Syco Billy’s String Band is a bluegrass and americana ensemble that tightly wraps the eclectic tastes of the members refined by decades of musical experience around a solid bluegrass core layered with honeyed strings and rich harmonies.
Taborgrass presents: a day filled with bluegrass and old-time workshops, jams, an open-mic and performances. For all ages and skill levels, hosted by musicians at the heart of Portland’s bluegrass scene. There will be bluegrass/old time workshops for adults. There will also be a program for kids hosted by Chick’s Kids, a program for kids […]
True North Duo & Mary Flower at Cafe Artichoke Live
Basic Dobro 6:00 PM Intermediate Dobro 7:15 PM
Bluegrass Jam all levels.
Artichoke music jam Acoustic string instruments only.
Open Bluegrass Jam (All Levels) Every Other Sunday
Open Bluegrass Jam (All Levels) Every Other Sunday
Bluegrass jam. Time: 1:30 - 4:30 Every other Sunday Location: Artichoke Music 2007 SE Powell Blvd, 97202
This second class in the series includes more complex approaches to the Dobro. Harmonized playing (double stops) will be explored. Every week we will take an insightful look into the teachings of Stacy Phillips via his book. The student will study more scale concepts and apply the scales to improvisation in every class. Get your […]
Basic Dobro© Soloing class is designed to teach students to play the Resonator guitar, played lap style, and improve soloing skills. This is the perfect class if you are ready to advance your Dobro playing. We will learn melody playing and improvising. We will start with simple familiar songs, concentrating on clear melody lines and good technique. […]
The Lark and the Loon are a songwriting duo consisting of husband/wife team Jeff Rolfzen and Rocky Steen-Rolfzen. The two bring their distinct writing styles together in what they call an exploration in the etymology of American music. They take inspiration from prewar blues and jazz, Irish dance music, Sea shanties, and traditional American music […]