Upcoming Events

[X]
Wednesday, May 1 — Sunday, June 2
The Resurrection of Son House ~ World Premiere Revival
Geva Theatre

Featuring some of Son House’s greatest songs

[X]
Friday, May 10 — Sunday, May 19
Rochester Lilac Festival 2019
Highland Park

details

[X]
Monday, May 20
Guitar Ensemble Playing Presentation - ~free admission to RGC members, $5 contribution for others
Red Room at Asbury Methodist Church, 1010 East Avenue
7:00 - 9:00pm

Prof. Lynn McGrath will discuss guitar ensemble playing with audience participation and performance by the ECMS Guitar Ensemble. Please bring your guitar and join in!

[X]
Saturday, May 25
Mando! Mando! !every fourth Saturday!
Bernunzio Uptown Music
1:00 - 2:30pm

Guitarists! if you are also a closet mandolin player, come join us for this new monthly gathering. We’re looking for mandolins, mandolas, mandocellos, octave mandolins, guitars and basses. For a link to to our current scores, click here. We will meet every fourth Saturday.

[X]
Bernunzio Uptown Music
bernunzio.com
122 East Ave.
Rochester, NY
585-473-6140

[X]
Monday, May 27
Richard Smith Workshop ~3rd annual concert appearance
Kellish Hill Farm, 3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius, NY
3:00 - 5:00pm

Richard will be offering both a guitar player’s workshop from 3:00 - 5;00 pm and concert starting at 7:00 pm, The price for the workshop will be $50.00 per person and the material to be covered will be determined by the needs of those participating. Richard’s solo concert will start at 7:00 pm. The price of admission to the concert is $20.00 per person. There is a discounted price of $60.00 for those who will be attending both the workshop and the concert.

Finally, please click on the link below to enjoy a preview of Richard’s playing as he tears it up on a medley of Beatles tunes!

https://youtu.be/-Rzq0gt6CX0

Hope to see many of you at the workshop, the concert or both!!!

[X]
Monday, May 27
Richard Smith ~3rd annual concert appearance
Kellish Hill Farm, 3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius, NY
7:00pm

Richard will be offering both a guitar player’s workshop from 3:00 - 5;00 pm and concert starting at 7:00 pm, The price for the workshop will be $50.00 per person and the material to be covered will be determined by the needs of those participating. Richard’s solo concert will start at 7:00 pm. The price of admission to the concert is $20.00 per person. There is a discounted price of $60.00 for those who will be attending both the workshop and the concert.

Finally, please click on the link below to enjoy a preview of Richard’s playing as he tears it up on a medley of Beatles tunes!

https://youtu.be/-Rzq0gt6CX0

Hope to see many of you at the workshop, the concert or both!!!

[X]
Saturday, June 1
Down Home Bluegrass Jam ~First Saturdays
Bernunzio Uptown Music
10:00am - 12:00pm

Interested in learning Bluegrass without the break-neck tempo? The “Down Home” Bluegrass jam is Bernunzio Uptown Music’s newest addition to our growing series of monthly jams, and will provide a relaxed/supportive environment for the aspiring Flatt and Scruggs to perfect their skills.

ALL PARTICIPANTS IN BERNUNZIO’S JAMS/WORKSHOPS WILL RECEIVE 10% OFF STRINGS & ACCESSORIES ON THAT DAY.

[X]
Saturday, June 1
MANDOLIN BASICS Workshop taught by Ron Gordon
Bernunzio Uptown Music
1:00 - 2:15pm

$20 Call (585) 473-6140 to reserve your seat.
CLASS SIZE LIMITED TO 10 PARTICIPANTS

Handouts provided and recording devices recommended.

This class will provide you with many techniques and tips to improve your playing.

Mandolin is a most versatile fretted instrument. Like the violin, there is a classical repertoire and approach to learning technique; and also a wide range of ethnic, American, blues, ragtime, jazz styles that fit well. You can play lead like a fiddle, and, rhythm like a guitar. We’ll learn some of the fundamental finger exercises, scales, and closed chord shapes to either get you started or round out your mandolin endeavors. We’ll also learn a few tunes along the way.

You’ll have enough here to work on for months. Sound files will be sent out by email a few days before the workshop.

Check out Ron’s website, Learn Your Frets. It is an invaluable resource for stringed instrument players.

Call (585) 473-6140 or email julie@bernunzio.com

Hours:
Mon | Tues | Wed | Fri - 11am to 6pm
Thurs - 11am to 8pm
Sat - 9am to 4:30pm
Facebook

Instagram

YouTube

Newsletters

[X]
Hatch Recital Hall
web.esm.rochester.edu/concerts/halls/hatch/
433 East Main St.
Rochester, NY 14604 (Show Map)
585.274.1000

in the Eastman East Wing

[X]
Hochstein Music School Performance Hall
www.hochstein.org/
50 Plymouth Avenue North
Rochester, NY 14614 (Show Map)
(585) 454-4596

[X]
Little Theatre Café
www.thelittle.org/cafe.php
240 East Avenue
585-258-0400

[X]
Saturday, June 8
The Blues and Beyond ~ Workshop with Steve Greene
Bernunzio Uptown Music
12:00 - 1:30pm

These workshops start with basic blues playing and continue from there.

Some of the topics include:

- how to create new chords and lines
- increasing your technical skills
- how to listen more deeply in a group setting
- the art of not taking one’s playing too seriously

It helps if you already had a little experience with blues playing.
If you’ve been playing a long time this is a good workshop to add more spice to your playing.
It is always a fun time with ( new ) jokes, and new ideas.
All instruments are welcome Questions? Contact Steve@SteveGreene.Com

P.S. 1.5 hours only $15 - wow - !

Steve Greene has been teaching in Rochester N.Y. since 1980.
He is considered one of the best performers and improvisation teachers in the area.

[X]
Sunday, June 9 — Wednesday, June 12
Cleveland International Classical Guitar Fest Presented by Guitars International
Cleveland Institute of Music

https://www.guitarsint.com/guitar_festival

[X]
Thursday, June 13
BLUEGRASS JAM ~2nd Thursdays, 6:30PM, FREE
Bernunzio Uptown Music
6:30 - 8:00pm

This is a small gathering of players with medium to advanced skills. The jam provides a great opportunity to share musical ideas and tunes. The jam is held in the back room here in the store. A fun time is guaranteed for all.

[X]
Saturday, June 15
John Ferrara
Skaneateles Library
7:30pm

John Ferrara is a graduate of the Crane School of Music. During his studies he was chosen to perform in many Master Classes with world renowned artists including Sergio Assad, Ricardo Cobo, and Antigoni Goni & Pepe Romero. Ferrara is now in high demand as an instructor himself and teaches at the Music School of CNY, his studio in Central New York.

[X]
Sunday, June 16
Rochester Guitar Salon Join us for good music & coffee!
Barnes & Noble Community Room in Pittsford
12:00 - 2:00pm

Classical guitar players of all ages and ability levels are invited to perform, listen to others and enjoy the company of others who share your interest in classical guitar. Join us!

[X]
Monday, June 17
BLUEGRASS CRUISE on the Colonial Belle (Rain or Shine)
Colonial Belle from Fairport
6:45 - 9:00pm

Cost $22 per person

Reservations and prepayment: julie@bernunzio.com or call (585) 473-6140

Join the members of Bernunzio Uptown Music’s BLUEGRASS JAMS for a Bluegrass cruise on the water! Bring your instrument to play along or just come to listen, relax and enjoy the scenery. We hope to organize jams on the upper and lower decks, weather allowing.

Pizza included in the price. Cash bar available on board.

See details below:

BLUEGRASS CRUISE ON THE COLONIAL BELLE

Date: Monday, June 17 Time: 6:45 pm - 9pm

Arrival time: 6:30 pm Note: You may be delayed by trains crossing Main St. in Fairport

Place: 400 Packett’s Landing (behind the Village Hall), Fairport, NY 14450

Ample FREE parking is available.

Directions/Map

[X]
Thursday, June 20
Old Timey Jam ~3rd Thursdays, 6:30PM, FREE
Bernunzio Uptown Music
6:30 - 8:00pm

This is a small gathering of old timey string band enthusiasts and players with beginning skills. This jam is led by clawhammer banjo player, Dan Palmer. He coordinates the jam and information can be found at www.facebook.com/groups/oldtimenewbies/. This is beginner’s jam session with emphasis on Old Time music but other styles also. Played at a lazy tempo :-)

[X]
Sunday, June 23
Aaron Shearer Centennial
Carnegie Hall

2019 marks the centennial for Aaron Shearer and the celebration will present two special concerts at Carnegie Hall on June 23rd. The first is an afternoon performance by the New York City Guitar Orchestra and our own US Guitar Orchestra featuring William Kanengiser as soloist and three commissioned works by Brian Head, Bryan Johanson, and Kevin Callahan. Our second concert in the evening will feature Shearer’s most famous students—Manuel Barrueco, Ricardo Cobo, and David Tanenbaum. For complete details, see https://www.aaronshearerfoundation.org/site/2019-shearer-summer-institute/.