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BILL WARD, MICHAEL SCHENKER, GLENN HUGHES To Take Part In 'Masters Of Metal' Camp


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Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp is proud to welcome Micheal Schenker of UFO, SCORPIONS, MSG, along with legendary BLACK SABBATH drummer Bill Ward and Glenn Hughes of DEEP PURPLE as special guests at the Masters Of Metal camp. Some of the biggest heavy hitters in the world of metal are coming to Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp March 26-29,, and it's gonna get loud! If you ever dreamed of jamming with true heavy metal icons, this is your chance. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience to spend time playing and learning from three of the biggest names in hard rock history. Over the course of the camp, your band will have personal time with each of these masters, as well as the opportunity to ask the questions you've always wanted to ask. Along with meeting and jamming with these incredible talents, each band performs two nights at the infamous House Of Blues at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada. This camp is not be missed by any metal fan, as this opportunity will not repeat itself. Legendary figure in the history of metal guitar, Michael Schenker is best known for his tenure in UFO, in addition to his solo band. He first rose to fame as an early member of the SCORPIONS, then achieved fame in the mid-1970s as the lead guitar player for UFO. Bill Ward needs no introduction. As the drummer of one of the most influential heavy metal bands in history, Ward was an integral force in the creation of the heavy metal genre. Known as the godfather of heavy metal drumming, he has inspired and influenced countless drummers who have followed. A sure moment of pride in Ward's life came in 2000 when he, along with the rest of the original lineup of BLACK SABBATH, was honored with a long-overdue Grammy Award. Master bass player, songwriter and vocalist Glenn Hughes has remained one of heavy metals most revered artists. In 1973, Hughes joined DEEP PURPLE. No other rock musician has carved such a distinctive style blending the finest elements of hard rock, soul and funk. That astonishing voice is Hughes' calling card. Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp also has some amazing counselors participating in this camp, including Rudy Sarzo (QUIET RIOT, WHITESNAKE), Vinny Appice (DIO), Brian Tichy (WHITESNAKE, FOREIGNER, BILLY IDOL) and Glen Sobel (ALICE COOPER). About Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp: For the campers, this is a life-changing experience. Some of the campers play well and even gave up careers as musicians to become CEOs and lawyers. Some campers can't play at all. What they all have in common is passion for rock music. At Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp, they all get to pursue their passion — and meet, and play with the artists who became the soundtrack of their lives David Fishof is the founder and creator of the famed Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp where rock dreams become reality. The idea came to him after years of producing rock tours throughout the word. He's been honored to work with veteran rockers Roger Daltrey, Levon Helm, Joe Walsh, Roger Hodgson, Todd Rundgren, Jack Bruce, Dr. John, Randy Bachman, and so many more. He feels fortunate to have seen their talent first hand. David's desire to share this experience with you, gave him the inspiration to produce the one-of- a-kind Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp. This camp is specially priced and will sell out quickly, so sign up at www.rockcamp.com and get ready to rock! Read more... then come back and comment below.

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