Re: [Harp-L] SPAH and me

[rosco <roscoharp@xxxxxxxxx>]

As far as me helping out - I'm still learning this stuff, I'm a terrible
teacher, and I'm not very organized... but I'm happy to answer questions
and participate in discussions.

*Couple 3  ideas:*
*> *A panel discussion is a possibility - there are some heavy players who
do this kind of work professionally
*> *A participatory workshop with an actual professional band that has a
songlist including singer/songwriter tunes and a variety of other styles.
*> *I know I personally received a LOT of insight on fitting in from pro
songwriters and recording producer/engineers...find one of those guys who
will address the reputation, potential uses, and advancement our instrument


On Thu, Aug 20, 2015 at 1:05 PM, Jerry Deall <jdeall@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> Rosco,
> I tend to agree. However, I do really enjoy the instrumental expertise of
> many of the players in addition several genres harmonica trio and jazz tend
> to leave out vocals for the most part. In addition this year and last we
> had a couple of really great vocal seminars (thanks Brenda), which I hope
> continues.
>
> That said I would be very interested in some suggestions from you and
> other members on how we improve on this aspect which is lacking.  Please
> give some suggestions on how this would look, how we would staff it and if
> there would be a cost/benefit aspect.
>
> Ideas:
> More seminars on voice.
> Seminars on working with a band, including vocals
> Jams which specifically include vocals for those that want it. This may
> also help reduce the large groups which some jams get and offer some
> variety.
>
> Suggestion: volunteer to work on this.
>
> Thanks Jerry
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