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A Joyful Celebration

Thursday, March 20

12:30-1:15 PM

International Ballroom North

The Eclectic Styles Committee invites you join us for musicianship and community for all, sheet music AND soul provided! Bring your instruments and join in! A few instruments will also be available.

Jessica Stinson and members of the Eclectic Styles Committee

Mini-Jams

Thursday, March 20

1:30-4:45 PM

Baker

The Eclectic Styles Committee invites you to rosin up and bow at our annual Mini-Jam Mixers! This year, we’re starting our jam with “A Joyful Celebration” of musicianship and community for all, sheet music AND soul provided! Following, we provide fully-immersive mini jam sessions to inspire you to join our evening jams. Each session focuses on one style of music, and every session is facilitated by cultural insiders. This year’s schedule includes:

• 1:30: Scared to Jam? We’ll Help! (Lillian Green & Cindy Smith)
• 2:00: American Fiddle Tunes (Christen Blanton & Aisha Ivey)
• 2:30: Jazz & Blues
• 3:00: Celtic Music (Ashley Grebe)
• 3:30: Music of Latin America
• 4:00: Rock & Pop (Ryan Wallace & Jami Kleinert)

Wellness Lounge

Friday, March 21

10:00-4:45 PM

Baker

Take a moment out of your busy day and stop by the Wellness Lounge, hosted by the Wellness Committee. Participate in a mini-session to focus on your well-being.

• 10:00-10:20: Resilience for Musicians (Sarah Kim)
• 10:30-11:00: No More Emails! (Rachel Dirks)
• 11:15-11:45: Lower-Back Pain No More! (Noelle Rader)
• 11:45-1:00: Lunch Hour/Wellness Lounge Meet-Up
• 1:30-2:00: Constructive Rest (Lisa Sailer)
• 2:30-3:00: Yoga Magic for Musicians-Session 1 (Natalie Frakes)
• 3:15-3:45: Yoga Magic for Musicians-Session 2 (Natalie Frakes)

Eclectic Styles Presents: The Electric Playground

Saturday, March 22

10:00 AM-12:45 PM

Hanover F-G

Step into the "Electric Playground" and transform how you teach, perform, and create music! This hands-on session is designed for string teachers eager to dive into the world of electric instruments, effects pedals, PA systems, and digital audio workstations (DAWs). Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your expertise, this session will show you how to integrate modern technology into your classroom or performance space, offering students a fresh and inspiring musical experience. Discover the tools that can take your string teaching to electrifying new heights!