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All Instruments: Fusio Jam Session for Teens (Ages 14-17)

All Instruments: Fusio Jam Session for Teens (Ages 14-17)
Teen Fusio Jam - Guitar
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  • Price: $960
  • Available:September 28, 2026 - May 10, 2027
  • Instructor:Bill Parsons

Course Description

Play in a band exploring rock, jazz, blues, and singer songwriter classics.

All instruments welcome, including electric and acoustic guitars, piano (or keyboards), bass guitar, drums, percussion, strings, banjo, and accordion. This class is for experienced beginners and intermediate level players. This course is not appropriate for complete beginners.

NOTE: New students registering for this class are asked to submit two (2) video demos to help the instructor plan repertoire and arrangements. Demos must be submitted during the registration process. Further details will be provided by instructor one week before the class start date.

What is Fusio Jam Session?

Fusio Jam Session is about playing in a band. It’s taught by guitarist, Bill Parsons. There are two types of bands: All Instruments and Guitar Group. In both, Bill teaches the art of ensemble playing, i.e. how to play in a band. By fusing the musical personalities (and abilities) of the players, each band discovers its unique way of performing songs, this is Fusio.

What’s covered in the class

Integrating creativity and musicianship, Fusio bands interpret a diverse repertoire suitable to the players in the band. Participants learn how to play more effectively and expressively as they explore their role in the band.

Using staff & tab notation, chord charts, lead sheets, and lyrics, students focus on 'groove', balance, accuracy, and listening, as well as melodic and harmonic expression. Listen, react, interplay, and explore.

If you are interested in registering for this Fusio Jam Session for Teens, please contact Bill Parsons at [email protected] for more information.

NOTE: New students will be required to submit a playing demo for the purposes of placement. Further details will be provided by instructor Bill Parsons one week before the class start date. 

Full Year*

Weekly 45-minute classes 
28 sessions 
Instructor: Bill Parsons

MONDAY

September 28, 2026-May 10, 2027
5:45-5:30 pm

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*This is a full-year course. Students interested in joining the group mid-year may be considered upon approval of the instructor.

Submitting a good quality audition or demo is essential for our instructors to assess playing ability and fit for our ensemble classes. A minimum of two recordings is required.

Here are some tips on how prepare your audition or demo.

REPERTOIRE

  • Choose pieces that showcase your playing skills.
  • Two contrasting performances are preferred.

EQUIPMENT

  • Use a tripod or stand to secure your camera, phone, or tablet.
  • Consider using a directional mic for optimal sound. 
  • Use lighting that allows you to be seen clearly.

RECORDING LOCATION

  • Find a quiet room without an echo.
  • One recording of a live performance is acceptable provided the sound quality is good and you are clearly visible.
  • Avoid bright lights behind you (i.e., windows), which might draw light away from your performance.

FRAMING & BACKGROUND

  • Instrumentalists: position yourself close enough to the recording device so that you and your instrument are visible, and the instructor can see things like your posture, hand position, embouchure, and breathing.
  • Singers: a full-body video is preferred so the instructor can your posture, breathing, and gestures. 
  • A clean, uncluttered background is ideal so that nothing distracts from your performance.

FORMAT

  • Videos should be submitted in long format via sites such as YouTube or Vimeo.
  • Shortform video submissions via TikTok or YouTube Shorts will not be accepted.