Upcoming Music and Dance Classes
January 2021
String Class 2
Strings Class 2
Students must be placed into this course by either having completed String Class 1 or by preparing a piece. Violin, viola, cello, and double bass are all welcome in this class. During this session, we will continue the physical & theoretical music skills from String Class 1, but the goal will be focused more on playing as an ensemble, going much deeper into performance studies. On week 2, I will be presenting a few practice pieces separate from our books that we will work on as a group and perform at the end of the course! Bring your bow to string and let’s begin! Instructor: Ashley Winters
Students Must Attain Textbook & Course Materials which are NOT included in the cost of course:
- “Essential Elements for Strings 2” by Hal Leonard Publishing
- Rent/ own instrument
Cost: $173
Location: Creative Arts Building, Room 7315
Course Code Date Time
CSP 4000 24505 1/25 – 3/29 Mondays, 7pm-8:30pm
Registration Deadline: 1/18/21
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS ALSO PAYMENT DEADLINE. PLEASE CLICK HERE TO BEGIN THE REGISTRATION PROCESS OR CALL 828.565.4240
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Strings Class 1
Strings Class 1 is for students with little to no strings experience! During this course, you will learn proper instrument position and finger placement in addition to plucking and bow articulation. Violin, viola, cello, and double bass are welcome. Together we will learn basic concepts such as ear-training exercises, scales and classical and folk tunes. Students will also learn take-home practice techniques, as well as some ensemble and performance techniques in a fun and comfortable environment. Bring your bow to string, and let’s begin! Instructor: Ashley Winters
Students Must Attain Textbook & Course Materials which are NOT included in the cost of course:
- “Essential Elements for Strings 1” by Hal Leonard Publishing
- Rent/ own instrument
Cost: $173
Location: Creative Arts Building, Room 7315
Course Code Date Time
CSP 4000 24504 1/25 – 3/29 Mondays, 5pm-6:30pm
Registration Deadline: 1/19/21
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS ALSO PAYMENT DEADLINE. PLEASE CLICK HERETO BEGIN THE REGISTRATION PROCESS OR CALL 828.565.4240
Find out more »March 2021
Guitar Class 1
Guitar Class 1 This class offers a background of the instrument and technique as well as fundamentals of music such as rhythm, harmony, note reading, and playing in a small ensemble. Improvisation and musical interaction will be encouraged. Students will choose the repertoire to be performed as a finale during the last class. Student is responsible for bringing instrument and supplies. Instructor: Dan Keller Location: Creative Arts Building, Room 7315 Course Code Date Time CSP 4000 24557 3/11 – 4/29 …
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Jazz Guitar
Jazz Guitar This course offers jazz harmonic and improvisational concepts, accompaniment, and how to play in various jazz settings such as "jams" and "gigs" and sub-genres such as swing, latin jazz, bebop, and others. This class would be enjoyable for intermediate to advanced guitarists interested in learning jazz, applying jazz concepts to other styles, and/or interested in performing beyond the classroom. Student is responsible for bringing instrument and supplies. Instructor: Dan Keller Location: Creative Arts Building, Room 7315 Course Code …
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Strings Class 1
Strings Class 1
Strings Class 1 is for students with little to no strings experience! During this course, you will learn proper instrument position and finger placement in addition to plucking and bow articulation. Violin, viola, cello, and double bass are welcome. Together we will learn basic concepts such as ear-training exercises, scales and classical and folk tunes. Students will also learn take-home practice techniques, as well as some ensemble and performance techniques in a fun and comfortable environment. Bring your bow to string, and let’s begin! Instructor: Ashley Winters
Students Must Attain Textbook & Course Materials which are NOT included in the cost of course:
- “Essential Elements for Strings 1” by Hal Leonard Publishing
- Rent/ own instrument
Cost: $173
Location: Creative Arts Building, Room 7315
Course Code Date Time
CSP 4000 24506 4/19 – 6/28 Mondays, 5pm-6:30pm
Registration Deadline: 4/12/21
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS ALSO PAYMENT DEADLINE. PLEASE CLICK HERETO BEGIN THE REGISTRATION PROCESS OR CALL 828.565.4240
Find out more »Strings Class 2
Strings Class 2
Students must be placed into this course by either having completed String Class 1 or by preparing a piece. Violin, viola, cello, and double bass are all welcome in this class. During this session, we will continue the physical & theoretical music skills from String Class 1, but the goal will be focused more on playing as an ensemble, going much deeper into performance studies. On week 2, I will be presenting a few practice pieces separate from our books that we will work on as a group and perform at the end of the course! Bring your bow to string and let’s begin! Instructor: Ashley Winters
Students Must Attain Textbook & Course Materials which are NOT included in the cost of course:
- “Essential Elements for Strings 2” by Hal Leonard Publishing
- Rent/ own instrument
Cost: $173
Location: Creative Arts Building, Room 7315
Course Code Date Time
CSP 4000 24507 4/19 – 6/28 Mondays, 7pm-8:30pm
Registration Deadline: 4/12/21
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS ALSO PAYMENT DEADLINE. PLEASE CLICK HERE TO BEGIN THE REGISTRATION PROCESS OR CALL 828.565.4240
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Ukulele Class
Ukulele Class This class offers an introduction to the instrument as well as fundamental musical concepts such as rhythm, note reading, and playing in a small ensemble. Chords, various rhythmic techniques, and simple scales will be covered in a format emphasizing group performance. Students will participate in selecting repertoire we learn and perform in class. Ideal for beginning students who are new to the instrument. Student is responsible for bringing instrument and supplies. Instructor: Dan Keller Location: Creative Arts Building,…
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Guitar Class 2 This course will expand on the principles from Guitar Class 1 and have a more advanced teaching of fingerstyle arrangements, composing songs, and more advanced chord forms. Various music theory concepts will be introduced, and we will approach an understanding of fretboard layout. Ideal for intermediate students with some background on the instrument. Student is responsible for bringing instrument and supplies. Instructor: Dan Keller Location: Creative Arts Building, Room 7315 Course Code Date Time CSP 4000 24560 …
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