Welcome back to Riff of the Week!
Every week, a Real School instructor will give you a quick tip on how to better your playing.
With a vast array of instruments ranging from guitars to banjos, drums to horns and more, you’ll be able to learn something new every week whether you play that particular instrument or not. Best of all, if you like what you learn, you can schedule a free trial lesson with that very instructor.
This week, bass instructor Lou Ulrich - master of the funk bass - discusses how to effectively use the minor pentatonic in funk. Lou says that this is one of his favorite minor pentatonic licks, that is inspired by the Beatles tune, "Come Together."
This is pretty awesome because the Real School of Music just began a Beatle's Ensemble, and in a few months the ensemble will be playing shows with the local legends of Beatlejuice, including our very own Muzz!
Join The Real School for an evening with renowned pianist Steve Hunt and his Quintet on Friday, 5/18/12
7p-9p. Joining Steve Hunt and completing his quintet are the talented musicians Nick Goumas on sax, Ken Cervenka on trumpet, Bruce Gertz on bass and Jack Diefendorf on drums.
Throughout his career, Steve Hunt has stayed true to an uncompromising vision of composing and performing jazz music from his heart. Steve has continued to push himself technically, focusing on a musical style which is both challenging and meaningful.
Steve credits jazz greats Keith Jarrett, Joe Zawinul, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, and Thelonius Monk as strong influences to his jazz style. During his formative years he studied with concert pianist Albert Hirsh, and jazz pianists Sid Davis and Lyle Mays, each of whom helped form his lighting fast technique and unique style. Steve later attended Berklee College of Music in Boston where he continued his study of jazz.
After recording and performing with top Boston jazz musicians such as Randy Roos and Tiger Okoshi, and leading his own jazz fusion band, Steve spent years on the road with renowned jazz artists such as Billy Cobham, Stanley Clarke, Angela Bofill, Tom Brown, and Allan Holdsworth. Steve's international touring took him to countries such as Japan, Israel, Austria, France, England, Italy, Sweden, Argentina, and Australia, as well as major cities in the US and Canada.
Music for Real is a column written for The Burlington Union by instructors from The Real School of Music.
This week, Rick from Burlington asks how an early childhood music program benefits his child.
Luckily, Rich Podgur, Director of Real Kids was around to answer. In the grand scheme of things, there are so many reasons that early childhood music education benefits your child and Rich breaks it down into a few important categories:
- Drumming and Tapping
- Movement
- Singing
Interested in reading more? Download Rich's free Ebook, or check out the full article here.
If you're looking for your lessons of your own, check out all of our great instructors here!
Welcome back to Riff of the Week!
Every week, a Real School instructor will give you a quick tip on how to better your playing. With a vast array of instruments ranging from guitars to banjos, drums to horns and more,
you’ll be able to learn something new every week whether you play that particular instrument or not. Best of all, if you like what you learn, you can schedule a free trial lesson with that very instructor.
This week, banjo instructor Tim Rowell talks about moveable chords in the key of G. There are a few different chord shapes for major chords: the first is simple - just bar your pointer finger across all the strings. Watch the video to learn about the others!
Live Music: Tim Ray Trio
When: Friday, May 11th 7:30-9p
Where: The Real School of Music
Cost: $10 for public, $5 for members
Joining Tim Ray to complete the trio is Berklee Professor John Lockwood on acoustic and electric bass and New England Conservatory Professor Austin McMahon on drums.
Perhaps best known as pianist for Lyle Lovett, Tim Ray’s wide-ranging skills as a soloist and accompanist have afforded him the opportunity to perform with legendary performers from all walks of music. Appearing on over 60 recordings to date, Tim has performed in concert with an extensive list of pop music icons, notably Bonnie Raitt, Aretha Franklin, Lou Reed, Rickie Lee Jones, Willie Nelson, kd lang and Soul Asylum. He regularly performs with leading figures in the jazz world, among them Gary Burton, Scott Hamilton, Eddie Daniels, Esperanza Spalding, Dave Douglas, Lewis Nash and Rufus Reid, and his classical credits include solo performances and concerts with Gunther Schuller, the Boston Modern Orchestra Project and the Boston Pops. To learn more about Tim and his recordings, visit www.AgitatedCatMusic.com.
Music for Real is a column written for The Burlington Union by instructors from The Real School
of Music.
This week, House Sound Engineer Ryan Axford answers the complicated question, "My daughter wants learn how to rock out on guitar and I want her to have a classical music education. Is there a happy compromise?"
Ryan says, absolutely! Of course, first he considers the definition of a classical music education. What makes you a classically trained musician? Even more importantly, "The wonderful thing about taking music lessons is that you are exposed to classical techniques while learning things that you want to learn. A great teacher will teach these techniques without the child even realizing it."
Interested in reading more? Check out the full article here!
If you're looking for your lessons of your own, check out all of our great instructors here!
Acoustic Guitar Clinic And Concert With Peter Calo
Saturday, May 5th
Clinic 4p-6p $10 - Concert 7p-9p $10, or both for $15
Burlington, MA – April 25, 2012
Peter Calo will be hosting an instructional acoustic guitar clinic from 4p-6p on Saturday, May
5th at The Real School of Music in Burlington, MA. Don't miss this great opportunity to listen and interact with the great Peter Calo and learn how to improve your acoustic guitar musicianship. Bringing your own guitar is not necessary. Following the clinic Peter Calo will perform a solo concert from 7p-9p, featuring his original compositions and covers, both instrument and vocal.
Peter Calo is most recognized for his work with Carly Simon.
He has recorded and performed with such legendary Grammy Award winning artists as James Taylor, Hall and Oates, and renowned record producer Phil Ramone, to mention only a few. He has made numerous television appearances, among them Good Morning America, Regis and Kelly, CBS Good Morning and the Late Show with David Letterman, both as a band member and separately with featured guests.
For more info on Peter, visit his website.
Check out this YouTube video with Peter Calo in "Takin a Sip" solo acoustic guitar instrumental
To save your seat, please PRE-REGISTER online or choose Cash Only at Door. All Ages and Open to Public.
Peter Calo plays Tippin Acoustic Guitars made in Marblehead, MA
Please be sure to check our website calendar at www.therealschoolofmusic.com/calendar often for any updates on our scheduled events.
What do Jimmy Page and Paul McCartney both have in common?
World
renowned drummer Dave Mattacks.
Mattacks’ discography includes many Grammy award winning albums, including 5 CD’s with Paul McCartney, and various CD’s and tours with – among many others – Elton John, George Harrison, Jimmy Page, Everything But The Girl, Sandy Denny, Chris Rea, XTC, Jethro Tull, Joan Armatrading, Brian Eno, Nick Drake, Gary Brooker, Peter Green, John Gorka, John Martyn,The Proclaimers, Cat Stevens & Loudon Wainwright.
Dave has given several Master-Classes at London’s Royal Academy of Music, taught at The Berklee College of Music’s “Percussion Week“ for three years and continues to enjoy a full career in music spanning live and studio work, both as a Musician & Producer.
For a limited time, Dave will be giving private lessons at the Real School of Music.
For more information, click below or call us at 888.881.REAL!
Here you can hear Dave playing with Paul McCartney on the tune, "We Got Married"
Welcome back to Riff of the Week!
Every week, a Real School instructor will give you a quick tip on how to better your playing. With a vast array of instruments ranging from guitars to banjos, drums to horns and more, you’ll be able to learn something new every week whether you play that particular instrument or not. Best of all, if you like what you learn, you can schedule a free trial lesson with that very instructor.
This week, Muzz goes over your basic drum kit. The thing is, his drum kit is hardly basic; 7 drums, 7 cymbals 3 hi-hats and 5 pedals. He may be funny, but this guy is no joke.
It's worth it just to come see this drum set in person; so schedule a free trial lesson with Muzz today, and we bet he'll let you play it.
Music for Real is a column written for The Burlington Union by instructors from The Real School of Music.
This week, instructor Lydia Harrell answers the question, "My daughter does not have a great
singing voice, but really wants to learn how to sing. Can someone successfully learn how to sing without starting with natural talent?"
An important thing to remember, says Lydia, is that just because one may not think they have a great singing voice does not mean that is the case. Some famous singers are known for their unique voices, such as Bob Dylan.
Interested in reading more? Check out the full article here!
If you're looking for your lessons of your own, check out all of our great instructors here!