These events from Dusty Strings missed the September Flyer:

Blues Harmonica Master Class with Grant Dermody. Saturday, September 2, 11am-1pm. Cost: $90. In person at Dusty Strings, 3406 Fremont Ave N. In this special master class, Grant will share his approach and techniques, share tips from the pros, and answer questions about practicing and musicianship. Every participant will have the opportunity to receive individual attention, and Grant may invite students to play for constructive feedback. Grant will also share his deep knowledge of the blues and stories of his life as a career blues musician. Register at dustystrings.com.

Beginning Ukulele 1 with Birch Pereira. Four Wednesdays, September 6, 13, 20, 27. 12pm-1pm. Cost: $120. In person at Dusty Strings, 3406 Fremont Ave N. Learn the fundamentals of this popular instrument! You’ll start off learning how to hold, tune, strum, and play basic chords and melodies from TAB. You’ll learn basic strumming and rhythmic patterns, develop good practice habits, and even start singing along to familiar songs as you play! This class is perfect for total beginners and those with a little bit of experience. Register at dustystrings.com.

Beginning Guitar 1 with Jonathan Shue. Four Saturdays, September 9, 16, 23, 30. 11am–12pm. Cost: $120. In person at Dusty Strings, 3406 Fremont Ave N. Over the course of four weeks, you’ll learn at least three basic chords and strum patterns used throughout popular music. You’ll develop good practice habits and a strong foundation for playing guitar with ease so you can enjoy your instrument for years to come! We’ll explore popular songs from the 20th century from folk to rock. Register at dustystrings.com.

Swinging the Blues with Eric Madis. Saturday, September 16. 11am–1pm. Cost: $50. In person at Dusty Strings, 3406 Fremont Ave N, Seattle. This class teaches a jazz approach to the blues, including understanding the song structures and harmo-ny/theory of blues. Learn a blues tune/progression, new chords and techniques for soloing, include scales, arpeggios and classic riffs. For intermediate guitarists. Eric Madis is a working musician and recording artist and has taught guitar throughout the U.S. and Canada since 1976. Register at dustystrings.com.

Anything Goes! Broadway Showtunes for Ukulele with Susan Howell. Five Tuesdays, Sept. 19, 26, 3, 10, and 17. 12pm–1pm. Cost: $120. In person at Dusty Strings, 3406 Fremont Ave N. Learn and explore Broadway showtunes from Cole Porter to Leonard Bernstein to Lin-Manual Miranda. Suggestions welcome!

Songwriting Intensive with Tai Shan. Five Tuesdays, September 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17. 7pm–8:30pm PST. Cost: $150. Online via Zoom. Join Nashville songwriter Tai Shan for a four-week online songwriting course designed to get you writing a new song every week! During each session, Tai will provide you with a prompt to use as inspiration to write a song, poem, or chord progression. The following week you will bring your creation to share with the group (either live or with a basic recording from your phone). Scared you will not know what to write? In every class we will explore the tools you need in your songwriter’s tool chest to work as a professional songwriter.

Guitar Master Class with Muriel Anderson. Saturday, September 23. 11am-1pm. Cost: $90. In person at Dusty Strings, 3406 Fremont Ave N. In this special master class, Muriel will share her innovative approach to technique, arranging, interpretation, and inspiration. Participants will learn new riffs or tunes, and Muriel will play a few tunes, as well. Every participant will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive individual attention on techniques, playing, and musicianship to help you make the most of your time with your guitar.

(Please send your listings by the 15th of the previous month to include them in our calendar listings. The next issue will be a combination July/August – plan ahead!)

Friday, June 2
Not 2 Much presents “Noite Brasileira: featuring Adriana Giordano” Northwest favorites Marina Albero (Synths/Keys) and D’Vonne Lewis (Drums) create a powerful soundscape of rhythm and textures while opening space for some unique players to join and take us on a musical journey.  10:30pm, The Royal Room Tickets: $20 advance, $25 doors https://theroyalroomseattle.com/

• Traditional and Contemporary Dance Performances
• Variety of Classical and New Music
• Film Festival
• Tattoo Exhibit and Demonstration
• Workshop about the Ancient Writings of the Philippines
• Culinary Arts and Cooking Demos
• Art, Photography, and Artifacts Exhibits
• Children’s Activities

Sunday, June 4
New England Jam, 6-8:30pm at the Couth Buzzard
hosted by Laurie Andres & WB Reid

Wednesday, June 7
Alan Hirsh concert at the Greenwood Senior Center,  1-2pm
Join music historian and veteran performer Al Hirsch as he plays and discusses favorite American folk tunes.
Info: 206.297.0875

Saturday, June 10
FORTNIGHT OF DOOM rescheduled to June 24
Due to the scheduling of a memorial for marvelous musician and sweet soul Harper Tasche, Magical Strings and the Whateverly Brothers are rescheduling FORTNIGHT of DOOM 4/V  “Busted All Over?” June 10th to Saturday, June 24th at the usual 5 PM, on our FB and YT page/channel.  Happy Solstice y’all!

Tuesday, June 21
Summer Solstice Labyrinth Walks, 7–9pm
Celebrate the longest day of the year by walking labyrinths together. The labyrinth is an ancient way to reflect and center. This outdoor family-friendly event includes multiple labyrinths, stations for chalk art and crafting, and the evening will conclude with a led circle dance.  Saint Mark’s Cathedral, 1245 10th Avenue East, Seattle, 98105. No charge to attend; contributions welcomed. RSVP at  https://summersolsticelabyrinths2023.bpt.me/ or walk up the day of the event. Produced by Gathering Ground. Info: GatherinGround.Seattle@gmail.com or (206) 880-3641.

These calendar items were submitted too late to make it into the November Flyer, but we don’t want you to forget them!

Nov 3, 2022- Lake City Contra Dance at the Seattle Latvian Center – “Bandwidth” (Keith Moe, Gordy Euler, Carl Thor); Rich Goss & Elizabeth Bretschneider callers – Portland & Olympia Info at http://seattledance.org/contra/lakecity or https://facebook.com/groups/LakeCityContraDance/ or (206)525-0932.

Nov 10, 2022- Lake City Contra Dance at the Seattle Latvian Center – “The Engine Room”: Noah VanNorstrand (of Great Bear & Buddy System – VT), Alex Sturbaum (of Countercurrent, One Dollar Whiskey, Lobsters of Destiny, & Natterjack), & Kelsey Wells (of Turnip the Beet – VT) – fiddles, banjo, guitar); George Marshall caller (W MA) Info at http://seattledance.org/contra/lakecity or https://facebook.com/groups/LakeCityContraDance/ or (206)525-0932.

Nov 17, 2022- Lake City Contra Dance at the Seattle Latvian Center – “La Famille Léger” (Devon, Louis, & Dejah Leger – fiddle, accordion, piano); Amy Wimmer caller Info at http://seattledance.org/contra/lakecity or https://facebook.com/groups/LakeCityContraDance/ or (206)525-0932.

WEDNESDAY Nov 23, 2022- Lake City Contra Dance at the Seattle Latvian Center – Thanksgiving eve – “Chicken Feathers” (WB Reid, Bonnie Zahnow, & Laurie Andres) host an open band night – musicians are welcome to sit in! Lindsey Dono caller PLUS the fabulous ContraCrafters will be showing & selling their creations! Info at http://seattledance.org/contra/lakecity or https://facebook.com/groups/LakeCityContraDance/ or (206)525-0932.

Nov 24 – No Lake City Contra Dance – Happy Turkey Day!

Dec 1, 2022- Lake City Contra Dance at the Seattle Latvian Center – “Click Bait” (Ryan McKasson, Dave Bartley, Anita Anderson – fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bouzouki, piano); caller TBA Info at http://seattledance.org/contra/lakecity or https://facebook.com/groups/LakeCityContraDance/ or (206)525-0932.