2024 LIVE CLINICS
GUITAR MYTHOLOGY AND YOU
11.30
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Join Sam Bell for a session focusing on the reality of playing guitar, musicianship, key skills, technically, theoretically and philosophically. The class will include practical ways of approaching the guitar in a creative, fresh and personal way.
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Sam Bell is a Professional Guitarist from the South of England, known for his work in Mask of Judas and his own solo projects. A prolific tutor, Sam has created hundreds of courses for LickLibrary.com and is Head of Guitar at WaterBear College of Music in Brighton.
Sam has toured with various productions and artists such as Sian Evans/Kosheen, Viva Productions, Women In Rock and Platinum Queen. Having started guitar at the age of 6, Sam's diverse style ranges from Classic Rock and Blues, through to Ambient soundscapes and Modern Metal.
You can check out more about Sam here: www.sambellguitar.com and also find his new book 'Creative Pentatonic Concepts' on sale at Amazon.
GUITAR SETUP MASTERCLASS WITH JAMES COLLINS
12:45
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Have you ever wondered what goes into a guitar setup at the top level?
James Collins has trained guitar techs for some of the world’s biggest touring artists including Coldplay, Robbie Williams and Deep Purple. In this one hour masterclass he will share the fundamentals of setting up three of the most common instruments that cross his bench - a Fender Stratocaster, a Gibson Les Paul and a flat-top acoustic guitar.
A graduate of the prestigious Galloup School of Guitar Making (Michigan USA) and an internationally renowned luthier in his own right, James Collins brings decades of experience to the European guitar scene. This year sees the release of his much-anticipated debut book “Electric Guitar Set Up, Maintenance and Repair” published by Crowood Press.
Find out more about James:
Buy Jame's Book here - https://bit.ly/3K9JWbs
BOSS PRESENT: THE KATANA GEN 3 AMPLIFIER SERIES
14:00​
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Matt Knight, European Product Manager for BOSS will be joined by Joe Branton from the Guitar Nerds podcast to talk you through the third generation of their award-winning, breakthrough Amplifier range the Katana. Talking stories, what’s new, tips, tricks and how to dial in a great sound using Katana.
Find out more about the Katana Gen 3 here: https://www.boss.info/global/promos/katana/
NOTE: Advertised clinic times my vary slightly on the day of the show
11:00 - DEMYSTIFYING PEDAL SETUP
WITH NRG EFFECTS & HAMSTEAD SOUNDWORKS
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Discover how the order of your effects pedals shapes your tone in this hands-on masterclass, hosted by Neil Grimes (NRG Effects) and Brian Love (Hamstead Soundworks).
From the fundamentals of pedal placement to advanced signal chain strategies, Neil and Brian will guide you through the art of building a pedalboard that works in harmony with your playing style and amp.
This practical session will cover:
• The essential principles of pedal order and why it matters
• How different effects interact with your amp and each other
• Hands-on demonstrations with real-world setups
• Expert tips to refine your tone and avoid common pitfalls​
12:10 - GUITAR SETUP MASTERCLASS
WITH WYATT AUDIO
With over a decade of hands-on experience fettling, fixing, and occasionally Frankensteining guitars and pedals, Wyatt has seen it all, from budget Squiers to vintage Guilds. Now he’s sharing his secrets in a no-nonsense clinic that’ll walk you through the fundamentals of guitar maintenance and setup.
Expect real-world advice on:
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Cleaning and conditioning your instrument
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Adjusting truss rods, saddles, and action
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Tackling those "scary" bits you’ve been avoiding
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Keeping your rig gig-ready and roadworthy
https://www.instagram.com/wyattaudiouk
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13:20 - FROM SCREEN TO STAGE - WITH MARTINA BLAZESKA
WRITING, PERFORMING, AND CREATING OPPORTUNITIES AS AN ARTIST IN THE MODERN GUITAR INDUSTRY
Making her UK clinic debut, Macedonian guitarist and singer-songwriter Martina Blazeska is carving a bold path in the modern music industry. With viral videos, endorsements from Ibanez, Yamaha, Shure and Laney, and a European tour supporting the Martin Miller Session Band under her belt, she’s fast becoming one of the most exciting new names in guitar. In this exclusive session, the Berklee graduate shares her journey from bedroom recordings to international stages, covering songwriting and performance techniques, gear talk, social media strategy, and how to build lasting opportunities as an independent artist. A must for anyone looking to turn creativity into a career.
https://www.martinablazeska.com/
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