June 1: DADGAD Guitar Workshop with Pierre Bensusan
June 1: DADGAD Guitar Workshop with Pierre Bensusan
Saturday, June 1
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Description: French-Algerian acoustic guitar virtuoso, vocalist, and composer Pierre Bensusan, also known as “Mister DADGAD,” has taken his unique sound to all corners of the globe. We are very lucky to welcome him to Dusty Strings Music School for a special in-person workshop!
Designed for intermediate guitar players, Pierre will address various right and left hand techniques, posture, tone, rhythmic attention, phrasing, and expression. He'll help you identify what you wish to play with the goal of bringing together technique, intuition, performance and pleasure.
Registration & Refund Deadline: Thursday, May 30
Skills Needed: For intermediate guitar players
What to Bring: Your guitar tuned to DADGAD
Teacher: Widely recognized as one of the greatest guitar players of the 21st century, Pierre’s list of accolades began with winning Best Album at the Rose d’Or Festival in Montreux, Switzerland in 1976 for his debut, Près de Paris. Since then, he has collected numerous other awards and honors, including the Independent Music Award (IMA) for his 2014 triple live album Encore, and Best World Music Guitarist in Guitar Player Magazine reader’s poll in 2008.