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The Art of Music: Fred Benedetti

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

Fred Benedetti April 10, 2025 @ 6:00 - 7:30 pm Fred Benedetti began studies of classical guitar at the age of 16 and by age 26 was one of 12 guitarists worldwide to perform in one of the last masterclasses of Maestro Andres Segovia. Fred has performed in the United States, England, Germany, the Czech Republic, Canada, Taiwan and Mexico and locally with the San Diego Symphony, the San Diego Opera, the Starlight Opera, the American Ballet Company, the Old Globe Theatre, Luciano Pavarotti, and jazz artist Dave Brubeck.   Because of his ability to play a variety of musical styles, Fred has shared the  stage with Mason Williams, Eric Johnson, Doc Watson, Albert Lee,  Art Garfunkel, and has recorded with Willie Nelson,  Juice Newton, Paul Overstreet, Patty Loveless, and  William Lee Golden. He has  performed for dignitaries such as the King & Queen of Malaysia,  Mikhail Gorbachev and Ravi Shankar.  In 2023, Fred was inducted into the San Diego Music Hall of Fame. https://fredbenedetti.com/ Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the event to receive a full refund. Learn more about the venue, seating, and The Art of Music series here!

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Nuno Felted Vessel Workshop – Adult – Tuesday

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

@ 10:00am – 1:00pm $145.00 (includes supplies). This class is on April 15th. Looking for a new art form to try? Wet felting is the process by which wool, warm water, soap and agitation are used to create a non-woven felted fabric. Join us as we explore the possibilities of wet felting techniques and create a one of a kind vessel to take home. Please keep in mind that felting can be repetitive and labor intensive. Please bring a snack if you wish! Class size is limited to 8.           Instructor: Nettie Roberts Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

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Sensory Art Workshop – 5 years and under – Saturday

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

@ 10:30am – 11:30am $5.00 (includes supplies). This class is on April 19th. Have little ones under 5 years old? Help them discover colors, lines, shapes, textures and a variety of media. Experience various sensory related toys and activities! Young artists can enjoy the process, while making their own creations to take home! Activities are designed for children, age birth to 5 years. If bringing older siblings to class please be advised that the activities are designated for the littles ones only and participation will only be for the children that are 5 years and under. Workshop Facilitator: Helen Shafton, a retired elementary art teacher, specializing in providing authentic art experiences for children with all abilities. Helen has also worked with students with cognitive and motor disabilities for more than two decades. Parent must accompany their child. Class size is limited to 10.  Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

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Silk Scarves Workshop – 8yrs old & Up – Tuesday

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

@ 10:00am – 2:00pm $75.00 (includes supplies). This class is on April 22nd. Create beautiful silk scarves in your favorite colors! Each student will create two scarves - keep both for yourself or give one as a gift! We will be using a special technique using dye transfer tissue paper on 100% silk scarves. A fun workshop for mothers and daughters, or best friends. These scarves will make unique and treasured holiday, birthday and hostess gifts. This workshop open to adults and youth (aged 8 & up). Parent or guardian required to accompany youth ages 8 - 12. Please note; all attendees must register (purchase their own ticket) for workshop if planning to participate in art activity. Class size is limited to 10.           Instructor: Nettie Roberts Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

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Acrylic Pour Workshop – Adult – Tuesday

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

@ 10:00am – 12:00pm $75.00 (includes all materials). This class is on April 29th. Acrylic Pour is a fluid painting technique using acrylic paint to create marvelous works of art! This technique is very approachable for beginners, and yet allows one the opportunity to get as creative and complex as you desire. Students will be working on wood canvases. Each student will make 2 acrylic pours, one small wood canvas for practice and a larger wood canvas to perfect your technique. Due to drying time, student work will be available for pickup on the Saturday following the workshop. Class size is limited to 10.           Instructor: Nettie Roberts Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

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