Special Events

You ask and Alpha delivers!! The events keep coming.
There's something for every one and more are being added all the time...
So check back often!!

The Alpha Music Guitar 101 Class
Having trouble learning how to play your new guitar? Bring it to Alpha Music for Guitar 101.
When: The 2nd Saturday of every month Where: Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall Next: October 11th, 10:00 am Learn the very basics of your instrument from our staff of trained musicians as they help you enjoy music in a laid back, comfortable and fun environment. From electric to acoustic, from any manufacturer, bought from any music store; any and all guitars are welcome. Alpha Music invites everyone to come learn with us.
You'll learn tech tips on tuning and maintaining your guitar as well as the basic mechanics of your instrument from Alpha Music's in house staff. Instructors will be on hand to answer questions about one on one private in store lessons to accelerate your playing skill level. Also get a free evaluation of your instrument from Alpha's skilled guitar techs. This workshop is completely free and open to the public.
Please note that this month's meeting and next month's meeting will be at 10:00 am, so that we may bring you even more interesting events.
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The Alpha Music Guitar 201 Class
When: The 2nd Saturday of every month Where: Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall Next: October 11th, 11:00 am You've mastered everything we threw at you in Guitar 101 and now you say "Is that all you got?" Well, absolutely not! We're going to help you take it to the next level with Guitar 201. During the course of this four-month installment program, Adam will cover scales, chords, sequencing patterns, Strumming techniques and improvising basic progressions.
First Class "Construction of the Major Scale" - Saturday September 13th Second Class "Construction of the Natural Minor Scale" - Saturday, October 11th Third Class "Improvising" - Saturday, November 8th Fourth Class "Performance based on Master Class/Guitar 301" - Date TBA in December
Can't make them all? That's OK. Each class, though somewhat cumulative, has been structered to "stand alone", so come as often as you can!
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The Alpha Music Drum Set 101 Class - Get in the groove!!
When: The 3rd Saturday of every month Where: Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall Next: October 18th, 10:00am Learn the drum set basics: What makes a kit? What do the pieces do? How do you tune drums? Why are there so many snares? Which heads to buy? What should I add to my kit? What's a double bass pedal? How many cymbals do I need?
Next Meeting: Alpha's own Andy Payne! Add this event to your calendar!
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The Alpha Drum Circle - The Drum Circle returns!!!!
When: The 3rd Saturday of every month Where: Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall Next: October 18th, 12:00pm Held in Alpha Music's spacious live performance hall, this drum circle is an event for all ages and skill levels. Come to practice, come to learn, come to relieve a little stress at the end of a long work week! Hosted By: Alpha Music's own Ron Prescott Bring your drums and let's have some fun!
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The Alpha Music Bass Club
When: The 3rd Saturday of every 3rd month Where: Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall Next: October 18th at 3:30 pm Always the innovator, Alpha Music is proud to bring something much-needed to the area.  Announcing the Alpha BassPlayer Club (or ABC for short)!  This is an informal collaboration of local bassists and bass enthusiasts, where all styles of music and playing are welcomed and encouraged. The intention is to provide a friendly,  supportive
environment where bassists of all styles and backgrounds and styles can come together to talk, study, learn, and discuss in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. We're inviting all players to join up with other pioneers of the deep end to encourage growth in the bass community. Upcoming meetings will include visits from factory reps, gear giveaways, clinics, and more! Next meeting will be a bass Master Class with Jim Lambie, Damien Wade and Dave Hufstedler. The three of us will play and discuss various topics bass players ask us about all the time. Jim Lambie is the bass instructor at the School of Music at Little Creek. Jim will play 500 Miles High and discuss reading music. Damien is our newest bass instructor at Alpha. Damien will play an original composition and talk about Tapping. Dave will play Killer Joe and discuss bass chords. This will be an open forum to talk about instruments, gear, amp settings and technique.
Mark your calendars for this free event, open to the public.
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The Alpha Music Bass 101 Class
When: The 4th Saturday of every month Where: Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall Next: October 25th, 10 am Got some questions on what to do next with your bass playing? Get the answers at Alpha Music's free Bass 101 class! Held on the 4th Saturday of every month, you'll get answers to your questions, you'll get expert advice on tuning and maintaining your instrument and much more!
Bass 101 is open to all levels of musicians so bring your bass and all your questions. This workshop is completely free and open to the public. Hosted By: Alpha Music's own Damien Wade (Click here for more on Damien)
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The Alpha Music "Wizrds of Oz" Guitar Competition!!
When: Saturday, October 25th The next installment of Alpha Music's official guitar competition celebrates the music of the one and only Ozzy Osbourne. We invite all guitarists, 18 and under, to come and compete to be crowned Hampton road's own Wizard of Oz. Where: Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall OK, so here's how it works: In order to be part of the festivities, you must complete the entry form. The completed form must be accompanied by some form of recording (CD, Tape, DVD, VHS tape, etc) of the applicant performing 1 of the 5 pre-selected songs. The songs are listed on the entry form. The recording does not need to include the original recording (if you're playing along with an Ozzy or Sabbath CD) or band backup, but may. The contest will limited to guitarsists 18 and under only. No exceptions. We will chose no more than 16 contestants from group to compete in the live competition. Contestants will be notified using supplied phone number and/or email address at least one week prior to competition. The contestants will perform one of the 5 chosen songs with a full live band! The songs span Ozzy's entire career beginning with Black Sabbath through his solo stuff and includes songs from four of rock's most influential guitarists, Tony Iommi, Randy Rhoads, Jake E. Lee and Zakk Wylde! Prizes will be awarded at the completion of the event. Actual prizes and values thereof will be determined before the competition, but not necessarily announced, and are subject to change. Entry forms are available at Alpha Music or you may download one here: http://www.alpha-music.com/02Services/03TheInnovator/01Events/OzEntry.pdf You may deliver your completed entry forms and recordings to Alpha Music in person or by mail. Please remember to label your recordings!!! And now the disclaimer...
Eligibility: Employees or associates of Alpha Music or any affiliated companies are not eligible for entry into this competition. Any misrepresentation of entrant or failure to follow these rules will result in disqualification from the event. All decisions involving event contestants and winners will be final and will not be open to further challenge or review.
Even if you don't want to play, plan on attending. It's going to be great fun! If you have any further questions, please speak with any of us here at Alpha Music.
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Even if you don't want to play, plan on attending. It's going to be great fun! And as a special added bonus, in celebration of Ozzy's favorite holiday, all who attend this event will be entered into a drawing for spooky prizes from the Night Mare Mansion! The 16 contestants will each receive 2 free passes. Plus "the Mansion" will be sending a few of it's "tenants" for a little visit. Be afraid, be very afraid!
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The Alpha Music Monthly Bluegrass Jam
When: The 1st Saturday of every month Where: Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall Next: October 4th, 1 - 4 pm Bring your favorite guitar, banjo, mandolin or anything else you feel like pickin' and get ready to have some fun!!! This is an event for everyone, regardless of skill level. Another free event brought to you by... Alpha Music
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Matt Mills Neoclassical Rock Guitar Clinic and Performance

When: Saturday, November 15 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Where: Alpha Music's spacious Performance Hall "I remember meeting Matt, hanging with him and hearing him play a bit. He`s a very nice guy and he's an excellent player as well. Scary Arpeggio play combined with blazingly fast neo-classical runs, fans of over the top guitar work will have plenty to feast on while listening to Matt`s playing." - Joe Stump

Matthew Mills grew up in southern Maryland and started playing guitar around the age of 15. He was completely blown away after hearing The Yngwie Malmsteen album Trilogy. In fact, the album completely changed his world. He knew he wanted to take guitar very seriously. He began playing as much as 6 to 8 hours a day and listen to guitar masters Vinnie Moore, Tony MacAlpine, Joe Stump and George Bellas. These guitarists were a huge impact on his playing style. In addition to his 3 critically aclaimed solo albums, Matt is a very accomplished Guitar instructor, studio musician and fortunately for us, Matthew also does guitar clinics. On November 24th, he'll be playing songs from his instrumental albums as well as explaining his playing style and gear. Don't miss this opportunity for a little free neoclassical schooling! Matthew plays Schecter Guitars Fender Yngwie Model Guitars and Vox and Marshall amps.