Music - Adult
Music: Guitar 1
From beginner to professional level, the foundation of guitar playing is learning the 15 basic chords that are the 20% of the knowledge used 80% of the time. Working together in a group we'll learn these chords and organize them into 5 related families. This course is designed to get you quickly on your way to having fun playing your guitar.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
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| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 and up | Apr 16 - Jun 11 | 2:00pm - 4:00pm | City Arts Centre | GENERAL $135.00 |
559125 |
| Instructor: Marge Vanderzyl | |||||
| 18 and up | Jul 5 - Jul 28 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm | City Arts Centre | GENERAL $125.00 |
562683 |
| Instructor: Jeff Ramsey | |||||
| 18 and up | Aug 2 - Aug 25 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm | City Arts Centre | GENERAL $125.00 |
562685 |
| Instructor: Marge Vanderzyl | |||||
| 18 and up | Apr 21 - Jun 9 | 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre | GENERAL $135.00 |
559121 |
| Instructor: Marge Vanderzyl | |||||
| 18 and up | Apr 21 - Jun 9 | 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Terwillegar Community Recreation Centre | GENERAL $135.00 |
559129 |
| Instructor: TBA TBA | |||||
Music: Guitar 2
Ready to learn more guitar? This class introduces B minor, F barre chords, 4- and 5- chord songs using the Nashville number system; finger picking, scale patterns and how to use them to play melodies. The class also includes new strum patterns and how to coordinate singing with playing the guitar. Expand your guitar skills and have fun!
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
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| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 and up | Apr 18 - Jun 13 | 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Terwillegar Subway Arena | GENERAL $135.00 |
559120 |
| Instructor: Tracey Newman | |||||
Music: Hand Drumming
This interactive drumming class is great for everyone, it will teach the fundamentals of hand drumming as well as different rhythm patterns and proper technique. Drums are provided in class. Come explore with us!
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
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| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 and up | Apr 16 - Jun 11 | 12:30pm - 2:00pm | City Arts Centre | GENERAL $125.00 |
559116 |
| Instructor: Bill Mitchell | |||||
Music: Piano 1
Have you always wanted to play piano but don't know where to start? Classes will include basic piano technique, a few simple pieces, and general music skills such as rhythm, pitch, patterns and concepts.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
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| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 and up | Apr 18 - Jun 13 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm | City Arts Centre | GENERAL $150.00 |
559123 |
| Instructor: Raydene Koch | |||||
| 18 and up | Jul 4 - Jul 27 | 7:00pm - 8:30pm | City Arts Centre | GENERAL $150.00 |
562686 |
| Instructor: Raydene Koch | |||||
| 18 and up | Aug 3 - Aug 24 | 7:00pm - 8:30pm | City Arts Centre | GENERAL $130.00 |
562690 |
| Instructor: Raydene Koch | |||||
| 18 and up | Apr 17 - Jun 12 | 1:30pm - 3:00pm | The Meadows Community Recreation Centre | GENERAL $150.00 |
559312 |
| Instructor: Thea Pelletier | |||||
Music: Poetry For A Song
Write great lyrics with hooks and song titles that leave an impression. Write a song per week and learn the form for blues, gospel, folk, pop, country and rock. Two of the sessions will include a lesson on chord progressions to accompany your new lyrics. This class is open to everyone interested in song writing. Make your poetry sing!
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
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| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 and up | Aug 10 - Aug 31 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm | City Arts Centre | GENERAL $95.00 |
562689 |
| Instructor: Jade O'Riley | |||||
Music: Ukulele
The ukulele is considered the easiest stringed instrument to play. It is small, compact and easy to learn. Just four strings and an incredible range of chords, but only a few that you need to learn to get going. Learn how to hold, strum and tune a ukulele. Instruments not provided.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
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| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 and up | Aug 2 - Aug 25 | 8:00pm - 9:30pm | City Arts Centre | GENERAL $125.00 |
562688 |
| Instructor: Marge Vanderzyl | |||||
Music:Write the Friday Night Blues
The 12-bar Blues is one of the simplest and quickest song forms to write. Come learn the basic structure of the blues form and put your simple lyrics to music. You'll be singing the Friday Night Blues tune before this 3 hour class is done.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
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| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 and up | Aug 18 - Aug 18 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm | City Arts Centre | GENERAL $40.00 |
565420 |
| Instructor: Jade O'Riley | |||||
