Warwick_Official Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 [size=4][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif]Greetings everyone![/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif]With permission from the mods, I'd like to announce a very special event this September 4 to 7, 2012 - Warwick & Framus, together with Gitarre & Bass Magazine - have announced Bass Camp 2012! The Warwick Headquarters will host a Bass Camp for the very first time. For 4 days approximately 80 bassists will have the opportunity to learn from some of the best low-end masters from around the world! (The camp will be conducted in English!)[/font][/size] [attachment=110289:basscamp_titel.jpg] [size=4][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif]Instructors will be: Lee Sklar, Steve Bailey, Jonas Hellborg, Divinity Roxx, Alphonso Johnson, T.M. Stevens, Andy Irvine, John B. Williams, Guy Pratt, Antonella Mazza, Günther Gebauer, Wolfgang Schmid, Jäcki Reznicek, and guitar-wizard Regi Wooten![/font][/size] [size=4]Throughout the course, participants will have the chance to discuss topics such as playing techniques, and how to design a meaningful bass line. Drawing from their professional experience in the music business, the instructors are able offer many tips and tricks for the students, such as surviving in the real musical world. [/size] [size=4]With the presentation of so much information and inspiration for practicing, you may like to have a change of scenery. For this we welcome you to join a guided Warwick-factory tour, visit the Framus-Museum or the Museum of Musical Instruments in Markneukirchen. [/size] [size=4]In the evening there will be ample opportunity to engage in thoughtful exchanges: all students and lecturers of Bass Camp will be staying at a comfortable spa hotel (www.ifa-ferienpark.de). [/size] [size=4]Participants should bring their own instruments, please. Amps will be provided by Warwick.[/size] [size=4]All four days of Bass Camp (04.09.2012 – 07-09.2012), including five nights stay and dinners at the Hotel IFA Schöneck Ferienpark (equipped with sauna and pool), is priced at € 399 per bass player.[/size] [size=4]For more information and registration, please see here: [/size][url="http://www1.gitarrebass.de/BassCamp/index_e.html"]http://www1.gitarreb...mp/index_e.html[/url] [size=4]*ALSO* - Bass Camp participants are also invited to join the “Warwick 30[sup]th[/sup] Anniversary Open Day 2012” on Saturday Sept. 08, 2012. This will be an absolute blast! [/size][url="http://warwick.de/modules/infos/info.php?katID=24384&cl=EN"]http://warwick.de/mo...tID=24384&cl=EN[/url] Thanks, and I hope to see YOU there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 Tempted! It even looks cheap from this side of the Channel. Will seriously give it a thought. I had seen the event mentioned in the Warwick newsletter before, but thank you for posting it here as well, Garey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warwick_Official Posted June 13, 2012 Author Share Posted June 13, 2012 bluejay, it would be great to see you there! The Bass Camp should be amazing, and the Open Day be a great celebration of Warwick's 30th Anniversary! Live Music, Factory Tours, Meet & Greets, Food & Drink, and more. I'll be there...hope to meet some of the BC members! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiamPodmore Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 That looks like a blast. I already have a holiday to pay for, so this year is unfortunately a no go for me, but if it's ran again next year then that's definately a possibility. Liam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warwick_Official Posted June 13, 2012 Author Share Posted June 13, 2012 Thanks Liam! Hopefully this is something we will be able to offer on a more regular basis. It will be a memorable experience, for sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 Garey, what's the nearest or most convenient airport to Markneukirchen, do you know? (Will google too, eventually.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warwick_Official Posted June 13, 2012 Author Share Posted June 13, 2012 bluejay, I usually fly into Nürnberg (Nuremberg) and then drive to Markneukirchen. Its a fairly rural area, so I will look into more options for those traveling without a vehicle, and get back to you with as much detailed information as possible. We'd love to see you there...thanks again for your interest! Hope to meet you in September! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 Oh, that'd be fantastic, Garey, thanks. The town looks beautiful, and it's famous for luthiery, a bit like Cremona in Italy, but yes, judging by the maps on the website it seems a bit far from everywhere, so any info about how to actually travel there from the airport would very useful. I'm seriously thinking about going, although I need to see how a couple of projects pan out before I can commit. Fingers crossed Thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warwick_Official Posted June 13, 2012 Author Share Posted June 13, 2012 bluejay, the nearest airport is indeed Nürnberg. You can either rent a car and drive to Markneukirchen....or take a train to Hof and continue by taxi to Markenukirchen. As I said, its very rural...and a beautiful little town. Its musical instrument making history goes back to 1644 and there are many things to-do that are music related. Its surrounded by thickly forested rolling hills and farmland...lovely! All the best... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 Wish I could go, I already had one chance to meet Lee Sklar whipped away due to bad timing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 (edited) Thank you Garey for all your help! I'm considering all my options and watching my work schedule, and will let you know of any developments. Kiwi, what a shame, obviously too long a journey for you, but it would have been nice to have a small gathering of BCers there. Anyone else tempted? Edited June 14, 2012 by bluejay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throwoff Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 From when I used to fly out I went to Altenburg with Ryanair, they cancelled the route though, there was talk of them opening a route to Hof Plauen, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 I think my only options would be to fly from Gatwick (which is OK) or Heathrow (which I go out of my way to avoid like the plague). Getting to Stansted from Chiswick takes as much time and money as flying to my destination, and it's just not worth the hassle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr.noisy Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 and my holiday off from work starts 10th of september Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warwick_Official Posted June 14, 2012 Author Share Posted June 14, 2012 C'mon out Kiwi! Its a long flight...but it'd be worth it! (I once flew from Amsterdam to Fiji, via LAX...so I know the distance!) With the timing of Bass Camp you could also join us for the 30th Anniversary Party. There will be so many of our artists attending...imagine all of them in one place at one time! Live music, meet n greets, food and drink, and more! We'd love to see you and meet in person! Not to forget, there are 200 instruments on display in our showroom... : ) Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warwick_Official Posted June 14, 2012 Author Share Posted June 14, 2012 (edited) Glad to see so much interest in our Bass Camp 2012! Please let me know if there is anything I can assist with - whether it be detailed directions, transportation options, etc. We hope to see some BC members there...Thanks! Edited June 14, 2012 by Warwick_Official Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalMan Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 [quote name='mr.noisy' timestamp='1339692302' post='1692884'] and my holiday off from work starts 10th of september [/quote]Me too Do we have to bring a Warwick? That would require a further GAS attack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warwick_Official Posted June 14, 2012 Author Share Posted June 14, 2012 All brands of basses are welcome at Bass Camp : ). Of course what happens after you go through our custom shop gallery is for you to decide! We will provide the amps...thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2wheeler Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 Its only 3 hours drive from Munich airport, which is much better connected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warwick_Official Posted June 14, 2012 Author Share Posted June 14, 2012 (edited) 2wheeler, You care correct - Markneukirchen is just a bit over 3 hours drive from Munich...while Nürnberg is a 2 hour drive. Depending on where you are coming from, Munich may offer more options. Thanks for the input! Edited June 14, 2012 by Warwick_Official Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wriggers Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 Hi Warwick official and everyone else This looks really good. Will you cater for all levels of playing, mine especially as I have only been playing for a year or so and have very little experience of playing bass live? Cheers Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warwick_Official Posted June 14, 2012 Author Share Posted June 14, 2012 Hi Paul, The camp is designed for all skill levels. There will be a variety of teaching methods, taken from the various backgrounds of our instructors. The full group will be broken down into smaller groups, and will rotate between paired instructors, master classes, group lectures, and more. There will be a lot of information presented, and our lecturers intend on it being within everyone's grasp. In short, everyone is welcome! We hope to see you there! Please let me know you've got any other questions, or if I can assist in any way. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 Unfortunately I have only 4 days of annual leave at the moment and my house is bleeding me dry financially. Maybe for 2013 though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassmachine Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 I live in Greece ...how can I join in this camp and how much it costs so If I can come with friends ....thanks Stavros Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warwick_Official Posted June 18, 2012 Author Share Posted June 18, 2012 (edited) Hello Stavros - All the details are on the page that I linked, http://basscamp.gitarrebass.de/index_e.html The cost is €399 which includes the camp tuition and hotel. You can join by following the link I provided, and following the steps for registration (At the bottom of the page it says: register here). Its that easy! Please let me know if there is anything I can assist you with...hope to see you there! Edited June 18, 2012 by Warwick_Official Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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