Join us for Camp Coletrain at the Billy Strings Renewal! This two-day immersive music workshop, powered by Coletrain Music Academy and Bonfire Entertainment, will take place on Friday, September 27th, and Saturday, September 28th before gates open. Designed for beginners to intermediate players, these workshops offer professional instruction for adults, teens, and children ages 6 to 12. Don't miss this unique opportunity to enhance your musical skills in a fun and supportive environment!
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What it is: 2 Day Music Camp taking place at Renewal Sept. 27th & 28th
Who’s it for: Beginner to Intermediate Children ages 6 to 12, Teens + Adults
What are the details: These two day music workshops will take place before gates open and will feature professional instruction, applied instrument workshops and a teacher led jam session and sing-a-long.
What are the workshops: Beginner to Intermediate | Teens + Adults ~ Guitar, Mandolin, Fiddle, Bass | Kids 6-12yrs ~ Guitar, Mandolin, Fiddle, Ukulele
What are the days and times:
(Friday & Saturday) Teens + Adults ~ 9am to 1pm
(Friday & Saturday) Kids ~ 9am to 12pm
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Teen + Adult Workshop - Friday & Saturday
9am - 10:30am | Applied Instrument Workshop (students will work with their teacher in small groups on their instrument)
Half Hour Break
11am-12pm | Break Out Session
12pm - 1pm | Jam Session
Kids Workshop - Friday & Saturday
9am - 10:30am | Applied Instrument Workshop (students will work with their teacher in small groups on their instrument)
Half Hour Break
11am-12pm | Sing-along & Jam
Kids workshops will end at 12pm
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ABOUT COLETRAIN MUSIC ACADEMY:
Coletrain Music Academy, founded by renowned violinist Coleman Smith, is committed to making high-quality music education accessible to everyone. Our experienced faculty provides lessons for all skill levels—beginner to advanced—across a variety of instruments, including piano, percussion, and both acoustic and electric guitar. We customize each lesson to the student's age, skill level, and personal goals, ensuring they reach their full musical potential. With a results-driven curriculum rooted in practical, proven methods, we’ve helped countless students achieve their musical dreams. We have locations in Buena Vista and Salida, Colorado, and offer virtual lessons to students across the U.S. and beyond.
ABOUT THE FOUNDER, COLEMAN SMITH:
Coleman Smith is an award-winning violinist and educator known for his unique blend of classical, jazz, folk, country, and bluegrass. He began playing the violin at the age of three and spent his youth traveling across the nation studying various styles of fiddle music as well as competing in some of the most prestigious fiddle contests, eventually becoming one of the nations top competitors winning the World Series of Twin Fiddling. Coleman earned a full Presidential scholarship to Marywood University, graduating Cum Laude in music performance and pedagogy. As a founding member of Rapidgrass and current fiddle player for Yonder Mountain String Band, Coleman's career as avid performer has taken him around the world both performing and teaching. Throughout his 30-year career Coleman has shared the stage with iconic artists such as Del McCoury, Darol Anger, Dierks Bentley, Leftover Salmon, Railroad Earth, Billy Strings and many more.
