Pop Academy – GUITAR with Hanno Busch (D) & Lukas Hillebrand (A)

Do you want to further develop yourself on your instrument or in your songs? The POP.NONSTOP.ACADEMY is a unique academy format throughout Austria that helps you on your musical journey in the areas of creativity, technique, sound, and groove. You will be coached by experienced and international professionals who know exactly what matters in the music business and provide you with many insights into the professional world of music making.
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Your guitar coaches: Hanno Busch (D) & Lukas Hillebrand (A).

Explore various aspects of guitar within the realm of pop and rock music.

Key themes integrated into the coaching include:
* Sound
* Timing / Feel
* Spaces for individual expression/improvisation – especially in firmly arranged pop music
* Developing expressiveness and impact through emotional depth and intention
* Music theory and navigating the fretboard

During this week, you will receive:
* Individual coaching
* Band coaching
* Personalized tips for your playing
* Access to practice rooms and rehearsal spaces
* Free entry to the opening concert featuring “Gregor Meyle & Band”
* Jam sessions right by Lake Ossiach
* Participation in the closing concert on Friday, August 9, 2024

Target audience:
Students, music educators, professional musicians, music students, and hobbyists at an advanced level.

Course dates:
Sunday, August 4th, to Saturday, August 10th, 2024.

Meet & Greet for all participants and instructors – Welcome and course information: Sunday, August 4th, at 3 pm. 

For course placement, during registration, one to two audio or video files with meaningful demo material about your music and/or instrumental skills are mandatory! Submit either as a file to michael.mayer@die-cma.at or provide a corresponding link in the comments section.

Course fee:
€ 480 Early Bird discount until April 30, 2024. (Afterward €530)
(Excluding accommodation and meals)

Minimum participants: 10 people

Registration deadline: May 31, 2024

Accommodation and meals (full board / 6 nights):
€ 378 per person in a multi-bed room, excluding local tax
€ 558 per person in a double room, excluding local tax