Music & Movement Magic (for 4-5 year olds)
7-week session: November 11-March 4th
Barbara will also be offering private piano instruction before and after her classes!
An interactive musical experience for the youngest musicians. Barbara Fraser will bring alive favorite books with song, music, instruments, movement and stories from around the world; encouraging a love of music and movement through an interactive exploration of rhythms, percussion, hand-drums and melodic instruments. From jazzy nursery rhymes to Jan Brett's "The Mitten" to "Abiyoyo"- a worldwind of fun and learning.
Rock Band
Wednesdays, 3:30-4pm
Does your student musician sing, play drums, guitar, bass, keyboard, or another instrument, but not have the opportunity to collaborate with other musicians? Rock Band offers students the chance to work with other musicians as part of a group. Young musicians will work as a team, hone their listening skills, arrange material, learn group dynamics and having fun grooving together.
Adult Campfire Guitar
TBD
Whether you've played before or are completely new to the instrument, this a great opportunity to learn the fundamentals in a group setting all while strumming through some classic tunes. The class will focus on basic rhythms and chords, preparing you for future summer campfires in addition to future jams with friends and family. The material will include rock, country, folk and popular selections.
Kids Marimba Band
TBD
Learn and play the vibrant music of Southern and Central Africa on the marimba (large xylophone). Explore the globe through poly-rhtyhmic grooves as the member of a high-energy ensemble! This is a group specifically designed and planned for young musicians in elementary school (ages 7-10). This music is great for beginners & aspiring percussionists. "If you can talk, you can sing; if you can walk you can dance." -Zimbabwean proverb
Beginner Guitar Group
TBD
In this class, students learn the basics of reading music, understanding chord progressions, right-hand rhythm techniques, and the ins and outs of playing basic melodies. For beginner musicians, this group setting provides a comfortable and relaxed environment as everyone learns together at a gradual pace. This session is for first time players, offering them the chance to master the fundamentals and learn to read music while participating in a small ensemble.
