for funk βtriadβ based playing.
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You will transform everyday household objects like trash cans, buckets, and brooms into powerful musical instruments. Through collaborative group grooves, you will work on beats and discover how to find rhythm in ordinary items.
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This class is designed for songwriters and music lovers who have a basic knowledge of the piano.
Discover the fundamentals of piano by learning the building blocks of major and minor chords. Students will learn 4-5 chords that can be used in a variety of popular songs, then use those skills to play a new song by the end of class.
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This is designed for any level. This session will have 2-3 players and the teacher will meet you where you are in your piano ability and teach you something new.
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This is designed for any level. This session will have 3-4 players and the teacher will meet you where you are in your guitar ability and teach you something new.
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Learn 4-5 effective vocal warm-ups designed to help improve vocal tone, rance, and overall vocal health. Students will also explore why proper warm-ups are important for healthy sing and how to apply these techniques to the songs they already love to sing.
About the Sessions
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Unleash your artistic voice in this songwriting and creative writing workshop designed to expand your repertoire of ideas when writing and revising songs. Through hands-on exercises, you will discover new techniques to generate fresh lyrical concepts. Whether you are starting a song from scratch or refining an existing piece, you will leave with a practical toolkit to elevate your writing process.
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How to begin as a songwriter is a workshop to give you ideas of how to be success and dive into an honest, liberating discussion about what making it actually means.
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This reflective, deep-dive workshop gives youtime to pause, step back, and intentionally design your artistic footprint. Translate your music into a cohesive visual aesthetic and think about your core message to clearly define the exact emotion, experience, and value you want to offer your audience every single time they hit play.
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Bring a song you are working on and watch it transform as one of our professional producers helps you build a quick, custom backing track from scratch. There will only be a few slots for this workshop due to the one on one nature of the project.
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Uncover the secrets of writing soundtracks. You will learn tips and tricks. The session wraps up with an open Q&A.
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Have questions about podcasting, recording, or producing your own music? This interactive session is your chance to get direct answers about essential technology, microphone setups, software, and gear. Bring your specific tech hurdles and leave with the clarity you need to record high-quality audio at home.