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2002 Hawaii Harmonica Masterclass Workshop



Class participants played with guitarist on Friday to try out the
instrumental song they wrote for the Saturday night performance.  The 
goal of this week-long class was to utilize techniques and concepts taught in the
class for this performance.  Guitarist Rick Baldwin and instructors
David Barrett & Mark Hummel helped critique the songs.






David Barrett and Teacher Accreditation class in the pent house with a beautiful view of Honolulu.


Kapono's was the concert venue for the show.  What a beautiful place to make music.


Students performing their instrumental songs at the concert.  Great job everyone!






(L-R) Cory Funai, David Barrett and Mark Hummel blow the last number of the night.  Bluezilla backed all the artists.

What participants had to say about this class:
“Not only is David an absolute master at blues harp, but he thoroughly communicates the expertise in an understandable way.  This workshop has ignited a fire in my soul to ultimately master this instrument.  With this workshop under my belt, I know now that I can.” 

“Dutch” Martin - PD-L2  Waikiki, Hawaii, July 2002


“The best in-depth explanations of how to construct logical and musical solos.  What I learned here will stand me in good stead for years to come.” 

Stuart Burke - PD-L2  Waikiki, Hawaii, July 2002


“It was a great way to help me really analyze what I’m playing and make it better.  My soloing will definitely improve.” 

Paul - PD-L2  Waikiki, Hawaii, July 2002


“An extremely valuable technical experience, as well as learning the blues.  A definite short track too being a better harp player.  Excellent!”

Mark Salter - PD-L3  Waikiki, Hawaii, July 2002


“I wanted to learn how to write (produce) a solo, and I did!”

Carl Brandt - PD-L3 Waikiki, Hawaii, July 2002


“Dave Barrett excels at explaining everything important for harp playing – tone, technique, and learning to solo and play with others.  The books and CDs are great for follow-up and practice. “ 

Paula Szoka - PD-L2  Waikiki, Hawaii, July 2002


“Dave Barrett is a serious student of music, a gifted and dedicated teacher, and a great blues harp player. His master class on soloing was extremely well thought out, packed with valuable information, and a [hell of a] lot of fun. It’s going to keep me going for a long, long time.”

Ken Banks - PD-L2  Waikiki, Hawaii, July 2002

Special Thanks to:
1)
Cory Funai & Bluezilla
2) KIPO Radio
3) Local Newspapers for Great Coverage
4) Henry Kapono for use of his wonderful club
5) Mark Hummel
6) Everyone else who made this class a success!















Workshop Location:
Aston Waikiki Sunset Hotel
 


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