I'm Troy Weidenheimer. My friends call me "Rakun" (raccoon).

I've taught over 1,000 private students, plus scores of workshops around the country, helping aspiring guitar, mandolin and electric bass players become more skillful, confident performers of folk, bluegrass and country music. I've performed professionally throughout the US and Canada in bands as a lead guitarist, mandolinist and bassist, and also individually as a singer/songwriter. 

I present folk, bluegrass and country music instrumental technique and jamming workshops in music stores, studios, music festivals and camps. These multi-hour, full day or week-long adult workshops, called LabClasses are fun, fast-paced, highly interactive, and hands-on.

About 85% of workshop time consists of students playing their instruments, working through the easy-to- follow tablature and chord/lyric sheets we prepare specifically for each workshop. I demonstrate each technique, and help individual students. We also prepare and supply colorful posters and flyers your organization will find effective in promoting the Rakun Music Workshops. 

I've owned and operated my own music store and school, and worked as a factory representative for both Gibson and Fender guitar companies - so I fully understand the importance of professionalism in working with organizations who host my workshops.

Please contact me well in advance of your next workshop opportunities to discuss my availability, possible music workshop topics, and how your organization may profit from my workshops financially, and through attracting new customers or patrons.

CLICK HERE for a partial list and descriptions of possible workshop topics.  EMAIL for a quick response.