Featured Guests
Welcome to the Jon Peckman Podcast, your backstage pass to the world of music! Hosted by a passionate music aficionado and industry insider Jon Peckman, this podcast is the ultimate destination for music lovers and aspiring artists alike.
From intimate interviews with renowned musicians to behind-the-scenes insights into the creative process, the Jon Peckman Podcast offers an insider's perspective on the music industry like never before. Get ready to discover new artists, uncover hidden gems, and see into the lives of your beloved artists.
This was fantastic. Although at 30 min in, I was sad there was only 30 min remaining. This easily could've been 2 hrs. Loved it!
Geoffrey Brown
Gary Beaulieu joins ConnValley’s faculty with over forty years of teaching and playing experience. He began lessons as a kid at the Hometown Store in East Hartford and later went on to study with Jimi Bell from the band Autograph. He continued his guitar playing through college where he also studied music theory. During his time performing, Gary has played at various fairs, events and private parties, and throughout CT. Currently he plays guitar for the band Out of the Blue. Gary teaches all ages and levels, specializing in 70’s – 90’s classic rock, blues rock and early alternative.Aside from performing and teaching, Gary is a skilled guitar repair technician.
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BOSS Specials
Katana - $229.99
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Dedicated gain, EQ, and effects controls for adjusting sounds quickly
Roland Blues Cube - $499.99
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OSC section includes Cross Mod, Ring Mod, and OSC Sync
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five system effects: Reverb, TFX1, TFX2, Delay, and Master EQ
RC-1 - $99.99
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12 minute stereo recording time
TU3 Tuner - $99.99
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High brightness mode for outdoor visibility
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21 segment LED meter
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Drop tuning support
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Guitar and Bass mode
Metal Zone MT-2 - $99.99
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Long sustain
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Heavy mids and lows
DS-1 - $49.99
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Allows true guitar tone to come through
Reopening Info
Per the Governor's reopening guidelines and concern for public health, we have put safety guidelines in place that we will follow to ensure your health and the health of our faculty and staff:
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We require that ALL students, faculty, staff, and shoppers wear masks while in the store. The only exception are wind players DURING a lesson, i.e saxophone, trumpet, trombone, flute, clarinet, etc.
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If you do not feel well, please do not come in for your lesson. The same applies to faculty.
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We will take temperatures of our faculty and staff when they enter the building.
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Our staff will sanitize high touch surfaces after each lesson and/or every half hour.
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We have hand sanitizer at the front counter and in every studio.
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We have installed plexi-glass partitions in each studio and at the front counter.
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Please respect the 6-foot social distancing markers on the floor.
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If you are shopping in our store, please ask a staff member for assistance before handling any merchandise or instruments.
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Our restroom will not be open to the public.
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We will only allow 2 people at a time in our waiting room.
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Lessons will be staggered to allow for social distancing.
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Curbside pick up will still be available.
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Our teachers will still offer LESSONS VIA ZOOM if you feel uncomfortable.
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Instrument rentals and repairs will be by appointment only.
We also plan to start our group classes during the week of June 15th. If you are registered for Group Guitar or Rock Zone we will contact you directly to discuss further details.
If you have any questions, comments or concerns please call us at 860-342-2270 or email us at info@connvalley.net
Thank you again for your patience and continued support. We look forward to seeing you June 1!
Thursday May 28 at 11am PST
ONLY $19
75 minutes, with a Q&A and tons of practical tools and solutions.
Live via zoom.com or watch the replay anytime for 7 days after the class ends.
If you've ever considered or are currently getting into Remote Recording, this is the class for you. Learn both the creative & the business side of recording remotely. For the past several years Remote Recording has been a consistent source of income for me. I will teach you what I've learned to do, not to do and how to leave your clients happy and sure to return!
In This Masterclass you Will Learn How To:
• What equipment you need
• Getting great sounds on a budget
• How to set your rates
• How to communicate with clients
• How to advertise without feeling like a used car salesman
• How to deal with difficult clients
In his series of weekly MASTERCLASSES, Matt will lead an in-depth and detailed discussion on the foundational elements that will allow you to build a successful and sustainable career. "Throughout my career, I’ve seen musicians face the same challenges over and over," says Matt, “Each class is an in-depth look at an issue that has side-lined many talented people.”
About Matt:
Matt Starr is a drummer, career coach, speaker and producer. He has toured and recorded with members of KISS, Guns n Roses, Bon Jovi, Mr Big and others. His column “The BIG Deal with Matt Starr” can be read in Drumhead magazine. He currently works with Ace Frehley and lives in Los Angeles with his wife and 2 kids.
July 17, 2025
Rest in Peace - Guy P. Russo
Guy Patrick Russo born March 17, 1955 passed away on July 13, 2025 at 70 years old after a two year battle with cancer. Guy served for 22 years as the Director of Water and Sewer in the city until his retirement in 2018.