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Old Settler’s Spring Pickin’ Party not only brings the best in live roots music, but also features opportunities to listen and learn from the best through our curated artist workshops.

Old Settler’s Spring Pickin’ Party not only brings the best in live roots music, but also features opportunities to listen and learn from the best through our curated artist workshops.

2024 Workshop Schedule

Dominic Fisher
The Hillsiders

Emphasis on the Rhythm
Friday 11:00 am – 11:30 am

We will discuss how understanding your instrument’s rhythmic role within a band is more important than anything else.

Jennifer Zavaleta
Open Space Yoga & Sound

Sound Healing Journey
Friday 11:45 am – 12:15 pm

Sound healing is an ancient practice, that through vibrational frequencies of various instruments (like gong, crystal and Tibetan bowls, chimes, percussion), is able to “match” frequencies in our own bodies, to promote the breaking up of stagnant energy within the body, and in the surrounding fields.

Dustin Welch
President and Founder of Soldier Songs and Voices

Soldier Songs and Voices
Friday 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm

Soldier Songs and Voices is a non-profit organization providing free instruments and music lessons to Armed Forces Veterans as a form of post conflict care. Discussions center around the program and how to start a chapter as well as the tools we have developed working with veterans and teaching songwriting to trauma victims.

James Hyland
South Austin Jug Band

The Creative Compass: Navigating the Songsmith’s Expedition
Saturday 11:00 am – 11:30 am

Step forth into the fray, weary settlers, and find yourself amidst our humble gathering, where we embark on a songwriting journey akin to the untamed wilderness of yore. As if traversing uncharted lands, we delve deep into the melodic realms, guided by naught but the flickering light of creativity. With resolute spirits, we navigate the winding trails of melody, harmony, and lyricism, forging new paths with every strum and stanza. Join us, dear friends, as we channel the spirit of the frontier and craft songs that echo the rugged beauty of our untamed world. In this gathering of kinship and song, we honor the legacy of pioneers past, embracing the wildness of our craft with every note penned and chord struck.

Will Coleman
Texas String Assembly

Mandolin Musings
Saturday 11:45 am – 12:15 pm

Rhythm, groove, and the philosophy of bluegrass jamming. For all skill levels.

Michael Adamczak
Texas String Assembly

Harmonica Havoc
Saturday 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm

Tips, tricks, and licks. For all skill levels.

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