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AMERICANA SONG ACADEMY 2008
WILL BE SEPTEMBER 2-5

2008 instructors we have so far are listed below. Next year's teachers will be announced later on in the year.

The Americana Song Academy is an exciting, comprehensive workshop with an emphasis on songwriting, lyric development, guitar technique and accompaniment. Designed for musicians, writers and songwriters of all ages who are interested in lifelong learning and acoustic American music in its finest traditions.

The Academy will be held at Camp Caldera, located in the High Cascade Mountains, just a few miles north west from Sisters, Oregon. Caldera, located on Blue Lake high in the Cascades, is a fantastic site surrounded by pine trees and snow capped mountains.the setting alone is inspirational. Come join the community of folks that call “Song Camp” home each year for a pilgrimage back to your creative self.

Award Winning Instructors include:

Keith Greeninger
www.keithgreeninger.com

Keith Greeninger paints intricate portraits of the human condition with powerful melodic images, engaging guitar rhythms and heart wrenching vocals.

Keith Greeninger
Jonathan Byrd Jonathan Byrd

Dennis McGregor
www.dennismcgregor.com

McGregor's songs are loved for their humor, lyrical wit and social relevance. His finger-pickin' guitar and deep voice add to his unique mix of musical styles and chops.

Dennis McGregor

 

Classes include:
  • "Songwriting and the Creative Process"
  • "Percussion Guitar Technique: How to Support the Singer-Songwriter"
  • "Poetry vs. song lyrics "
  • "Finger Style Guitar Pickin'"
  • "Perspectives on an Independent Musician"
  • "Anatomy of a Guitar"
  • ... and many more including mentor sessions with instructors.

Read what the students said about the Song Academy



Price: Until August 1st, Registration for the Song Academy is $350 (such a deal!).
After August 1st, the price goes to $400, so sign up now!

With your paid registration you get:

  • 3-days of Instruction
  • All class materials
  • All meals
  • Camping in Caldera teepee community
  • Professional performances
  • Open microphone performing opportunities
  • Swimming and amazing hikes are also available

An additional $50 purchases an all-events badge to the 2008 Sisters Folk Festival.

Class sizes are small and enrollment is limited to space available.
Don't miss out - Reserve your spot early!

Download Song Academy Registration Form
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For further information call (541) 549-4979
or email songacademy@sistersfolkfestival.org

Sponsors of the Americana Song Academy include:
Camp Caldera