Join Sierra Hull as she breaks down her approach to playing in an all-encompassing path of online mandolin lessons. Her course addresses every level of player as she draws from a lifetime of experience to teach her approach to mastering the bluegrass mandolin. Build a solid foundation as a player as you learn bluegrass standards, songwriting techniques and dive into some of Sierra's original music.
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About Online Bluegrass Mandolin Course with Sierra Hull
Embark on an extraordinary musical journey into the world of bluegrass mandolin with the exceptional Sierra Hull. ArtistWorks proudly presents a remarkable opportunity to learn from one of the most acclaimed mandolin players and singers of our time. Whether you're a beginner captivated by the infectious rhythms of bluegrass or an experienced player seeking to refine your technique, this comprehensive online course is designed to elevate your mandolin playing to new heights.
Welcome to a world-class online platform where you can explore the art of bluegrass mandolin from the comfort of your own home. With Sierra Hull as your mentor, you'll gain exclusive access to a meticulously crafted curriculum of video lessons, providing you with the techniques, musicality, and stylistic nuances necessary to become a proficient and expressive mandolin player.
As a Grammy-nominated mandolin prodigy and highly respected artist in the bluegrass community, Sierra Hull brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this online course. Now, you have the exclusive opportunity to learn directly from her as she shares her unique insights, innovative approaches, and profound understanding of bluegrass mandolin.
From mastering mandolin techniques, such as tremolo, double stops, and cross-picking, to exploring traditional bluegrass tunes, improvisation, and vocal accompaniment, Sierra Hull will guide you through each step of your musical journey. With her clear and engaging instruction, you'll develop a solid foundation and gain the skills necessary to express yourself authentically in the world of bluegrass mandolin.
One of the standout features of this online bluegrass mandolin course is the interactive learning experience facilitated by the ArtistWorks platform. As a student, you'll have the unique opportunity to submit practice videos to Sierra Hull, who will provide personalized video feedback and guidance. This invaluable one-on-one instruction ensures that you receive individual attention, allowing you to refine your technique, improve your tone, and develop your own unique musical voice.
In addition to the personalized feedback, you'll become part of a vibrant online community of fellow mandolin enthusiasts. Connect, collaborate, and engage with like-minded musicians from around the world. Share your progress, exchange ideas, and receive support from both your peers and Sierra Hull herself. This collaborative environment fosters a sense of camaraderie and provides an ongoing source of inspiration and encouragement throughout your musical journey.
With the convenience of learning on your own schedule and the flexibility to access the course materials anytime, anywhere, this online bluegrass mandolin course caters to players of all levels. Whether you're a dedicated bluegrass aficionado or an adventurous musician seeking to explore new musical horizons, Sierra Hull's expertise and guidance will unlock your potential and enable you to express yourself authentically through the mandolin.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to learn from one of the preeminent mandolin players of our time. Enroll in the online bluegrass mandolin course with Sierra Hull today, and embark on a transformative musical journey that will enhance your playing and ignite your passion for bluegrass. Get ready to pick, strum, and soar your way to mastery and become the mandolin player you've always aspired to be!
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What ultimately sets these mandolin lessons apart from other offerings is the ability to submit a video for review using the ArtistWorks Video Exchange Learning® platform. Sierra reviews each submission and records a video response, offering specific guidance to take your playing to the next level. All students can access the Video Exchange library and watch each other’s interactions with Sierra. This library is constantly expanding and may contain the key to unlock your mandolin playing skills.
About Sierra Hull
Sierra Hull has accomplished more as a singer, songwriter, and performer at a young age than many musicians do in a lifetime. Recognized three years in a row as the IBMA “Mandolin Player of the Year,” she received a Grammy nomination for her album Weighted Mind when she was just 26. Since then, Sierra has shown no signs of slowing down and continues to reaffirm her standing as a modern pioneer of the bluegrass genre, a virtuosic songwriter, and a true master of the mandolin. Since her early childhood, Sierra has collaborated with iconic artists like Alison Krauss, Béla Fleck, Garth Brooks, Sturgill Simpson, and fellow ArtistWorks master instructors Bryan Sutton and Missy Raines. As such, Sierra has drawn from decades of performance experience to create a comprehensive course of online mandolin lessons designed to teach players of all levels how to play modern bluegrass. Like many premier bluegrass mandolin players, Sierra calls Nashville, TN her home and has been teaching at ArtistWorks since Summer 2021.
Mandolin Lessons
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Basic Mandolin
Welcome to Basic
Introduction to Tremolo
"Lonesome Moonlight Waltz" - Key of Dm
Introduction to Mandolin and Basic Terminology
Posture: How to Hold the Mandolin
Basic Tuning
Tuning by Ear
Using an Electronic Tuner
Miscellaneous Topics
Choosing a Pick
How to Hold the Pick
Right Hand Position
Pick Angle
Let's Make Some Sounds!
Setting your Tone Goals
Basic Left Hand Technique
Coordination Between Both Hands
Basic Mandolin Fingerings
The G Major Scale
Chromatic Exercise
Using Tablature
Introduction to Rhythm: Using a Metronome
Basic Two Finger Chords: Open Position G, C & D
Basic Checkpoint 1
"You are my Sunshine" - Key of G
"Amazing Grace" - Key of G
Basic Pick Stroke Theory
"Red Haired Boy" - Key of A
"Old Joe Clark" - Key of A
"Billy in the Lowground" - Key of C
Recap on All Open Chords So Far: G, C, D, A, E & F
Basic Checkpoint 2
Major Scale Construction: Moveable A Major Scale
1-4-5 Chord Progression Explained
"Nine Pound Hammer" - Key of G
"Bury Me Beneath the Willow" - Key of D
Finding Minor Chords: Gm, Cm, & Dm
“Shady Grove” - Key of Dm
Basic Checkpoint 3
Moveable Barre Chords: Major & Minor
Seventh Chords
Basic Checkpoint 4
The Bluegrass Chop
Open Chop Chords
Slides
Hammer-Ons
Pull-Offs
Hammer-On Pull-Offs
"Turkey in the Straw" - Key of G
Basic Checkpoint 5
Basic Checkpoint 6
How to Change Strings
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Intermediate Mandolin
Intro to Intermediate
"Saint Anne's Reel" - Key of D
Memorizing the Fretboard
Inlay Markers as Roadmaps
Memorizing the Natural Notes
Finding Octaves
Miscellaneous Topics
"Brown County Breakdown" - Key of E
Chord Scales
Introduction to Arpeggios
Two Octave Arpeggios
"New Camptown Races" - Key of Bb
Intro to Crosspicking
"Sugarfoot Rag" - Key of G - Using Crosspicking
Root Position and Chord Inversions
Choosing Chord Shapes to Play
Chop Chords: Minor & Dominant 7
Introduction to Double Stops
"Lonesome Moonlight Waltz" - Key of D minor - Using Double Stops
Transposing "Nine Pound Hammer"
Playing Fills Behind a Vocalist
Introduction to Triplets
"Red Haired Boy" - Key of A - Using Triplets
"Rebecca" - Key of B
Bill Monroe Inspired Licks & Phrases
"Bluegrass Stomp" - Key of D
"Big Sandy River" - Key of A
Metronome Exercise
Bluegrass Tag Endings
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Advanced Mandolin
Welcome to Advanced
Checking in with Technique: The Three T's
Taking Care of our Hands
Strengthening Exercise 1
Strengthening Exercise 2
Strengthening Exercise 3
Miscellaneous Topics
Strengthening Exercise 4
Strengthening Exercise 5
Strengthening Exercise 6
Strengthening Exercise 7
Strengthening Exercise 8
Introduction to Chord Melodies
Chord Melody - "People Get Ready" - Key of D
Chord Melody - "Tennessee Waltz" - Key of C
Improvising
Celtic Tune - Key of G
Metronome Challenge
Playing with Speed
“Raw Hide” - Key of C
"Big Mon" - Key of A
Building Solo Arrangements: “Weighted Mind” - Key of F# Minor
"Smashville" - Key of B
"Best Buy" - Key of A
"Stranded" - Key of D
"Bombshell" - Key of B
"The Last Minute" - Key of D
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Octave Mandolin
Introduction to Octave Mandolin
Octave Mandolin: Basic Fingerings
Octave Mandolin: Using a Capo
Octave Mandolin: Strumming and Chopping
Octave Mandolin: Finger Picking "Amazing Grace" - Key of G
Octave Mandolin: "Old Dangerfield" - Key of A
Miscellaneous Topics
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Sierra & Michael Daves - FreshGrass Festival 2022 Backstage Interview
Sierra & Michael Daves - FreshGrass Festival 2022 Backstage Interview - Part 1
Sierra & Michael Daves - FreshGrass Festival 2022 Backstage Interview - Part 2
Sierra & Michael Daves - FreshGrass Festival 2022 Backstage Interview - Part 3
Sierra & Michael Daves - FreshGrass Festival 2022 Backstage Interview - Part 4
Sierra & Michael Daves - FreshGrass Festival 2022 Backstage Interview - Part 5
Sierra & Michael Daves - FreshGrass Festival 2022 Backstage Interview - Part 6
Sierra & Michael Daves - FreshGrass Festival 2022 Backstage Interview - Part 7
Review by Drew E. on 23 May 2023review stating Wonderful experience with Sierra!
I have been with AW for a long time in a variety of classes and joined Sierra's from the beginning. It has been wonderful to not only study with her, but actually get to know her a bit. She has gone out of her way at a couple of live shows to meet with me and always remembers me from the class. 2022 was an insanely busy year for her in touring, bu...Read MoreRead more about I have been with AW for a long time in
t she still did a great job responding to videos in a reasonable timeframe. No matter what level player, she is very good at being encouraging to the student and pointing out the things that they are doing well, but also guiding them in what needs work. The curriculum ranges from very beginner to material that will challenge advanced players like some of her original tunes. Thank you Sierra! Read LessRead less about I have been with AW for a long time in
Review by jwakol on 7 Jun 2023review stating Top-Notch!
Sierra is an outstanding teacher! I have taught and taken lessons on several instruments, and she is truly top-notch, especially considering that this is a video exchange and the number of students she interacts with. It's clear that she keeps notes on her students and references past conversations and progress in her video exchanges. I feel like ...Read MoreRead more about Sierra is an outstanding teacher! I
she knows me. She's very good at relating everything she teaches to the key and chords. I have learned so much and highly recommend this course to mandolinists, from beginner to more advanced. Read LessRead less about Sierra is an outstanding teacher! I
Review by LucyL on 30 May 2023review stating Amazing course!
When I first saw this course was announced I enrolled right away. I was so excited to have one-on-one access to one of the best mandolin players and one of my biggest heroes! Sierra is a great teacher and her course is amazing! There are so many great lessons on her course, but she also lets you submit other things that you’ve been working on and ...Read MoreRead more about When I first saw this course was
she’ll give you personal critique. I love ArtistWorks! I’ve been an ArtistWorks member since 2019 and a member of Sierra’s course since the very beginning, I was one of the first 100 to be in the course :) Read LessRead less about When I first saw this course was
Review by Dave G. on 22 Jun 2023review stating Sierra's course has helped me greatly
I just completed the beginner's course and it has been a good learning experience. I enjoy Sierra's enthusiasm and easygoing style. She throws in a bit of music theory without you even knowing. I like that he video exchanges are way more than "good job, keep it up". She listens and watches and provides good insight into issues that I need to work ...Read MoreRead more about I just completed the beginner's course
on. Read LessRead less about I just completed the beginner's course
Review by Cindy R. on 26 May 2023review stating I'm pickin it up!
I personally find Sierra Hull’s mandolin lessons remarkable because the teaching points of her lessons really do translate into me understanding and being able to apply both theory and technique as I go along. Most beneficial for me as a learner is that the lesson segments are short and split up into sections, so I can go back and look at them as ...Read MoreRead more about I personally find Sierra Hull’s
many times as it takes to understand everything and be able to do it. The backup tracks show me how I’m progressing and help me get the timing and rhythm right. People with different learning preferences can also benefit from ArtistWorks approach, for example, filming Sierra playing from different angles enables me to work on correct fingering technique too. Read LessRead less about I personally find Sierra Hull’s
Review by Jeff W. on 26 May 2023review stating Fantastic!
Sierra is not only a great player, but a fantastic teacher. I was already an intermediate player when I started her course but decided to start from the beginning and still learned a lot that I didnt know! The way that she starts off and slowly builds with clear explanations makes it very easy to understand foundational principals and grow quite q...Read MoreRead more about Sierra is not only a great player, but
uickly. It would be great for her to have a "Mandolin 2" course to take us even farther in advanced playing! If youre undecided on signing up and want to be a better player, dont hesitate any longer. You wont be disappointed! Read LessRead less about Sierra is not only a great player, but
Review by David R. on 14 Apr 2024review stating Sierra Hull Mandolin
Sierra does a great job with her VE's but does not get to them frequently enough. My fist reply was 7 weeks after I submitted my video. The site content is very good.
Review by William K. on 27 Jan 2024review stating Old folks can learn a lot!
I’m almost 70 years old, and learned to play the mandolin about 40 years ago with the help of a Jack Tottle basic technique book. I’m starting Sierra’s course from the beginning, to find out what I’ve missed. I’m in a bluegrass band with friends, and play the occasional barn dance. I’m thoroughly enjoying Sierra’s course. All I can say is that I w...Read MoreRead more about I’m almost 70 years old, and learned
ish that I would have had the opportunity to take it when I was a bit younger, and a little earlier in my musical career. My advice is don’t hesitate for a moment to take this course. Sierra’s teaching method, and the information gained from it is invaluable. Read LessRead less about I’m almost 70 years old, and learned
Review by Tomas Z. on 28 May 2023review stating Tomas Z.
I started learning the mandolin at the age of 48 and this course helped me a lot. I'm in the advanced section now. Sierra is very friendly and explains everything clearly. It is a great motivation for me. Thank you
Review by Doug B. on 23 May 2023review stating Dedicated Teacher
I really appreciate Sierra Hull's dedication to effective teaching of mandolin techniques at any level. Her recorded lessons are well organized and progress well from Beginner through Intermediate. The Advanced lessons are challenging and a big step up from Intermediate, but still very useful, even if the student does not attempt all the lessons o...Read MoreRead more about I really appreciate Sierra Hull's
r tunes at that level. For every VE video I and others have submitted, I believe Sierra puts a lot of thought into her reviews, including looking at previous videos to see how I have progressed. I always receive useful advice from her on anything I have submitted, and I appreciate the time she takes from her busy schedule to provide in-depth helpful reviews of all the VEs submitted on the site. Read LessRead less about I really appreciate Sierra Hull's
Review by Hannah v. on 22 May 2023review stating I love ArtistWorks
And I love Sierra Hull! This platform is so fun and convenient to use. Connect with other students, get live feedback from the teacher (SIERRA HULL?!!?!) and go completely at your own pace. ArtistWorks is an amazing platform to have!
Review by Karl W. on 13 Jan 2025review stating Very well thought-out lessons and video feedback
I have really enjoyed my experience -- it's great having Sierra's expertise and know-how available at any time of day to help improve my mandolin skills.
Review by Michael L. on 22 Dec 2024review stating The Best…
I’ve found Sierra’s Bluegrass Mandolin series the absolute best for me. Every segment within every session immediately improves my playing. With Sierra’s Bluegrass Mandolin series I feel like a Mando player now, not just a guitar player who plays mandolin. Masterfully curated, excellent videography and lessons that subtlety build my abilities. Tha...Read MoreRead more about I’ve found Sierra’s Bluegrass Mandolin
nk you Sierra and thank you Artist Works! Read LessRead less about I’ve found Sierra’s Bluegrass Mandolin
Review by Rick N. on 9 Dec 2024review stating Quality
Two things are noteworthy to me about this course: The quality of the content, and the quality of the production.
The concept of ArtistWorks in general is brilliant, and the way it is delivered is simply top-notch. Hats off to ArtistWorks and Sierra for all this. This is my second ArtistWorks course, and I am very much looking forward to ...Read MoreRead more about Two things are noteworthy to me about
moving through the content. Read LessRead less about Two things are noteworthy to me about
Review by Kaulean M. on 16 Jul 2024review stating Love
I came across Sierra Hull’s music on YouTube. I love bluegrass and play guitar mostly but have always done music throughout my life. I picked up the guitar when I was 7, my mom and dad both played. Country Roads by John Denver was the first song I learned. Then throughout my school years I played many instruments but never really felt like I got g...Read MoreRead more about I came across Sierra Hull’s music on
ood at any one of them Recorder, violin, cello, bass, clarinet, flute, sax, piano, drums, mandolin But guitar was portable and I could play and sing and busk to make a living. Busking turned into playing coffeehouses and bars, some small festivals and traveling around the country. I am not playing out as much these days I’m in my 50’s, but I still jam for myself and with friends around the fire. My Husband is a hand percussionist. When I saw this course , I thought wow taking a course from Sierra Hull ( I’ve seen her playing with musicians like Billy Strings ) Absolutely I want to get in her brain about music and her instrument. Plus it is always good to keep learning because music is deep and really you can know so much and nothing at all. I want to understand the mandolin better and learning from Sierra has been a treat, I am going slow and practicing the fundamentals as I have just gotten started here but do plan on sending in a video exchange soon. I have watched a few of them and really love how personal every video exchange is. Sierra has a sweet musical soul full of knowledge and I’m so glad to have the opportunity to learn from her. Kaulean Morningstar (O’Shaughnessy) Read LessRead less about I came across Sierra Hull’s music on