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A Jazz Guitar Masterclass with New York Guitarist Howard Alden

Saturday 14th April 2012

World renowned Jazz guitarist, Howard Alden, has worked with an impressive number of musical legends such as Bucky Pizzarelli, George Van Eps, Mel Powell, Johnny Smith and John Lewis. As well as performing, Howard has been a guitar instructor since the seventies and will be visiting Hospitalfield this April, when guitar enthusiasts are invited to experience a one day masterclass. This progressive workshop is designed to assist aspiring and professional guitarists to develop their jazz technique and playing style. It will conclude with a vocal accompaniment with jazz singer Jeanne Gies and her masterclass students.

Host to Arbroath’s celebrated Jazz programme, organised by Alan Steadman, Hospitalfield is noted for its award winning capture of world famous Jazz musician performances. Coupled with a Saturday night performance by Howard and Jeanne Gies and a beautiful historic setting, this promises to be a truly unique opportunity.

Date:
Saturday 14th April 2012

Places available:
16 residential or non-residential

The Artist:
A leading Jazz guitarist of his generation, Howard Alden is admired for his sophisticated phrasing, finesse and diversity. In the words of the London Observer: “If there is such a thing as a complete jazz guitarist, then Alden is it”. A remarkable guitarist Alden turned his attention to the seven-string guitar in 1992. As well as working with a whole host of first class Jazz performers, Howard has featured on the sound track of Woody Allen's 1999 film "Sweet and Lowdown” where he both played and coached the guitar contribution for actor Sean Penn. Further details of his highly successful career can be viewed at www.howardalden.com.

Level:
Tailored to the individual. Open to participants seeking beginner’s instruction or those wishing to further develop skill. Guitarists of all levels of proficiency are welcome with both one to one and group teaching included.
Do I need to be able to read music?
“It's not necessary to be able to read music - I present some concepts that apply equally to ear players, and actually try to spend more time on developing more sensitivity and understanding through the ear, as well as a lot of guitar techniques. I will have some examples in tab as well as standard music notation, for reference and further study.”
Howard Alden
Please note: Participants are required to bring their own guitar. 

Accommodation:
Full board based on two per room, Single occupancy is available at a higher rate.

Deadline:
Places are only confirmed on receipt of full deposit
Payment in full must be received by Friday the 6th April 2012

Price:
£145 Residential
Arrival Saturday 9:00am. Departure Sunday 10am.
All inclusive. Equivalent of one whole day tariff. Accommodation, all meals & refreshments throughout day. Use of facilities, tour of house, skilled tuition & artists Saturday evening Jazz@hospitalfield performance.

£110 Non Residential
Arrival 9:30am. Departure 11pm.
Lunch & refreshments throughout day. Use of facilities, tour of house, skilled tuition & artists Saturday evening Jazz@hospitalfield performance.

You can download full details of the event via pdf.

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