(NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Oct. 20, 2026)— Nashville creative hub 8th Avenue Guitar Works will host “Ready to Work: A Crash Course for the Working Musician,” featuring veteran bass player Steve Cook, on Thursday (Oct. 22) from 6–7 p.m.
During the event, Cook will share insights and lessons learned over his more than 35-year career. Click here to RSVP.
From refining tone and technique to building the right gear arsenal and developing the skills needed to succeed as a live and session musician in Nashville, the session will provide practical guidance to help musicians navigate the industry and grow their careers.
The course will also be livestreamed and available to watch on the 8th Avenue Guitar Works YouTube channel.
Located at 2101 8th Avenue South, 8th Avenue Guitar Works invites guests to grab a coffee, stay awhile, and connect with fellow musicians, collectors, and creators. For more information, visit 8thavenueguitarworks.com and follow the shop on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
About 8th Avenue Guitar Works: 8th Avenue Guitar Works, located in Nashville, Tennessee, is a retail store and creative hub owned by MIRC (Musical Instrument Reclamation Company). Serving as the exclusive brick-and-mortar outlet for Mighty Mite replacement parts, the shop offers customized and refurbished instruments, custom-painted bodies, and on-site technical support. Designed as a community space for players, 8th Avenue Guitar Works provides a hands-on environment where musicians can explore, test, and build their ideal instruments.
