Testimonials

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• "I had fun, enjoyed jamming. I also picked up some things musically even as someone who has played for a long time. Keith does a great job of presenting suggestions in a way that seems to be applicable to both the beginners and advanced players."
• I enjoyed the songwriting workshop and thought Donna & Rick did a great job of teaching us and guiding us along in the process of writing our song with encouraging tips and suggestions.
• Having the younger instructors is a plus for the teenagers and kids. They are showing kids how to play and demonstrating what good pickers they are. True mentoring.
• Thank you for all you do. Your efforts have made such an impact on Bluegrass music in the region, and on me personally. I consider jam camp folks to be my closest friends now and we are getting together and staying in contact throughout the year.
• It's a wonderful jam camp. The combination of kids and adults in groups is fun. It really promotes everyone working to improve their own level and encouraging others.

• " I love that it’s a very welcoming environment where people of all ages and skill levels come together to learn and enjoy music. "
• " I very much appreciated Keith’s instruction on the dynamics of working in a group ensemble, emphasis on rhythmic accuracy, and rhythmic variety. He injected much fun into his instruction! The associate instructors were very encouraging, particularly helping the young children. "
• " Outstanding musicians who were generous sharing their knowledge, were friendly, very helpful, genuine, and inspiring. Thank you to Rick, Donna, and Jerry!!! "
• "Instructors are very dedicated and friendly. I would like to give a big shout out to the student instructors this year particularly Evan as well as the violin girl [Ashlyn]. I observed them work one on one with both children and adult beginners. Excellent teachers exhibiting skill, kindness and patience. The nightly jam sessions at the campgrounds are a tremendous learning experience. It's a great to be actually jamming with the "A Team". "
• " It's my favorite week of the year. Best musical camp I've ever attended!"

•   "I loved the insight to a songwriter's mind. I didn't know what to expect, but really enjoyed the experience. I feel better equipped to write songs."
•   "My favorite week of the year. I learned a lot, laughed a lot, eat too much, made friends & ultimately became a better musician and person. Thank you! This camp is my sanity."

  "Strawberry Jam Camp is the highlight of my summer music playing! I have attended every year since I first heard about it--over 10 years now. The instructors are all top-notch musicians, great teachers and show a real enthusiasm and genuine interest when working with all the students, in large groups, small groups, and one on one. There is room for all ages, and all skill levels. I have learned so much about playing, both in developing my own style, and in learning how to play in groups. The evening jams with the instructors and other students and musicians are every bit as much fun as the daytime sessions and are a part of the whole jam camp experience that you do not want to miss!"

  "Strawberry Jam Camp is a great way to learn how to jam with other people. It's fun, students encourage each other, and the instructors are great!" 

"One of the first things Gloria I did when I retired was attend Strawberry Jam Camp. It got us off on the right foot playing Bluegrass bass and banjo, but more importantly, we have whole new circle of friends that we treasure very much. Now when we go to Jam Camp, it's like a big family reunion!"

 "Just heard some of the best writers in bluegrass and country are gonna do a workshop at jam camp next summer. I'm fired up! Jerry Salley, Donna Ulisse, and Rick Stanley are wonderful. They helped me write some gospel tunes that got recorded and that's what Lil' House Workshop does. I can't wait. They get it done and have fun. Thanks Linzy for getting them back along with Jerry. 2021 will be awesome."