Fil Pate

Guitarist. Mandolinist. Music Theory Enthusiast.

Tampa Music Workshop December 8-9 2023 at 1920 Ybor City

 

The Venue - 1920 Ybor City

Original Vision

2 Days of Music immersion

Elevate your musical ideas and playing technique by joining the first annual Tampa Music Workshop!

Hosted at the beautiful and expansive 1920 Ybor event space on 7th Ave in historic Ybor City, this 2 day Music Workshop will include masterclasses by incredible musicians and teachers along with break-out sessions in groups specifically by your instrument! This will be a harmonious blend of learning, collaboration, and pure musical educational magic. Renowned musicians and industry experts graciously share their wealth of knowledge, providing invaluable insights into technique, theory, and the art of musical expression. From the intricate nuances of improvisation to the soul-stirring secrets of songwriting, each masterclass will be a treasure trove of inspiration that leaves attendees spellbound and eager to delve deeper into their craft.

There will also be inspiring full band performances each evening showcasing the art of performance and rehearsed music after all the spontaneous creativity sessions! There will also be a chance for several workshop attendees to get up on stage and play a song with the bands each night! A wide range of musical styles will be covered from Pop, Choice Covers, Rock, Bluegrass and Jazz along with the universal Music Theory concepts that apply to any Musical style. Don’t miss this chance to be a better musician and network with like minded people in your area!

What will truly set the Tampa Music Workshop apart is the unique opportunity for attendees to experience guided and open jams with seasoned professionals after absorbing a thoughtful Masterclass. The participants, both novices and virtuosos, will come together to create spontaneous musical landscapes in our jam sessions! The guidance and camaraderie of the professional musicians elevate these jam sessions into transformative experiences, fostering an environment where learning happens organically, and every note played is a step toward musical excellence! This will be a place where musicians from all walks of life will come together, bonded by their shared passion, and form connections that will undoubtedly shape their musical journey for years to come. The networking opportunities at Music Clinics, reatreat and workshops such as this are invaluable, as attendees have the chance to connect with both their peers and the professionals on a personal level. The Music and topics of the Masterclasses will transcend boundaries and cover several genres and aspects of the art of Performance, songwriting and just getting to know Music on your instrument better than when you arrive!

If you're a musician, aspiring or established, this workshop is an absolute must-attend. Prepare to be inspired, educated, and moved by an experience that will leave an indelible mark on your musical journey!

🌟 Why You Can't Miss This: 🌟

✅ Elevate Your Skills: Masterclasses that TRANSFORM your musical abilities.

✅ Unleash Your Creativity: Open jams that IGNITE your passion.

✅ Experience Music Magic: Mind-blowing performances that MOVE your soul.

✅ Network Like a Pro: Connect with fellow music enthusiasts and industry professionals.

✅ Memories for a Lifetime: An unforgettable experience that will fuel your musical journey.

Our expert instructors will unveil the secrets to mastering your instrument, nailing those killer solos, and unlocking your musical potential for songwriting and collaborating with others. 🎹🥁🎤

Instructors include Fil Pate, Chris Sgammato, Brett Bass, Jeff Jones, Benny McDowell, Cameron Williams, plus members of the bands Displace - Darryl McGowan and Evan Thibault, Fil Pate Trio, and special guests from the Atlanta/Athens Georgia area, the members of the band Tishimingo - Jess Franklin on Tele and Slide style Guitar, Carelton Owens and Jason Fuller!

*Friday will be an Afterschool Workshop from 5pm and ending at 10pm with our featured band performance by Displace!

*Saturday will be a full day with masterclasses and jams starting from 10am until the featured band performance that evening with Friends of Fil Organ Trio ending at 10pm

~Fil Pate’s Music Clinic Background and Mission– Having attended and taught at several music clinics, masterclasses and camp style workshops for almost 2 decades, it is Fil’s mission to combine the best concepts and flow he’s learned along the way for hosting his own immersive Music Workshop! With a background in Americana Music such as Blues, Bluegrass, Jazz and Jamband, Fil brings a wide knowledge of Music Theory and Composition, Improvistation, Rhythm, ensemble Orchestration and Arrangement, plus an entire library of amazing stringed instrument techniques! From being self-taught at an early age and gathering bits of knowledge from peers along the way until getting to study privately with a Berklee Professor and many others, Fil understands the journey of musical discovery in a most unique way! Ask him Anything!

Tampa Bay is a destination for many and during the winter months it can be a paradise compared to our northern states. Fil invites you both near and far to be a part of Tampa Bay’s first music clinic of this size, scope and duration and share in his dream come true!

Featured Artists and Instructors

Tishamingo consists of longtime friends Cameron Williams (guitar/

vocals), Jess Franklin (guitar/vocals/keys), Stephen Spivey (Bass), Richard

Proctor (drums), and Jason Fuller (Keys, Vocals). Aged to smoothness and

sweet to the senses, Tishamingo intoxicates their audiences with driving

guitar parts, gritty vocals, and a rhythm section that provides a tight pocket

for it all to fit in. From their original songs to some more obscure covers

they spin with the Tishamingo twist, the five members of the band create a

musical cocktail that’s one part southern rock n’ roll, one part soul, and

stirred with some sweet funk.

~Tishamingo re-released their self-titled debut album in March of this year

which was originally recorded in 2002 with producer John Keane in Athens,

Ga (REM, Widespread Panic, Indigo Girls, 10,000 Maniacs).

Displace

Chris Sgammato is a renowned musician and educator plus owner of his Music School Sgammato Music! He will share his expertise and insights gained from hosting some of the best Student Showcases in our area and beyond! His fellow bandmates from Displace will bring their unique experience to the masterclass, the jams and the stage.

Black Everest Production

We’ll have super talented videographer Albert Warren from Black Everest Production on the scene to capture our stage jams and fine musical moments! We encourage our attendees to get up on the stage and jam a tune with our featured band, which will be captured in High Quality Video and Audio for taking home! All included in the ticket price!

We’ll have Tampa’s Organ Trio Friends of Fil closing out or Saturday full day workshop with the far reaches of Jazz Fusion music and the sounds of the Hammond Organ!

 

Sponsors ~

Gasparilla Music Foundation / Recycled Tunes

Accepting donated Musical Instruments and gear to give to those aspiring musicians who can’t afford them. Making Music Possible!

 

B & D Oysters and John Wakefield



 

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