As previously reported, guitarist Steve Vai has launched Alien Guitar Secrets, an unprecedented, masterclass opportunity offered by to all music students and guitar enthusiasts. Tickets are now on sale at this location. Availability is very limited for each masterclass - so please be aware that these classes will sell quickly. All details can be found below.

After testing the masterclass in various international territories, we are now bringing Alien Guitar Secrets to the United States. This three-plus hour unique package gives the student a once in a lifetime opportunity to hear Steve discuss music theory, guitar techniques, the music business, and most importantly, techniques on how to discover and unlock your personal musical identity. It also includes a question and answer session, and a few attendees will be chosen to jam with Steve in this intimate environment.

Class outline:

When I Was A Little Boy

- Introduction

Building the Church

- Short and long term musical goals

Essence

- Basic guitar playing concepts and music theory

Under it All

- Finding and cultivating your own uniqueness on the instrument

Midway Creatures

- Discussion about the music business

K’m Pee-Du-Wee

- Bathroom Break

Head Cuttin’ Duel

- Jamming with Steve

Answers

- Q & A With Steve

Here I Am

- Meet & Greet, autographs and photos with Steve

Date, time, location:

Friday, January 16th, 2009

5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Fullerton, CA

Saturday, January 17, 2009

3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Fullerton, CA

In order to ensure a unique experience for Alien Guitar Secrets, the exact location of the event will only be revealed once your ticket is purchased. Please note that these class dates coincide with the NAMM Convention in Anaheim, CA. For those of you who may be attending NAMM, the location of the masterclass is less than five miles away from the Convention Center. There is parking at the venue for the masterclass.

Ticket sales:

Alien Guitar Secrets is only available through the Vai.com Online Store. Ticket sales begin Wednesday, December 10th at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. Tickets are $325.00 each and shall be limited to 50 per class. Ticket price includes:

One ticket to Alien Guitar Secrets, which includes the aforementioned 3 hour experience.

A limited edition “Naked Tracks” 5 CD box set.

The ticket and “Naked Tracks” Box Set will be given to you at check-in upon arrival at the venue. If you purchase the package, you will need to arrive at the venue no later than 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the class.

Visit the special Alien Guitar Secrets page for more information and FAQ. You can also post questions about the masterclass on our special Message Board thread here.