October 2021
Bass Guitar Building: From the Bottom UP
Course Overview The bassist is the undisputed champion when it comes to holding down the rhythm, the groove, and the low end for almost any type of musical act; and their bass guitar is a true extension of the players’ ability and talent. Understanding the inner workings of a bass guitar allows the player to take a more active role in the development of their sound and be able to troubleshoot technical issues when they arise on stage or off.…
Find out more »November 2021
Songwriter SWAP MEET – Open Mic Event
Join Us for the NOVEMBER Edition of the SONGWRITER SWAP MEET @ El Camino School, Hosted by Chichi Gregor on MONDAY, November 1st. This Event will be held on the FIRST MONDAY of each month and is a Songwriter Focused Showcase / Open Mic Event. The SWAP MEET is open to Songwriters of ALL AGES and GENRES that want to come share their ORIGINAL songs in a safe environment, with a captive and receptive audience looking to help further develop…
Find out more »Guitar Setup 101: Floyd Rose Edition
Course Overview Proper care of your stringed instrument is paramount to the longevity of overall performance. In this course, students will learn to identify the needs and benefits of caring for your Floyd Rose-equipped guitar. You will get the chance to apply what you are being taught to your own guitar in a small class environment and be able to take with you the tricks and tips for making the setup process a breeze. Course Features Learn basic care and…
Find out more »Pedal Flow: Through & Through
Course Overview Every guitarist looks to have their own fingerprint or signature on the songs they play and inside of the bands they work with. Understanding how the guitar sound/signal can be manipulated, improved, and modified to the different personalities of each song and each guitarist is integral to separating you the guitarist from the sea of all other guitarists that are out there. In this course, the students will learn about signal flow, how different effects truly affect the…
Find out more »Songwriting Club
This is a Monthly Songwriting Club meetup at El Camino School of Music, starting at 2pm on the 2nd Sunday of each Month. Do you love music? Do you love creating? Are you looking to grow as a musician? Then this is exactly where you want to be!!! Sign in before the event here! https://forms.gle/KTEbpu8zeHSNkDLa7 Cost to Participate: $10.00
Find out more »Guitar Building: Assembly and Beyond
Course Overview The modern gunslinger is the guitarist and their ‘AXE’ is a true extension of the players’ ability and talent. Understanding the inner workings of a guitar allows the player to take a more active role in the development of their sound and be able to troubleshoot technical issues when they arise on stage or off. In this course, the students will get to assemble a guitar from a variety of classic body styles, install picks-ups, tuners, and more.…
Find out more »December 2021
Effects Pedal Building: FUZZ Face
Course Overview Guitar effects pedals, also known as “stomp-boxes,” are a useful tool in the guitar player’s toolbox for tone shaping. They are foot-pedal boxes that provide a variety of sound effects for the guitar to help to diversify the overall scope and range of the player’s tone and sound. Understanding the inner workings of an effect pedal as well as the options available allows for the player to take a more active role in the development of their sound…
Find out more »Guitar Setup 101
Course Overview Proper care of your stringed instrument is paramount to the longevity and overall performance of the instrument. In this course, students will learn to identify the needs and benefits of caring for your instrument. You will get the chance to apply what you are being taught to your own instrument in a small class environment. Course Features Learn basic care and maintenance of stringed instruments. Learn basic components and signal path in a guitar/bass. Get the chance to…
Find out more »Bass Guitar Building: From the Bottom UP
Course Overview The bassist is the undisputed champion when it comes to holding down the rhythm, the groove, and the low end for almost any type of musical act; and their bass guitar is a true extension of the players’ ability and talent. Understanding the inner workings of a bass guitar allows the player to take a more active role in the development of their sound and be able to troubleshoot technical issues when they arise on stage or off.…
Find out more »DRUM DISCOVERY Workshop: How to Find YOUR Sound
Course Overview A drummer is the backbone of almost any band or music group in today’s musical landscape. Being “on time” is just a small portion of what makes a successful drummer. The better a drummer can understand their kit and the wide array of options available to them, the better they can take full advantage of their craft. Since everything involved with creating a drummer's signature sound is subjective, this course is geared towards giving the students access to…
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