It’s the perfect event to meet with other local musicians while learning from some of the best music industry professionals throughout the country in a relaxed and friendly environment.

One to one and group sessions will be offered across acoustic and electric guitar, bass, drums/percussion, electric guitar sounds and an introduction to recording techniques.

The all day event is open to everyone aged 13-18 and costs just £10. Registration is essential for the limited spaces available.

Contact Glasgowbury for more information or to register for the workshop by emailing workshops@glasgowbury.com or call the team on 028 796 28428.

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The workshop will be run as part of the group’s UK recognised award winning Rural Key Music Programme and will feature sessions in guitar, bass, drums, piano, singing and garage band.

Taking place at the Cornstore Youth Club on the Rack Row in Draperstown, the day will feature musicians and sound experts delivering sessions in their field.

The course is open to beginners, intermediate and skilled musicians alike who can gain experience and knowledge across a range of platforms.

Skilled players can hone their talents further while perhaps learning aspects of a new instrument and beginners can dip their foot across a number of styles to see what suits them best.

Only a few places for this highly desirable course remain and booking is essential. For more information and to register, contact Glasgowbury on 028 796 28428.

Cost for the all day course is £10.

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Children aged 8-15 will have the chance to join the classes when they return at the Cornstore Youth Club in the town from Monday 16th May with dancing for those aged 8-11 taking place from 3.30pm to 4.30pm and for those aged 12-15 from 5pm to 6pm.

Classes are £2 per child and registration is essential. Contact Glasgowbury on 028 796 28428 for more information and to book a place.

Designed to introduce children to the world of dance, the classes are also a great form of fitness and provide a chance for children to make new friends.

Adult dance classes will also return in the town from 7.30pm to 8.30pm on Tuesday 17th May with the style of salsa forming the main focus of dance for participants.

These classes will take place at the Back Row Recreation Centre in the town and will cost £3 per participant.

For more information contact Glasgowbury on 028 796 28428 or register on the night.

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The Rural Key Workshops will take place in Draperstown from Saturday 16^th October and will run over a period of eight weeks, offering various insights into the world of sound.

The free workshops are open to everyone – from bands and artists to those interested in becoming engineers to venue owners and proprietors with in-house PAs.

The one-day classes will give an insight into working with sound in various locations from theatres to halls to bars. Broken down into two categories, workshops will be delivered in Sound Engineering and Live Band set-ups.

Sound Engineering Workshops include: introduction elements, set-up and cabling of full PA system, gig procedures including stage plans and channel listings, desk inspection including effects, inserts, EQ and mixing.

Band Live Workshops include: introductory elements, band set-up, mic-up and line checks, sound checks, performance breakdown/sound improvement and associated requirements for gigging and touring. This workshop will also include a section of live recording.

Participants will also have the chance to avail of observation and hands-on interaction at G Sessions and other related gigs following the workshops.

Sound Engineer workshops will take place on Saturday 16^th October, 23^rd October, 13^th November and 27^th November.

Live Band workshops will take place on Saturday 30^th October, 6^th November, 20^th November and 4^th December.

For more information or to book a place, email workshops@glasgowbury.com

The Carnegie Rural Spark Awards recognise those groups who have helped to transform the areas in which they live and have achieved something remarkable within their rural community.

The Rural Key Music Project, a diverse music program which offers local acts a chance to meet and learn, has been chosen to represent Northern Ireland in the esteemed awards.

Now an established and massively respected project, the Rural Key began from humble beginnings, realising a demand for rural musicians and filling the gap, giving bands and artists the time, space, resources and respect needed to develop their careers.

Industry professionals, music stalwarts and the participants themselves work together, building and developing a strong music community where like-minded people work towards a common goal.

The course founder and tutor, Paddy Glasgow, is privileged that the Rural Key has been recognised as Northern Ireland’s Rural Spark.

“We’re honoured that the Rural Key has been identified as a rural champion and chosen as Northern Ireland’s representative,” he said.

“The project has long given its participants an alternative approach to the music world, offering a sanctuary for acts both locally and further afield to learn about the practical side of the industry and through its completion, many bands and acts have progressed into fields of work that may not have been possible without the help of the course.

“While supporting local talent and offering them a sanctuary, The Rural Key Music Project is part of a much bigger picture where the whole community benefits,” said Paddy.

“Although still in its relatively early stages, the Rural Key will continue to grow while maintaining the same standards which have already seen it recognised as a rural innovator.”

Enjoying his second year on the course, indie songwriter John Gribbin said:

“The Rural Key Project is more or less a mix of singers, songwriters and bands all sitting down together every Saturday with some tutors and good friends discussing different aspects of the music industry.

“There are key areas covered during the year – for example how to make a press pack, how to talk to a sound man, song writing techniques, live recording – although some days you come in and it’s decided that certain people might be paired together and asked to work on a tune.

“Last year was my first year on The Rural Key Project, and it was my first time in a recording studio so I really appreciate the opportunities that I have been given by Paddy and the team.”

As one of the country’s most exciting young bands, The Q have relished the opportunities offered by the course.
“The Rural Key has, and will, change our band,” they said. “We’ve been taken out of the comfort zone in which we were just gliding.

“Before joining the Rural Key we had never given much thought to pre-production, dynamics or presentation. But the Rural Key isn’t just an academic course, it’s an opportunity to discuss and learn with, and from, similar musicians about all aspects of making, producing and performing your own music.

“Other projects may give you some letters after your name or a nice certificate to hang on your wall but the Rural Key will give you the know-how and the ‘know-who’ to go out and make your mark as a serious artist.”

Songstress Shauna Tohill has welcomed the relaxed atmosphere offered by the course:

“It’s such a refreshing thing to be involved in,” she said. “Every Saturday I come down to the project and there’s a massive smile on everybody’s face – no matter what kind of mood you’re in, they make you feel happy.

“It’s a place where acts are really encouraged to play without being criticised. Everyone works together for the benefit of everyone else; it’s a really productive environment.”

Established songwriter Junior Johnson used the Rural Key as a tool to focus in on the most important parts of his music career.

“Talents and abilities are brought to the fore with the help of everyone. Drawing from the wealth of knowledge possessed by the organisers as well as mixing all kinds of musical tastes, genres and backgrounds has enabled me to expand my own songs and diversify my music to create an entirely new sound, one I’d only ever wished I could achieve.

“I’ve learnt a detailed account of the inside of the industry and that very few people are as honest or as genuine as the Rural Key team. I draw deep inspiration from being around people with such drive and truly believe that this approach is the way forward.”

Wednesday 17th June sees the Rural Key Music Project move into the city of Derry when The Acoustic Lounge plays host to a Showcase Night featuring this year’s participants.

After the recent successful Launch of ‘Songs in a Rural Key 3′ in Draperstown, the G Team are hitting the road with their new release.

Performing on the night will be The Q, Silhouette, John Gribbin, Oonagh Clarke and Junior Johnston

The CD will be available on the night. If you would like to place an order for a copy, then get in touch with us here,  www.myspace.com/glasgowbury or email: glasgowbury@gmail.com

Rural Key Artist Links

www.myspace.com/theq42
www.myspace.com/silhouetteofficial
www.myspace.com/johngribbin
www.myspace.com/oonaghclarke01
www.myspace.com/juniorjohnsondotnet
The Rural Key Music Project is funded by UnLtd* Millenium Awards and Awards For All