Latest News
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Summer Uke Tour Postponed
Due to some family emergencies, I’ve cancelled a number of engagements for this summer. But not to worry… Ben Carr Music will be back to spread the good music vibe soon!!
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Uke+Drums=Love
Ben is about to finish up recording on his 6th studio album! This newest output from Ben Carr Music is (as the title implies) a fusion of his two musical passions, the ‘ukulele and the drums. Uke+Drums=Love is a three part album. The first involves just the ‘ukulele, including solo compositions, single take loop pedal infused songs, and arrangements that involve 2-3 uke over dubs. The second features just the drum and percussion instruments, including drum set duets and full percussion ensembles involving both afro-cuban and middle eastern instruments. The last of the tripartite utilizes both the ‘ukulele and drums. With a musical palette of rock, latin, classical, island, and…
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February East Coast Tour
Come on out to see Ben at one of these engagements in February. Feb. 15: w/Sunny Lowdown, Whetstone Station, Brattleboro, VT
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Ukulele Jazz Ensemble Classes begin in Feb!
That’s right! A new round of Uke Jazz Ensemble begins on Feb. 6, at the Vermont Jazz Center, located in the Cotton Mill, Brattleboro, VT. This 10 week class will cover a number of jazz standards and work through a variety of strum patterns & chord shapes, melody playing, and how to improvise a solo. More info and to register online: http://vtjazz.org
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New Music Book Available
Yes! Ben’s first music book is near completion and will be available in early December! (Just in time for holiday gift giving 🙂 You can pre-order at the Music Store The Ben Carr Music Songbook is an instruction manual with seven of Ben’s ukulele compositions and arrangements, which been notated and tabbed for your learning enjoyment. There are comments included with each song containing tips and suggestions on the musical approach to the chord/melody arrangements, strumming, and fingerpicking styles associated with each piece. Songs include Oakleaf, A River’s View of Sunrise, Scent of Spring, Elliott’s Lullaby, Spanish Rain, Galope, and A Song For Teeny. Happy Strumming! PS… be on the…
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Vermont Ukulele Harvest, Oct. 14
Saturday, October 14th, is the first Vermont Ukulele Harvest!! The event takes place at Main Street Arts in Saxtons River, VT, and is a full day uke intensive with workshops, jams, a catered lunch, an open mic, and an evening concert. Artists include: Victoria Vox Curt Sheller Ben Carr Jane Davies Lisa McCormick and introducing Veronica Stevens Register online at: http://vermontukuleleharvest.com
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Uke-n-Brew
The Uke-n-Brew Festival is happening on August 27th in Adams, Mass. Full event details on the FB page: Uke-n-Brew
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Uke Extravaganza
Join two of Vermont’s finest ukulele players for an evening dedicated to the joys of playing and listening to the friendly little stringed instrument. Led by seasoned musicians Ben Carr and Jake Geppert, the evening will feature a beginners’ workshop, a performance and an open jam session. All are welcome to participate! Have a uke? Bring it! Interested in trying but empty-handed? We’ll have some on loan to share. Adults: $10. Kids and seniors: $5. Pay at the door. Jamaica Town Hall: 3735 Route 30 (Main Street) Jamaica Village. Click for Facebook Event
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June Uke Tour
Late Spring/Early Summer dates are set. June 8 – Hickey’s Music Center, Ithaca, NY June 9 – Hambone’s, Pittsburgh, PA June 13 – Black Bear Burritos, Morgantown, WV June 15 – Wayne Senior Center, Wayne, PA June 16 – 2300 Arena, Philadelphia, PA June 17 – 4 Hr. Day Lutherie, Baltimore, MD June 20 – Cultural Arts Center, Glen Allen, VA June 22 – 3rd St. Coffeehouse, Roanoke, VA July 14 – GFFM, Bellows Falls, VT July 20 – Jamaica Town Hall, Jamaica, VT July 30 – Whetstone Station, Brattleboro, VT See ya out there!
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Spring Into Uke
This is a one day uke intensive located at Old Songs, Inc. in Vorheesville, NY, on May 13th. I’m offering a Beginners Workshop and an Intro to Fingerpicking Workshop. Other performers/educators include Jim & Liz Beloff, Paula Bradley & Bill Dillof, and Ron Gordon. Full details, schedule, and registration at: http://oldsongs.org/event/spring-into-uke-workshop-concert/
