For bass and guitar players, drummers
Maybe you are returning to music after a break, or picking up an instrument for the first time. Perhaps you always wanted to have a go, but never had the opportunity?
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These sessions are aimed at anyone who wants to gain experience and confidence in playing and rehearsing with other musicians of a similar ability in a structured but fun, relaxed, small group setting. They are also ideal for people wanting to make the step towards joining a band, going to public jam sessions, open mic nights, or just to enjoy making music with others and get a feel for playing as part of a band line-up.
If you are a beginner or developing player who is becoming competent with the basics, can play simple grooves or bass lines, or can follow basic chords, you are more than welcome! There'll be plenty of support so no-one will be put under the spotlight. Drum kits can be provided.
We have a great venue in Cheltenham and run workshops roughly once a month on Sunday mornings. From beginner grooves, to 'mini gigs', there's a range of workshops to suit everyone. Refreshments and workbook material are provided. The cost is £40 per person, per workshop. You'll get a 2 hour session in a group of 6 to 12 people with expert guidance and support. You can participate as much as you feel comfortable with and there is opportunity at the end for some social time and to give feedback.


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Upcoming events
2025
Sunday March 2 at 10:30am
The BAND SESSIONS!
For bass players, guitarists and drummers
Learn four varied tracks at home or in your lessons, then join in with the band on the day with our special guest vocalist. A fun and valuable opportunity for learning essential band skills with other adult learners. Limited places
See 'How To Book' for more details
Sunday March 16 at 10:30am
BLUES FOR BEGINNERS
For bass players, guitarists and drummers
Explore four different styles of 12 bar blues. Teaching and support on the day. Material provided.
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Sunday April 6 at 10:30am
The BAND SESSIONS!
For bass players, guitarists and drummers
Learn 4/5 varied tracks at home or in your lessons, then join in with the band on the day with our special guest vocalist. A fun and valuable opportunity for learning essential band skills with other adult learners. Limited places
See 'How To Book' for more details
Sunday June 29 at 10:30am
The BAND SESSIONS!
Learn four varied tracks at home or in your lessons, then join in with the band on the day with our special guest vocalist. A fun and valuable opportunity for learning essential band skills with other adult learners. Limited places
See 'How To Book' for more details
Sunday August 3 at 10:30am
The BAND SESSIONS!
Learn four varied tracks at home or in your lessons, then join in with the band on the day with our special guest vocalist. A fun and valuable opportunity for learning essential band skills with other adult learners. Limited places
See 'How To Book' for more details
To find out more about the Band Workshops click to download the information sheet.
Reviews
Workshops are meant to be fun and inspiring, here's some of the feedback from previous sessions:
" Great sessions, very friendly, brilliant experience"
"it was a nice, friendly, 'safe' environment. My first experience of this so all amazing - thank you!"
"Niki's feedback was great on the drums, guitar and bass parts, was fun working on dynamics"
"Good mix of different songs and styles"
" just playing along with others is fab, it really makes you concentrate!"
"I liked the mix of different styles of songs and rhythms. Good to always have a 'classic' song that everyone knows"
"Perfect, ten out of ten, great group of people, all very enjoyable"
" Great fun, will definitely come again"
" I really enjoyed it - seeing how the bass fits in with drum and guitar parts"
"from an absolute novice, I now play in 2 bands. The workshops have really prepared me to play with other musicians"
"great getting the workshop sheets for new pieces in advance and being introduced to new songs to try"
"Refreshments and venue were excellent"