Groove And Glory

‘INSPIRING YOU TO INSPIRE OTHERS’ TEL: +1(868)277-4874/ +1(868)335-5578 EMAIL: lmnopmusiccompany@gmail.com BIOGRAPHY: From a young age, Lemuel was always attracted to music and as he grew, his passion did also. From sitting in a stroller, watching gospel artiste such as Alvin Slaughter and Ron Kenoly, to being the competent musician he is today, it is evident that Lemuel is deeply submerged into the Art they call Music. In his lifetime, Lemuel has been teaching Music for over 10 years. Currently he works as a Music Instructor with the Primary School Music Programme Unit. He is currently the holder of two Bachelor Degrees, one in Management Studies and the other in Performing Arts with Specialization in Music. Lemuel also holds certificates up to grade 6 Practical and up to grade 7 theory from Trinity Guildhall in London. Not only does he have the papers to prove it, but had the pleasure to play alongside some of the greatest musicians in Trinidad and Tobago. Names such as Tony Paul, Jason Bishop, Rodney Alexander, Jill Ann Walters-Morris, just to name a few. In addition, he had the privilege of playing with the All Star Cast at Jazz on the Greens (2018) and accompanied Quinton Neckles at Shangri-La in Tobago (2019). The highlight of his music career was playing bass guitar for Cuban Jazz Pianist, Janysett McPherson at Kaiso Blues, Port of Spain (2018). He calls it an unforgettable experience; one that will be forever etched in his memory. Lemuel Patterson loves the idea of inspiring people through his music. His theory is this: “You must never leave a music concert the same way you came; something in the music must change you.” This concept never left his thoughts. Whether teaching, composing, arranging, performing or music directing, the goal for him will always be “To inspire.” At present, Lemuel is currently the owner of ‘LmnoP Music Company’ where the motto is “INSPIRING YOU TO INSPIRE OTHERS.” All of this, is a result of his passion for music, helping upcoming musicians acquire the skills needed to inspire others.

‘INSPIRING YOU TO INSPIRE OTHERS’ TEL: +1(868)277-4874/ +1(868)335-5578 EMAIL: lmnopmusiccompany@gmail.com Week 1 – Technique Reset & Finger Independence Focus: • Proper left- and right-hand positioning • Finger independence and control • Eliminating string noise and improving tone Activities: • One-finger-per-fret exercises • Chromatic warm-ups (index to pinky) • Muting exercises (left- and right-hand) Gospel Song: “ Let the Praise Begin” – Fred Hammond • Focus on clean, syncopated groove, quick movement across strings. Week 2 – Understanding the Range of the Bass Focus: • Low and high register exploration • Understanding open strings and their relationships • Where the same notes appear in multiple positions Activities: • Mapping E-string to G-string positions of a single note (e.g., G or A) • Playing scales across the fretboard, not just vertically • Playing low vs. high versions of the same riff

‘INSPIRING YOU TO INSPIRE OTHERS’ TEL: +1(868)277-4874/ +1(868)335-5578 EMAIL: lmnopmusiccompany@gmail.com Gospel Song: “ He’s Able” – Deitrick Haddon • Moves through various ranges of the bass, with octave and melodic fills Week 3 – Fretboard Connections & Shape-Based Playing Focus: • Connecting positions using common shapes (octaves, fifths, triads) • Linking scale shapes across the neck • Navigating root to 7th within one position Activities: • Playing major scale in two positions • 1-5-6-4 progressions across different octaves • Triads in multiple positions (especially for worship music) Gospel Song: “ Every Praise” – Hezekiah Walker • Movement in 1-5-6-4 patterns, often ascending/descending quickly Week 4 – Applying Technique with Rhythmic Precision Focus: • Locking in with a drummer • Using ghost notes, syncopation, and rhythmic subdivision • Playing grooves that feel “tight” and controlled

‘INSPIRING YOU TO INSPIRE OTHERS’ TEL: +1(868)277-4874/ +1(868)335-5578 EMAIL: lmnopmusiccompany@gmail.com Activities: • Metronome-based groove workouts (8th-note, 16th-note feel) • Ghost note placement exercises • Playing fills only on the “&” or off-beats Gospel Song: “ The Anthem” – Todd Dulaney (Live) • Groove-based line with syncopation and room for tasteful ghost notes Week 5 – Performance Integration & Gospel Bass Language Focus: • Combining everything: technique, range, movement, and feel • Bassline storytelling in gospel • Using fills and runs tastefully Activities: • Reharmonize a basic worship progression using triads and scales • Practice playing a full song using all the learned skills • Reflect on weak spots for continued growth Gospel Song: “ You Are Good” – Israel & New Breed • Fast tempo, syncopated fills, technical playing required