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Singing the Delmore Brothers (Vol. 2) - A Workshop with Christian Apuzzo and Phyllis Elkind

Singing the Delmore Brothers – Volume 2 A workshop with Christian Apuzzo and Phyllis Elkind Sunday, February 8, 2026, 11 AM - 1 PM Back by popular demand - more songs and harmony from The Delmore Brothers. Open to those who took the 2025 class and those joining for the first time. The Delmore Brothers were one of the great brother duos of the 1930’s. They sang original, well-crafted songs, and sang them in a soft, close, synchronized harmony style that influenced generations of country performers. The Louvins dedicated an album to them, and the Everly’s and Bob Dylan spoke of their influence. All levels of harmony experience are welcome. Bring a duet partner or come on your own and sing with others! *For financial aid and payment plans contact Lynette at Lynette@jalopytheatre.org Phyllis Elkind is a singer and guitar player splitting her time between New York City and the Hudson Valley. She currently performs in The Sentimentals, a bluegrass trio, and in Bill and Phyl, a duo that explores pop, bluegrass, and country harmony. Phyllis plays in the bluegrass jam scene, wherever she is! In NYC, she is a regular in the Thompson Street Medicine Show and at Mona’s Monday Bluegrass Session; upstate, she is part of the Hudson Valley Bluegrass Association jams. A long-time teacher, in addition to classes and workshops at Jalopy, Phyllis has taught Doo Wop at the McBurney YMCA, and currently leads harmony workshops in the Hudson Valley. Christian Apuzzo is a Brooklyn-based vocalist, guitarist, and music educator originally from Long Island. After beginning his career as a certified public school music teacher, Christian ventured into the dynamic world of freelance music in NYC. Specializing in folk, bluegrass, and country, he performs with several groups across the five boroughs, including Cole Quest and the City Pickers and The Grass Messengers. In addition to his performances, Christian is passionate about teaching and offers music lessons and classes for all ages at Jalopy Theatre in Red Hook, Brooklyn.

Feb 08, 2026

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President Day Weekend Jam Camp with Christian Apuzzo using the Wernick Method

The Wernick Method Jam Camp with Christian Apuzzo on President Weekend Saturday Feb 14 to Monday, Feb 16, 12:00-5:00pm each day Tuition: $260 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! Pete Wernick’s inventive and time-tested method harnesses students’ natural wish to play music in a small group setting. With basic skills and good guidance, students start making music and having fun — almost immediately. Your Wernick Method teacher will show you the ropes of a bluegrass jam session, fitting in at your own ability level. Christian Apuzzo (Brooklyn, NY) is a Brooklyn-based vocalist, guitarist, and music educator originally from Long Island. After beginning his career as a certified public school music teacher, Christian ventured into the dynamic world of freelance music in NYC. Specializing in folk, bluegrass, and country, he performs with several groups across the five boroughs, including ’23 Podunk Band Competition winners Cole Quest and the City Pickers, and the Brooklyn Bluegrass Collective. In addition to his performances, Christian is passionate about teaching and offers music lessons and classes for all ages both privately and at Jalopy Theatre in Red Hook, Brooklyn.

Feb 14, 2026

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“What Is This World Coming to Blues": 12 Bar Blues Song Writing Workshop

March 7th, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. $20 workshop only, $35 workshop + concert ($5 discount, see concert details here ) Led by blues vocalist and Heritage Ambassador Beareather Reddy and multi-instrumentalist Ayodele Makeeru, this communal workshop explores the blues as a platform for expressing feelings on our current social and political climate using the work of historical icons like Bessie Smith as a reference point for new creations. Under the theme “What Is This World Coming To Blues?”, participants will discuss the blues form, brainstorm topics, and work in small groups to compose an original song. The session will conclude with a video recording of the finished piece. Additionally, all participants are invited to perform the song during the 8:30 PM performance of “Bessie Smith: They Called Her Empress.” Participation in the recording and performance are optional! We look forward to collaborating with you to transform personal and social reflections into the Blues, music of the soul. This program is made possible in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, The Howard Gilman Foundation, The New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, and the New York State Council on the Arts.

Mar 07, 2026

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Bluegrass Improvisation for All Instruments with Stash Wyslouch - A Workshop

A Workshop with Stash Wyslouch - Bluegrass Improvisation for All Instruments Thursday, April 9, 2026: 5-6:30pm Fees are $50 for Workshop only OR $60 for Workshop + Concert after ($10 discount) Get ideas to structure your practice routine and get better at bluegrass improvisation. All instruments are welcome! Ideas will include melodic and rhythmic development, how to take a deep dive on your repertoire and strengthening the foundations in your playing for a more fulfilling musical experience. Stash Wyslouch is an iconoclastic Bluegrass flatpicker whose style is instantly recognizable incorporating any and all influences. He's played with Molsky's Mountain Drifters, The Jacob Jolliff Band and shared the stage with the likes of Julian Lage, Bryan Sutton, Peter Rowan and David Grisman.

Apr 09, 2026