BAND WORKSHOPS HAS SOME WONDERFUL FRIENDS AND SPONSORS.
THIS PAGE IS DEDICATED TO OUR FRIENDS.
PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO CHECK THEM OUT, READ WHAT THEY HAVE TO SAY AND VISIT THEIR SITES. MANY THANKS.
PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO CHECK THEM OUT, READ WHAT THEY HAVE TO SAY AND VISIT THEIR SITES. MANY THANKS.
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HANNAH VASANTH - JESSIE J, RIHANNA, ANASTACIA
"Music is all about the experience. The guys at Band Workshops know this, and they provide courses that are practical, fun and inclusive. I'm really behind what they are doing and love the idea that they create an environment where musicians can learn in an interactive way. " Website: www.hannahvasanth.co.uk Twitter: @hannahvasanth21 |
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SAM BROWN - SOLO ARTIST, JOOLS HOLLAND, PINK FLOYD "I think Band Workshops is a fantastic idea. It's bringing people together of different ages to create an experience of playing music and having lots of fun in the process. In that way, it's quite similar to the ukulele club and courses that I run, where the focus is on enjoying playing music with other people, rather than becoming a virtuoso! The musicians at Band Workshops seem to be determined to give people an experience that is positive from start to finish, and on every level." Website: www.thefabulousukuleleclub.co.uk |
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MARK RICHARDSON - SKUNK ANANSIE, LITTLE ANGELS, FEEDER "Band Workshops is a great way to get some experience and have fun playing with other musicians under the guidance of top professional players." Website: www.skunkanansie.net Twitter: @markskunkanansi |
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SCOTT GORHAM -THIN LIZZY "Thin Lizzy has always been a collaboration, a community of musicians. That's how I see Band Workshops. The guys there are building a community to help support musicians on their personal journeys. I applaud that." Website: www.thinlizzyband.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/thinlizzyofficial |
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ADRIAN SMITH - IRON MAIDEN "Playing in a band is all about listening to others, working together and developing your skills. That is the key to success and that is what Band Workshops does." Website: www.ironmaiden.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ironmaiden |
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BILL BRUFORD - YES, GENESIS, KING CRIMSON, EARTHWORKS "Mike Sturgis has been a brilliant drum teacher for years. If Band Workshops has his name attached to it, you are in safe hands." Website: www.billbruford.com |
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AZIZ IBRAHIM - STEVEN WILSON, SIMPLY RED, STONE ROSES, IAN BROWN, ASIA.
"I believe in sharing the knowledge and experience I have with younger musicians. It's the way of the world, our duty, to pass on our wisdom. There are many organisations out there that cater for aspiring musicians but only a few that genuinely believe as I do. Band Workshops is such a company that shares my vision and that I would honestly endorse." Facebook: www.facebook.com/azizibrahimmusician Twitter: @azizibrahim56Myspace My space: www.myspace.com/azizband |
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ANDY POWELL - WISHBONE ASH
"As someone who has been involved in a hard working band for many years, I know how vital it is to be able to work with people as well as being proficient on your instrument. Band Workshops is an educational experience that provides an opportunity to learn these fundamental skills. I fully support their efforts to provide music education that is practical and relevant." Website: www.wishboneash.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/wishbone.ash.official |
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STEVE RUCKER - HEAD OF DRUM STUDIES @ UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI, THE BEE GEES "Mike Sturgis is a consummate professional with an endless list of performance credits, and is proficient in an incredible variety of genres. Mike is adept at the most intricate of funk and jazz styles, as well as being a stone cold rocker. Add this to his many years of teaching, and you've got the perfect individual to lead the Band Workshops school." |
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JAMIE HUMPHRIES
Jamie is quite simply one of this country's great professional guitarists, with an envious back catalogue of work and a guitar tone to die for. Jamie is the touring guitarist of choice for Brian May (legend!), a long term contributor to Guitar Techniques magazine, music editor for iGuitar and has recorded more tutorial DVDs and books than you can shake a stick at. Jamie continues to straddle the guitar universe with his Musicman axe plugged into an array of Blackstar amps, AND he supports Band Workshops. If you don't know Jamie yet, check him out. Now. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/JamieHumphriesFans?ref=ts Website: www.jamiehumphries.com |
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ANDERTONS MUSIC COMPANY
Andertons is a family run musical instrument retailer with nearly 50 years of experience serving the music community in the UK. From their Guildford music store and online musical instrument shop, Andertons offers musicians a huge selection of high quality music equipment - all at competitive prices. Andertons takes pride in offering a high level of customer service. We at Band Workshops think they're great, so get down there and buy something! Website: www.andertons.co.uk Facebook: www.facebook.com/andertons |
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GUITAR VILLAGE
If you do happen to find yourself in the picturesque town of Farnham, Surrey, make sure you don't leave until you've been to Guitar Village. Absolutely rammed to the rafters with amazing instruments for all pockets, quite simply Guitar Village is a mecca for lovers of great guitars. If you pop in on a Saturday you'll probably find us upstairs staring longingly at the Gibsons! Website: www.guitarvillage.co.uk Facebook: www.facebook.com/guitarvillage |
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FLEETCROFT GUITARS
Fleetcroft Guitars can be found in the picturesque town of Godalming in Surrey, and they are a friendly bunch stocking a huge range of (you guessed it!) guitars, amplifiers, accessories and books. The guys are all enthusiastic, performing musicians and are on hand to help out with any questions you may have. They pride themselves on supporting the local music scene. Oh, and they love Band Workshops too! Website: www.fleetcroftguitars.co.uk |
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PROTECTION RACKET
Protection Racket's mission is simple; To provide the musicians of the world with musical instrument transportation systems of the highest quality, that combine effortless transportation & functionality with maximum protection, whatever the gig. Protection Racket supports Band Workshops & we love them! Website: www.protectionracket.co.uk Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Protection-Racket/107913387544 |
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ZILDJIAN
Zildjian has been making amazing cymbals since 1623 and they continue today being one of the biggest and most endorsed cymbal companies in the world. Their list of endorsees reads like a who's who of drumming legends, including: Taylor Hawkins, Mark Mondesir, Manu Katche, Gavin Harrison, Mick Fleetwood, Steve White, Mark Richardson and Band Workshops very own Mike Sturgis. Website: www.zildjian.com |
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MUSICIANS' UNION - MUSIC SUPPORTED HERE
Music Supported Here is a web based community specifically focused on supporting grass roots musicians across all genres. Designed as a space for musicians to raise issues affecting their work, Music Supported Here is the home of valuable advice, information and opinions to help all musicians develop their careers. Music Supported here is an initiative developed by the Musicians' Union at the beginning of 2010, in response to the rise in Internet piracy. Website: www.musicsupportedhere.com |
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