Come Join Scott Houston's
"Master Class on the Beach!"
on Estero Island in Florida
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Master Class III
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Master Class at the Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa |
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Join Scott on an extraordinary exclusive vacation experience that will take place on one of the loveliest beaches around... Fort Myers Beach - in a relaxed and enriching environment that becomes the foundation on which you'll build new friendships and enhance your piano playing abilities through Scott Houston's Master Class. The class is limited to 18 people.
This much in demand program will take place at the Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa situated on sugar-white sands at the tip of Estero Island.
Our Master Class will begin with a Welcoming Reception at the Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa for you and your guest. The following days you will have time to enjoy the beach and spa in the mornings; then we will meet in the afternoons for classtime (with a little evening fun thrown in too!)
Ever since I have been giving workshops and doing the TV shows, I've always had people ask me "Scott, do you give any follow-up classes, or do you teach privately? I've gotten off to a great start using your materials and techniques, but I'm ready for more... "
Well, after two years of planning and now two of these classes under our belt, I've worked out a format that I know will give students a huge push forward in their music making journey. We already sold out the first two Master Classes in about 3 days and now we are ready for round 3! Here are the details...
First of all, this class is limited to 18 students. Although we expect everyone to bring spouses, companions, family, or friends along for the trip, the actual Master Class sessions will be limited to just the 18 students, myself, and my teaching partner for the Master Class, Dave Powers.
Every student will receive their own full-size, weighted action digital piano (a Roland RP-101) to sit at and play during all Master Class sessions. Better yet, thanks to Roland being an underwriter of my weekly TV series, you will actually get to take the piano home with you as part of the cost of the entire class. (Don't worry, we'll handle shipping it back home to you... no need to try and fit it in your carry on luggage! The retail price of the piano is $1,999)
We will have a Master Class session each day for 4 days for a total of around 18 hours of personal class time with Dave and me. On the first night you are invited to join us for a welcome reception where you will receive a detailed schedule for our time together the rest of the week. Basically, every day you'll have some time to sleep in, get some sun or play in the ocean or pools before class time. Then after lunchtime we'll meet in the early afternoon for extended class time. We'll then be gathering in the evenings around a piano for some live entertainment on the the pool deck outside so we can all have some more "social" time together away from the class setting. The rest of each evening is yours to enjoy! On the fourth night, Theresa (my wife) and I would like to invite you (and your guest) to my beach home for a sunset party you're sure to enjoy.
Around 8 weeks before the date of the Master Class, I'll be requesting from each of the 18 attendees a single tune they want to pick to focus on during the Master Class. I'll then put together a Master Class binder that contains the lead sheet to all 18 tunes chosen, as well as a lot of other material we'll be going over throughout the Master Class. Dave and I will then get together to work through terrific ideas and concepts we can teach all of the attendees using these 18 tunes as the "palette."
Each session, a few of the tunes will be focused on exclusively for a period of time with the whole class. We'll also have other topics to cover in addition to working through the tunes in each session. You'll not only get to hear our ideas on your favorite tune, but also can soak up all the other ideas we use to work through the other attendee's tunes. By the end of the trip, you will be absolutely jam-packed full of great new ideas and have a much greater understanding of more in-depth concepts as they relate to playing creative style, lead sheet based tunes on a piano. I'm really excited and confident about the priceless educational value you'll receive during the sessions. The first 2 Master Classes have exceeded my wildest expectations from a teaching standpoint. I wish I had something like this to attend when I was learning to play!
You might be asking yourself whether you play well enough, or too well, for this class to be of interest. Although in no way intended or designed for a really advanced level piano player, we are also not going to be starting at the very beginning. This is intended to be a follow up to the basic instruction given in my live workshops as well as in my book "Play Piano in a Flash!" With that in mind, here are the things you should know and be comfortable with before you arrive:
Major
Minor
Seventh
Major Seventh
Minor Seventh(Don't panic! You don't need to have all of these chords "under hand" in all keys. You should just be able to figure out the notes in a chord relatively quickly if you come across one not currently known. Simply due to the nature of the Class, we will be talking about chords a lot. We don't intend to stop every time we may mention a chord to explicitly spell out the notes as it would simply be too time consuming. You'll be receiving as part of the class materials some extensive materials containing chord charts for literally every chord imaginable, so you'll have plenty of help figuring one out if you need it. You should, though, have a basic understanding of those chords listed above so it won't be a foreign language as we talk about them all the time.)
Finally, please know that we will never ask anyone to play in front of the rest of the group (unless you want to!) and there will be no "final exams" or "recitals" to get uptight about. This will be a very informative, very fun way to really be able to pick both of our brains in a non-threatening, sharing, supportive environment. We're all just trying to have fun making music!
Fun in the Sun on Estero Island
| Place | Activity | Time | |
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| Monday | Pink Shell Resort & Spa | Welcome Reception | 6:00 pm |
| Tuesday | Pink Shell Resort & Spa | Freetime AM | |
| Classtime | 12:30-5:00 | ||
| Live Entertainment | 6:00-7:00 | ||
| Wednesday | Pink Shell Resort & Spa | Freetime AM | |
| Classtime | 12:30-5:00 | ||
| Live Entertainment | 6:00-7:00 | ||
| Thursday | Pink Shell Resort & Spa | Freetime AM | |
| Classtime | 12:30-5:00 | ||
| "The Anchorage" | Sunset Party at the Houston's Beach Home | 6:30 | |
| Friday | Pink Shell Resort & Spa | Freetime AM | |
| Classtime | 12:30-5:00 | ||
| Live Entertainment | 6:00-7:00 | ||
| Saturday | Departure |
Sunset Party at the Houston's Beach home
Your five night Master Class experience will be hosted by the the Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa.
With 12 lush acres and deluxe gulf-front accommodations, this Fort Myers Florida resort includes all the conveniences and amenities you’d expect from a first class resort. Enjoy close proximity to an array of activities and nearby Fort Myers attractions during your stay.Try your hand at sailing or paddle boating, or experience the excitement of a dolphin-sightseeing tour on a WaveRunner. Variety is all part of the experience at our hotel, which includes:
- 225 gulf-front accommodations, a four star experience (from studios to one and two-bedroom suites)
- Aquagene Spa, a full-service health and beauty spa
- JoJo’s, casual, al-fresco dining setting
- Bongo’s, our tropical poolside bar and grill.
The hotel is conveniently located on Estero Island (also known as Fort Myers Beach), a seven-mile stretch of ocean-front which is filled with shopping, dining and entertainment. You can enjoy parasailing, jet skiing, volleyball pits, live music, eats and drinks all within walking distance.The resort is positioned on the northern tip of the island, which provides a quiet, private, tropical beach experience, but is still close enough to Times Square (entertainment district) for the times when you want to take a walk on the “wilder side.” At the Pink Shell Resort, you will be sure to find a perfect balance of relaxation and fun in the sun!
Guest Room Comfort at the Pink Shell Resort & Spa
Pink Shell Resort Lobby
Pink Shell Resort and Spa Pool Deck
The Accomodations at the Pink Shell Beach Resort & SpaThe charming studio-style rooms are located in our Sanibel View building. Every unit is beachfront, and features a spacious open-air screened patio with direct views of the Gulf of Mexico. Units are available with one bathroom and either one king bed or two queen beds. These units also feature a small kitchenette equipped with a ceramic two-burner stove, microwave, small refrigerator and premium quality cookware. These spacious Fort Myers rentals also include:
All gulf front units with magnificent views of the beach & Gulf of Mexico
Enclosed lanais
Kitchenette area with sink, ceramic 2 burner stove, microwave, and small refrigerator.
Premium quality cookware and utensils
Granite counters
Coffee Maker
Toaster
Iron / Ironing Board
Ceiling fans
Keycard entry system
In Room Safe
Fire protection sprinkler system
Two telephone lines and high speed internet accessUpgrades are available upon request.
Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa
275 Estero Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL33931
1-888-22-7465www.pinkshell.com
Enjoy JoJo's at the beach with its friendly open-air atmosphere for your dining pleasure; a massage from the Aquagene Spa; and then cool down with a drink from Bongo's Bar & Grill as you take in the sunsets on the Gulf of Mexico.
JoJo's at the Beach Restaurant
Bongo's Bar & Grill
Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa
The cost of the Master Class is $3,995. (No additional cost for spouses/guests.)
A 50% non-refundable deposit will be required upon reservation to guarantee your spot. The remaining 50% will be due by May 1st, 2008 for Master Class III and by August 1st for Master Class IV.
If you are traveling as a single, no problem! We'd love to have you join us.
Intensive Class Room Sessions
Evening Entertainment Around a Piano
What is not included:
Due to the strict 18 student limit, we will be taking reservations by phone only for the Master Class on a first-come first-serve basis to those who put down a paid 50% non-refundable deposit at the time of reservation.
To reserve one of the 18 spaces, or for any questions or information,
call us at: 888-826-8082 Monday-Friday between 9:00 and 4:00 EST. Please have either a Visa or MC available on which we can charge the non-refundable deposit.
If you get our voicemail please leave a message stating your desire to reserve a spot along with your phone number. Be assured that due to the time stamp on the voicemail we will know when you called so that the first-come first-served rule will be followed fairly and accurately.
Our email address for any questions is: storemanager@scotthouston.com
(Do not email your reservation. To guarantee a spot you MUST call us with your reservation.)
When the 18 person maximum is reached we will start a waiting list, and those people will be contacted first whenever we plan our next class before the general public is notified.
You wouldn't have found out about this Master Class and be at this website if you didn't already know Scott from somewhere! So, let's not waste time and space here and instead move on to the other educator who will be working with Scott during the entire Master Class...
For over 27 years, Dave Powers has been a vital part of the Columbus, Ohio music scene as a pianist, keyboardist, and vocalist. Considered one of the most successful musicians in the local spectrum, Dave manages to win over the hearts of all who hear him perform. From clubs and restaurants to corporate events and private parties, his vast repertoire is as diverse as the audience that he entertains.
Dave can be seen and heard playing around Columbus and throughout the midwest on solo gigs, as well as with Powerhouse Trio, the Dave Powers Trio, and a six-piece group called "Powerhouse" that provides entertainment for corporate events and conventions throughout the US. In addition, Dave is associated with the Jazz Arts Group of Columbus, and has performed as a featured artist with the Columbus Jazz Orchestra.
He has served as musical director for Rusty Bryant, Gene Walker's Generations, and guitarist Wilbert Longmire. In 1998, Dave played and toured throughout Europe, Finland and the Caribbean with trumpeter Arturo Sandoval. Dave is mentioned in the book, "Listen For The Jazz: Keynotes in Columbus' History" which features musicians who have contributed to the jazz scene in Columbus and nationwide.
A partial list of national musicians Dave has played with include: Steve Allen, George Benson, Buddy De Franco, Bob Dorough, Eric Gale,Terry Gibbs, Marlon Jordan, Jay Leonhart, Johnny Lytle, Jack McDuff, & Grover Washington, Jr.
Dave has three CD's to his credit. In 2000, Dave produced and recorded a live CD with Powerhouse Trio (Dave Powers, Joe Crump, Aaron Scott) called "Live at the Marquee Lounge."
Six months after the first CD release, Dave recorded and produced a studio CD under his own name titled "Listen To This". The CD is a definitive representation of the styles of music that Dave Powers personifies, covering straight-ahead jazz, r&b, gospel, and funk styles.
The year 2003 brought a third CD release called "Christmas Collection," which features the wide variety of styles of Holiday music that Powers performs. "Christmas Collection" also features the talents of special guests Tony Janflone, Jr. (phenomenal guitarist/vocalist from Pittsburgh, PA), Michael Cox, Reggie Jackson and Jim Masters.
Dave's CD's can be purchased online at cdbaby.com, amazon.com, best buy.com, or downloaded from 30 different digital music networks including i-tunes and Rhapsody.
www.davepowers.net
Here's a video clip from a Piano Guy segment Dave was on... it was fun!
I truly hope you will join me for this once in a lifetime opportunity. It will be a great chance to get to know one another. I promise it will be a fun, educational experience that you (and I) will never forget!
You will be receiving close to $2,300 worth of materials and instruments, NOT including the travel or the instruction. So, I feel I've succeeded in my quest to provide you with an opportunity to not only have fun and learn things you could never find elsewhere, but also to receive an incredible value!
Again, if you have any questions, need more information, or are ready to sign up for the Master Class on the beach, call us at 888-826-8082 or email us questions at pianoguy@scotthouston.com
I look forward to meeting you at the opening night reception at the Pink Shell Beach Rsort & Spa
Scott
