JANUARY 2020

Acoustic Guitar for Beginners

Saturday, January 11th from 4pm to 5pm

Our Acoustic Guitar Workshop will focus on guitar skills for the complete beginner! We will be learning tuning, proper right hand position and how to use a pick, left hand position and placement on the neck, how to read tablature and chord diagrams, your first scale, and your first three chords! And, you'll get to learn your first song with a fun rhythm pattern!

If you've ever thought about learning to play guitar, now is your chance! No experience necessary - You don't even need your own guitar (Just borrow one from the shop for an additional $5)!! Workshop cost is only $20, pre-registration is required, and space is limited to only 8 particants, so be sure to call today to register! 1(812)200-3300

DECEMBER 2019

Holiday Ukulele Workshop

Friday, December 20th from 5pm to 6pm

In this fun and festive workshop, beginner and intermediate ukulele players will enjoy learning a holiday tune featuring beginner chords and strumming patterns, a basic melody line from tablature, and intermediate chord-melody fingerstyle ukulele! In just an hour, we'll be playing and singing our jolly little hearts out!

All levels welcome! Cost for the workshop is $20 with your own ukulele...or borrow one from the shop for just $5 extra! Space is limited to only 10 participants, so call or email to register today!

1(812)200-3300 or weedpatchmusiccompany@gmail.com

NOVEMBER 2019

“Build Your Own Cigar Box Kalimba” Workshop

Saturday, November 30th from 5pm to 6pm

The Kalimba (also known as mbira, marimbula, or thumb piano) is an instrument of African origin that is thought to be thousands of years old, but we think you're going to love this variation on the Kalimba made out of a cigar box! These instruments sound great, are fun and unique, and are really easy to play!

Join us at Weed Patch Music Company to build your very own Cigar Box Kalimba! Workshop cost is $50 and includes everything you need to build your own instrument. We will provide the tools and instructions and walk you through how to create your very own instrument, tune your kalimba, and learn to play your first song! This will be a very small workshop due to space constraints and registration is limited to only 4 Kalimbas (2 people maximum per kalimba)! Pre-registration and pre-payment is required so be sure to contact us today! We can take registration and payment over the phone to secure your spot by calling us at (812)200-3300!

COMING SOON 2019 & 2020

Coming Soon - Workshop Season!

NOVEMBER THRU MARCH EVERY YEAR!!!

It’s that time of year again! Get ready to mark some dates on your calendars and join us for some fun and exciting workshops this winter! It’s cold and gloomy outside, so why not join us for learning a new instrument this winter! Check out our schedule of events below and stay tuned to our website for more information on each of these workshops! Be sure to follow us on Facebook to keep up to date on all of these fun activities!

JULY 2019

Indiana State Fingerstyle Guitar Festival

Check out some of the best Fingestyle Guitar Competitiors in the country at Brown County’s own Indiana State Fingerstyle Guitar Festival!

Join International Guitar Champions for a variety of Guitar Technique Workshops – led by champions Helen Avakian, Muriel Anderson, and Christie Lenee! Then, stop by the Friday Night Party for some serious guitar talent at The Brown County Inn. There are two stages of live music throughout the evening. Many of the competitors will be rotating through the open mic stage, along with Chuck Wills and Hondo Thompson MCing the event.. Like great music? “Listen Local” to these amazing artists!!

Saturday’s competition is a must-see! The competition will start at 11am, and will feature 30 of the best players in North America. Each will take the stage to play two songs of their choice. The final 5 competitors will be announced at the end of the afternoon competition, with the winner receiving a handbuilt guitar by Bloomington, IN luthier Thomas Roeger!

Stick around for the Saturday Night Concert after the event where the top 3 winners of the competition will be featured. The evening concert will be finished by the amazing Helen Avakian, Muriel Anderson, and Christie Lenee, former International Guitar Champions!

Visit indianastringfest.com for more information!

MARCH 2019

Weed Patch PeeWee Players Preschool Music Program

Every Thursday from 5pm to 6pm beginning on March 28th!

The Weed Patch PeeWee Players is a program for 2 to 5 year olds that focuses on introducing your preschooler to different musical instruments while making music and learning fun! Classes focus on singing, moving, and playing, while getting an introduction to various rhythmic and melodic instruments.

The PeeWee Players operates in a series of 5-class sessions. Each class within the session will be completely unique and involve all new songs and focus on different instruments or playing styles each week. The PeeWee Players Music Program is modeled after the popular Kindermusic and Music Together programs and provides developmentally appropriate music classes for your preschooler to learn basic music skills in an interactive and fun environment. Our classes begin with a hands-on introduction to all of the instruments used in the PeeWee's program and progress through the basics of rhythm and keeping the beat while incorporating singing, dancing, and movement activities to keep your kiddos engaged!

Our full 5-week session is only $75! Classes occur weekly on Thursdays (beginning on Thursday, March 28th) from 5pm to 6pm. Registration and Pre-Payment are required. Class size is limited to 10 participants, so give us a call today to get registered!

MARCH 2019

Fun with Boomwhackers!

Come and join us for a fun Boomwhacker Workshop for kids happening Sunday, March 10th from 4pm to 5pm!!

Haven't heard of Boomwhackers? These fun, color-coded, plastic percussion tubes are tuned to musical pitches and have become a favorite classroom instrument around the world! Our Boomwhacker Workshop is geared towards ages 2 to 6, but don't worry - these Boomwhackers are fun for adults, too! Just $20 for this hour-long workshop (or only $10 with registration for our upcoming Weed Patch PeeWee Players Preschool Music Program)! Space is limited to only 8 kiddos, so be sure to register today!

Contact us at (812)200-3300 or weedpatchmusiccompany@gmail.com to secure your spot!

FEBRUARY 2019

Acoustic Guitar Workshop for Beginners

Our Acoustic Guitar Workshop will focus on guitar skills for the complete beginner! We will be learning tuning, proper right hand position and how to use a pick, left hand position and placement on the neck, how to read tablature and chord diagrams, your first scale, and your first three chords! And, you'll get to learn your first song with a fun rhythm pattern!

If you've ever thought about learning to play guitar, now is your chance! No experience necessary - You don't even need your own guitar (Just borrow one from the shop for an additional $5)!! Workshop cost is only $20, pre-registration is required, and space is limited to only 8 particants, so be sure to call today to register! 1(812)200-3300

FEBRUARY 2019

Clawhammer Banjo Basics for Beginners

Join us for our Upcoming Clawhammer Banjo Basics Workshop on Saturday, February 9th from 4pm to 5pm!

Our Clawhammer Banjo Basics Workshop will focus on beginner old-time banjo skills, with an emphasis on perfecting the foundation of playing clawhammer banjo - the "bum-ditty" strum. We will also learn how to get started using your left hand by learning a basic melody and your first 2 chords. Participants will learn the basics and be given exercises and tips for continued exploration and education.

This workshop is for complete beginners (you don't even need to own your own banjo - just borrow one from our shop for an additional $5). Workshop cost is only $20, pre-registration is required, and space is limited to only 8 particants, so be sure to call today to register! 1(812)200-3300

JANUARY 2019

Journey Indiana Segment featuring Weed Patch Music Company

"There is something magical that happens when you are here in Brown County." Check out the magic of Weed Patch Music Company on a special episode of WTIU-TV’s Journey Indiana program, airing on Thursday, January 17th at 8pm!

DECEMBER 2018

Holiday Concert with Wallen & Phelps

Come celebrate Christmas at Weed Patch Music Company with an in-store concert by Wallen & Phelps!

The music of Dean Phelps and Brian and Molly Wallen is truly something special! Come check out the talent of Dean, Brian, and Molly with a performance including songs from their newly released album "Ten More Miles" - a collection of Folk, Bluegrass, and Blues-influenced Christmas songs! Dean, Brian, and Molly will provide the music, we'll provide the hot chocolate and candy canes, and you provide the Christmas cheer!

Suggested donation of only $10! Call ahead to reserve your seating! We will have limited seating available for only 20 people, so reservations are required!
1(812)200-3300 or weedpatchmusiccompany@gmail.com

DECEMBER 2018

Holiday Banjo Workshop

Come and join us for our fun Holiday Banjo Workshop! Using Beginner Banjo techniques and methods, we will learn how to play a popular holiday favorite!

This banjo workshop is perfect for beginner bluegrass banjo players who are looking to improve upon their techniques, add a new and familiar song to their repertoire, and get a chance to play with other beginner banjo players!

Only $20 for this hour-long workshop (or borrow a banjo from our shop for only $5 extra)! We only have spots available for 8 participants, so contact us to register today!

1(812)200-3300 or weedpatchmusiccompany@gmail.com

DECEMBER 2018

Holiday Ukulele Workshop

Come and get in the holiday spirit with our Holiday Ukulele Workshop!

In this fun and festive workshop, beginner and intermediate ukulele players will enjoy learning some holiday tunes featuring beginner chords and strumming patterns, a basic melody line from tablature, and intermediate chord-melody fingerstyle ukulele! In just an hour, we'll be playing and singing our jolly little hearts out!

All levels welcome! Cost for the workshop is $20 with your own ukulele...or borrow one from the shop for just $5 extra! Space is limited to only 10 participants, so call or email to register today!
weedpatchmusiccompany@gmail.com or 1(812)200-3300

NOVEMBER 2018

Beginner Ukulele Workshop

The ukulele has been gaining major popularity in recent years, and now you can find out why with our Beginner Ukulele Workshop!!!

The easy to learn and fun to play ukulele is the perfect first instrument for all ages or the perfect extra accompaniment for singing along with friends and family!

In our Beginner Workshop you'll learn all the basics of the uke, including the following: tuning, beginner chords, scales, learning how to improvise, and how to play almost every song in the world with only 4 chords!!! You don't even need your own ukulele to join in on the fun - just borrow one from us! Space is limited to only 10 participants, so contact us to register today!!!!

NOVEMBER 2018

Beginner Banjo Workshop

If you've ever been curious about playing the banjo, now is your chance to try it out!

Our Beginner Banjo Workshop is made for the complete beginner - No experience necessary! Bring your own banjo, OR borrow one from our shop for an additional $5! We will cover a brief history of the banjo, the parts of your instrument, and some basic rolls, patterns, and techniques for your right hand using your first three chords! Space is limited to only 8 participants so contact us to register today! You can reach us at:
weedpatchmusiccompany@gmail.com OR (812)200-3300

APRIL 2018

Brown County Bluegrass Bash at The Brown County Playhouse

Enjoy an evening of pure live, regional bluegrass with the fun and talented Blue Collar Bluegrass Band, featuring Bob & Tom Show Producer Dean Metcalf. This show is a benefit for Shriners Hospitals for Children. Opening act to be announced. Come early at 5:30 p.m. for a pre-show party. $50 includes party, buffet, admission, and priority seating. Concert only tickets are $15.

"Working hard in sharing bluegrass music." The Blue Collar Bluegrass Band consists of friends that have been picking together for a few years. Each member shares the same passion for traditional bluegrass as well as "newgrass" music. The band name Blue Collar Bluegrass represents the down-to-earth, hardworking attitudes that each member shares for life, work, and music. Band members include Mike Grimmitt - Guitar/Vocals, Mark Roembke - Guitar/Vocals, Carl Strohm - Fiddle Vocals, Jason Strohm - Banjo/Vocals, Dean Metcalf - Bass / Vocals, and Bill Haggard - Mandolin / Vocals.

TIME: 7:30 p.m.
ADMISSION: Pre-show party & admission $50; concert only $15
WHERE: Brown County Playhouse
PLACE: Brown County Playhouse
PHONE: 812.988.6555

http://www.browncountyplayhouse.org

MARCH 2018

The Weed Patch PeeWee Players Preschool Music Program!

Weed Patch Music Company's newest classes for your tiniest musician!

Begins Thursday, March 22nd from 5pm-6pm

The Weed Patch PeeWee Players is a program for 2 to 5 year olds that focuses on introducing your preschooler to different musical instruments while making music and learning fun! Classes focus on singing, moving, and playing, while getting an introduction to various rhythmic and melodic instruments.

The PeeWee Players operates in a series of 6-class sessions.  Each class within the session will be completely unique and involve all new songs and focus on different instruments or playing styles each week.  The PeeWee Players Music Program is modeled after the popular Kindermusic and Music Together programs and provides developmentally appropriate music classes for your preschooler to learn basic music skills in an interactive and fun environment.  Our classes begin with a hands-on introduction to all of the instruments used in the PeeWee's program and progress through the basics of rhythm and keeping the beat while incorporating singing, dancing, and movement activities to keep your kiddos engaged!

Our full 6-week session is only $75!  Classes occur weekly on Thursdays (beginning on Thursday, March 22nd) from 5pm to 6pm.  Registration and Pre-Payment are required.  Class size is limited to 10 participants, so give us a call today to get registered!

MARCH 2018

Brown County Youth Music Showcase

Saturday, March 3rd - 7:30pm to 9:30pm at the Brown County Playhouse

Enjoy a delightful evening of Brown County's most talented residents, produced and emcee'd by Kara Barnard as a fundraiser for the BETA Teen Center! The show features a variety of ensembles, solos, and duets with participants ranging from 6 years to 18 years old (plus a few *older* guest artists)!. There will also be a silent auction before the show - proceeds go to benefit the Beta Teen Center!

JANUARY 2018

Brown County Winter Ukulele Festival

Friday, January 26th through Sunday, January 28th

Don't miss out on the Brown County Ukulele Festival...a weekend of great music, fun, and camaraderie at the Brown County Inn, sponsored by Mainland Ukes! There will be fantastic performers, ukulele workshops for beginners as well as the advanced player, evening concerts, open mics, strum-alongs, and lots and lots of jamming. Tickets for the festival are $50; hotel not included.  For more information on the festival, visit:  https://browncountyukefest.com/

JANUARY 2018

The Complete Beginner's Ukulele Workshop

Saturday, January 13th - 4:00pm to 5:00pm

Get ready for the upcoming Brown County Ukulele Festival with our Complete Beginner's Ukulele Workshop!  No experience is necessary - We'll teach you everything you need to know to get started!  Bring your own uke, or borrow one from our store (for only $5 extra!)!  We'll focus on all the basics - tuning, strumming, your first three chords, some right hand strumming patterns, and learning to improvise!  Perfect for ages 8 and up (all ages welcome - kid's younger than 8 require parent supervision).  Space is limited to 12 participant, so reserve your spot today!  Contact us for more information or to get registered today!!!