I had a great time teaching at Fur Peace Ranch in May 2009 and I am delighted to be invited back in 2010.  Dates are now announced!  I'll be there June 4 - 7, 2010, both for workshops and in performance.  I thought you'd all like a bit of background info on the Ranch  - so don't forget to scroll down to the bottom of page after checking out last years photo gallery.  If you'd like more Fur Peace ranch info or want to make a booking - click here!

Fur Peace 09

Teaching space, library and Company Store...with pickin' porches, of course!

Teaching space, library and Company Store...with pickin' porches, of course!

Looking out from the kitchen porch...

Looking out from the kitchen porch...

Star blues student, Eli Catlin, 13

Star blues student, Eli Catlin, 13

Meals are announced by the ceremonial blowing of the conch shell...

Meals are announced by the ceremonial blowing of the conch shell...

...how does this thing work again?

...how does this thing work again?

Setting up at the Fur Peace Station...

Setting up at the Fur Peace Station...

Chris Smither, me and Jorma Kaukonen with student JR

Chris Smither, me and Jorma Kaukonen with student JR



FUR PEACE RANCH

'The fur peace ranch is not a fantasy camp, but a guitar player’s oasis within an award winning music community with instruction in various guitar styles, bass guitar, songwriting, mandolin, vocals and more.

Hosted by Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Jorma Kaukonen and his wife Vanessa, the Ranch is nestled in the tranquil setting of the rolling foothills of Southeast Ohio. Jorma’s years of playing with Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna as well as his long tenure and love for teaching has earned him a lofty position among his contemporaries. In addition to teaching guitar classes, Jorma has been a beacon for attracting an impressive roster of master musicians and teachers. As well as students who come to the Ranch throughout the year to immerse in what has become a truly unique and magical environment.

Our workshops class size is limited (about 10 students per class) which allows for a personal, up-close teaching experience with a renowned faculty of musical instructors. Excellent instruction, gourmet food, campfire jams, live concerts and camaraderie come together to make your stay an experience you will remember for a lifetime! Whether you are a seasoned professional or novice the Ranch has a spot for you on our 119 acres of natural beauty cradled in warmth of our hospitality. So get online, get your guitar, and get on down here and join me.'