Sound Beginnings Barb Tilsen
(Ages 3-6) Songs promoting friendship, self-esteem and respect for a peaceful Mother Earth and all her relations; games and musical activities that develop musical concepts, skills and appreciation;“hands-on” exploration of the families of musical instruments; instrument making, integrated arts projects and other musical activities, experiences that nurture self-expression and the creative process.
Tuesdays, 11am-noon, Aug. 2-23  $45

Intro to Music Theory Stephen Dewey
Come learn how music works and what all the jots and squiggles on the page really mean!  This course covers notation, time signatures, dynamics, and articulation. Material covered is useful to singers, or instrumentalists, whether you are just beginning, or want to refresh your understanding.  We will use Essentials of Music Theory, by Andrew Surnami, et al, as the primary textbook for the course.  The book costs $12.95 and is available online at www.Alfred.com, or Groth Music www.grothmusic.com. 
Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm, June 22–July 27

Introduction to Guitar Dale Dahlquist
For beginners who are looking for a supportive learning environment. This class will teach students guitar chords in several common keys, a few simple tunes, proper technique, great starter flatpicking and fingerpicking patterns, and easy-to-understand basic theory.
Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm, June 23-July 28

Building Vocal Confidence I: Performance Basics Bobbi Miller
Love to sing, but afraid to do it in public? Learn all the basics of good vocal technique, increase your power and range, and find “your own voice”. The class will focus on vocal exercises, proper body alignment and breath control. There will be a performance for your peers.
Wednesdays, 7:30-9pm, June 23-July 28

Introduction to African Guitar Siama Matuzungidi
This class will explore rhythmic patterns and guitar riffs common to Soukous and High Life styles of music. Soukous is an up-tempo music also called African Rumba, similar to Soca and Calypso from the Caribbean. High Life is a West African music style. Teacher demonstrations, listening to recordings, some history and discussions of popular African musicians in this style are elements of the class. Familiarity with basic chords and notes will be helpful to students. Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm, June 23-July 28

Recorder Class For Kids, Level I, II, III Maggie Roston
For children, grades K to 5, who want a peek into how much fun it is to make music, and to get a head start on all the other wind instruments, including the flute, saxophone, clarinet, oboe and bassoon, which all have the same basic concepts and fingerings. There will be an option to continue to the next level at the end of each six week session. Level I starts with play-by-ear exciting, well-known songs. Level II advances to concepts of reading music. Level III moves on to reading fun & fantastic music.
Saturdays, 2:30-3:30pm, June 19,26, July 10-31, OR
Wednesdays, 5-6pm, June 23-July 28

Building Vocal Confidence II: Beyond the Basics Bobbi Miller
This is a follow up course to BVC I and designed to help you take the next step to confident, relaxed performance. Students will learn intermediate to advanced vocal technique, applying exercises and scales to challenging songs. Study of professional vocalists and various techniques will combine with improvisation and song study. Contrasting styles will be emphasized, culminating in a performance for your peers, friends and family!
Mondays, 7:30-9pm, June 28-August 2

Music Theory for the Guitar Level I and II Dale Dahlquist
Great for a serious beginner or an accomplished musician. Invaluable for songwriting, improvising, pulling tunes from recordings and playing with others. Learn chord structure, how to index and play each in several forms. Through analysis of popular songs, learn chord relationships in a progression and how they resolve. Level I covers 13 chord types including major, minor, suspended, 6ths, 7ths, power chords. Level II includes 9ths, 11ths, 13ths, augmented, diminished, altered chords, inversions, and more sophisticated progressions. Prerequisites: Level I Introduction to Guitar, equivalent private instruction or a ravishing curiosity. Level II: Completion of Theory I or instructor consent.
Level I: Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm, June 23-July 28
Level II: Thursdays, 8-9:30pm, June 24-July 29

Intro to Latine American Hand Drumming Kale Olson Reed
Hand-drumming is a great way to release the music in you and experience the rush of playing music in a group. You don’t need previous musical experience to participate in this class for beginning to intermediate levels. We’ll explore traditional rhythms from Africa to Latin America and rhythms created on the spot in a drum jam style. You will be introduced to hand drum technique as it applies to these traditional rhythms. Some congas or djembe will be provided; you are encouraged to bring your own drum.
Sundays, 2:00-3:30pm, June 20, 27, July 11-Aug 1

Chamber Music for Recorders or Other Woodwind Instruments Maggie Roston
This class offers adults or more experienced youth an informal setting to enjoy playing music together! The recorder group will play renaissance and baroque music. OR the Wind group, any combination of flute, clarinet, saxophone, oboe, bassoon or French horn will play duos to Choirs, from Bach to Beethoven to Bartok. Classes formed according to instrument, experience level and interest. Groups can be ongoing.
Saturdays, 2:30-4pm, June 19,26, July 10-31, OR Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm , June 23-July 28 

Jazz History and Listening Stefan Kac
Explore the history of recorded jazz music from its origins through the present day. Listening will be interspersed with discussion of relevant historical and technical topics.
Wednesdays, 7:30-9pm, $145, June 23-August 11 (12 hrs)

Understanding & Operating P.A. Equipment Dale Dahlquist
Learn about the function, setup, operation, and pricing of commonly used PA equipment for any sized room or outdoor venue. This is critical material for solo as well as band players. Whether you are buying or upgrading equipment, using a house system, or want to maximize the capabilities of equipment you own, this invaluable class will help you enhance your sound, minimize feedback, and work efficiently and safely. The last week is a hands-on PA Workshop. You will help set up a complete PA system for a small band, then twist knobs to get desired results. Written materials are provided on pricing, vendors, model recommendations and hookup diagrams.
Week 1 & 2 Thursdays, 8:15-9:45pm, June 24 & July 1 (1.5 hours each) Week 3 Thursday, 7:15-9:45pm, July 8 (2.5 hours) Total of 5.5 hours in 3 sessions $80

The Zen of American Primitive Guitar Peter Lang
Long time friend and collaborator of the legendary John Fahey, Peter Lang will give a multifaceted class including insights on right and left hand technique. Students will learn methods for muting and clarifying lead lines, and be introduced to a variety of right hand picking styles. The class will explore ways in which open tunings can give added dimension and coloring to arrangements. Composition issues, the use of dynamics and practical applications for slide and other open tuning techniques will be investigated. The slide component of the class will look into lap vs. classical, glass vs. metal and the ways in which various tunings flavor the sound the slide produces. Tablature will be provided for lessons in both D (DADF#AD) and C (CGCGCE) tunings, among others.
Saturdays, 1-2:30pm, Ongoing, flexible start time, $150 

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