There really has not been anything in the past that compares one-to-one to this Camp. The amount of access to a dozen legendary teachers/presenters has never been available before in a classroom-emphasis format.

Don't worry about how long you've been playing, there will be valuable insights for every stage of player. You'll be able to ask any questions and will likely come up with many questions you had not considered before as the weekend progresses.

The very first class will cover how to learn without a guitar (no guitars needed in the classrooms). There'll be a 35+ page printed booklet included in your registration packet that is a year's worth of study alone, portions of which Paul will be covering in class.

You'll be learning concepts and approaches: the how and why these players go about looking at the pedal steel ...and what they are thinking about when tasked with playing intros, fills, solos, etc.

It won't be about learning a bunch of licks. Licks will be no doubt be demonstrated to show examples of the thought processes and methods of each player. It's more important to learn the approaches than the end result. Plenty of blank note and TAB paper will be provided if you want to document what is being played.

Three large projector screens will have an overhead camera shot on them during the classroom periods so you can see what is happening from the player's perspective. You can record audio (only) of the classes to refer to later.

Workshops about tube amplifiers from Little Walter Amplifiers guru Phil Bradbury, and tips on guitar setups and maintenance from the great Mike Scaggs and Wayne Dahl will be presented. There's not much those guys don't know about their fields of expertise. Lots to learn from all of them.'

Jerry Douglas will be there to talk about the Dobro and his own multiple Grammy-winning level of musicianship. A chance to pick the brain of a Master like Jerry is a rare occurrence. Even if you don't play Dobro, there's Jerry's style of note choices, phrasing, dynamics, backing a singer and improv concepts to take away and apply to your own instrument.

There will be concerts each night to hear many of the instructor/players perform and showcase their unique styles. After each show there'll be opportunities to talk to the players about the performances. In general it's an historic opportunity to hangout with your peers and learn from a great collection of stylists spanning the past several decades.

A single admission ticket, all-days Pass, is $475. That price already includes required 10.5% TN taxes and fees. Price also includes a non-refundable  registration fee portion of $75. After July 21st 2021, the remainder is also not-refundable (unless the event is cancelled). Purchasers of all-days Pass tickets can also buy ($50 each) up to 3 "Performances only" passes (total quantity limited) for any guest(s) they may wish to bring.

Note that meals and accommodations are not included. Staying at The Lodge by itself does get you access into the Steel Camp events. You must also purchase a ticket.

Yes. Players of all skill levels are welcome. There will be something for everyone!

Access to Camp events requires an All Event Pass ticket purchase.  UPDATE 6/21/2021 : Based on frequent requests, we have now added a very affordable 'bring a guest' ticket (non-refundable) that will allow the guest(s) to attend the evening performances ONLY - no access to the teaching sessions during the day. Note that these "guest" tickets can ONLY be purchased (limit 3) by someone who has already purchased an All Events Pass camp ticket. Also note that any cancellation of an All Events Pass ticket will automatically cancel any associated "guest" tickets.

Meals are not included in your tuition for the camp. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are offered in the venue's hotel dining room (subject to available staffing), daily. We will have complimentary coffee to start your day at the morning session. No outside food is allowed into the hotel meeting rooms. Link to  Nearby Restaurants  Link To UberEats  Link To GrubHub

We will not have space to accommodate student guitars in the classrooms. Classes will be given lecture style. We will provide blank tablature and note paper and pencils and you can record audio. You can certainly bring your guitar and have it in your room at The Lodge or in whatever hotel you are staying at.

Audio recording is permissible, for personal use only, NO VIDEO recording is allowed. Modern Music Masters has sole discretion over any official video documenting of the event. Photos for sharing on Social Media are allowed and encouraged!

Camp attendee registration begins on-site 3pm Friday. Check-in also available on Saturday and Sunday before 9am.

Average Weather in August in Nashville, Tennessee is daily high temperatures of around 87°F, rarely falling below 80°F or exceeding 96°F. Daily low temperatures 68°F, rarely falling below 61°F or exceeding 76°F. There are normally 8 hours of bright sunshine each day that's 62% - of daylight hours. There are usually 8 days in August with some rain.

The Lodge has wi-fi available. Phone reception will depend on your carrier.

About 45 miles, or approximately 1 hour of driving.

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