Aspiring guitarists, music students and working musicians will have the chance to learn from two of Australia’s most accomplished players when Michael Dolce and Jeremy Barnes present a special Guitar Clinic and Music Industry Q&A at dbMUSIC in Broadmeadow later this month.

The event will explore everything from guitar technique and practice routines to tone, gear, creativity and life as a professional musician.

Michael will also share stories from his 15-year stint as the house guitarist on The Voice Australia, and the pair will open the floor to questions and give insights into touring, recording and building a long-term career in the music industry.

Dolce brings more than three decades of experience as one of

As one of Australia’s leading session guitarists, Michael has toured and recorded alongside artists including Keith Urban, Lionel Richie, Kylie Minogue, Seal, Rita Ora and Ricky Martin.

Not to be outdone, Jeremy Barnes’ technical ability has earned him widespread recognition, including a ranking equal third in Guitar World magazine’s list of the 50 Fastest Guitarists of All Time. Barnes has toured and recorded with artists including Casey Barnes, Christine Anu, Rick Price, Thomas Lang and Sheppard.

The Guitar Clinic and Music Industry Q&A is happening at dbMUSIC Studios in Broadmeadow on Tuesday 28 July. For tickets and further event information, visit trybooking.com.


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