Fall 2011 Classes:
New Horizons Band
T/TH, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Sept 6 – Dec 1,
If you are looking for a fun way to learn a musical instrument without the rigors of individual instruction, you might want to consider joining the New Horizons Band. The New Horizons Bandis for adults, ages 50 and up, who wish to learn to play a band instrument for the first time, or relearn an instrument, the New Horizons band provides a relaxed, fun learning situation. The New Horizons Band provides adults with little or no musical experience the opportunity to play band music with others. The band meets two days a week. Instruments include flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet and trombone, other instruments are considered upon request. Come join the fun with this ensemble and discover your hidden (or dormant) musical talents!
Cost: FREE, co-sponsored with Pitt Community College Continuing Education
Reading Music I
Tuesdays, 7-8pm, 3 week class, October 11-25
Tuesdays, 6-7pm, 3 week class, November 1-15
This course is designed for individuals with no music reading experience as those who wish to improve their music reading skill. Course content will include the history of musical notation, the elements of music and how they are written, collaborative activities, and group participation. Cost: $35
Reading Music II
Tuesdays, 7-8pm, 3 week class, November 1-15
Prerequisite: Reading Music I or instructor consent
This course will build on concepts learned in Reading Music I. Course content will develop music reading skills and introduce basic music theory concepts through collaborative activities and group participation. Cost: $35
Classical Music: A Primer
6-8pm, Sept 22, Sept 29 & Oct 4
This course will explore the traditions of Western art music via the structure, style and composers of works to be performed at the upcoming PCC Symphony Orchestra concert. Course content will include listening, lecture, discussion, an introduction to score reading and conducting, and a hands-on introduction to orchestral instruments. No previous musical experience required. Cost: $60
Group Piano for Senior Adults, Part I
Mondays, August 29-September 26, 2-3pm
Mondays, October 17-November 14, 2-3pm
This course is an exploratory introduction to playing the piano for beginners.
Students will learn basic handpositions, simple melodies, note names, and beginning music reading. Cost: $49
Group Piano for Senior Adults, Part II
Mondays, September 12-October 10, 2-3pm
Mondays, November 21-December 19, 2-3pm
Prerequisite: Group Piano for Senior Adults, Part I or instructor consent
This course builds on skills learned in Group Piano, Part I. Students will develop two-handed techniques with basic hand positions for chords, learn more complex melodies, read chord symbols, and use music symbols to play the keyboard. Cost: $49
Music Exploration for Senior Adults
Mondays, September 12-October 10, 1-2pm
This course is a hands-on introduction to music. Students will come to appreciate all aspects of music throughlistening, responding, creating, and understanding music through their bodies, minds, and spirits. Emphasis will be on movement, singing, playing instruments, and reading music. Topics will include the elements of music, styles, multicultural aesthetics, improvisation, and composition. Cost: $49
Celebration Singers
Mondays, August 23-December 12, 1-2pm
People who sing together often seem utterly happy and engaged in life. Celebration Singers is a fun-filled choir for adults, ages 50 and up. If you enjoy singing and socializing… this is the group for you! Come enjoy music from Gospel to Broadway show tunes and just about everything in between. Singing may offer benefits to deep and controlled breathing and focus on maintaining good use of the lungs, diaphragm and abdominal muscles. In addition, singing maintains good speech and diction. Add music to your health! Attend as often as you can – we understand life is full of appointments and travel! No audition required, just a love of music.
Cost: FREE, co-sponsored with Pitt Community College Continuing Education
Private Lessons (piano, guitar, woodwinds, voice, brass, strings, and percussion), music theory classes, adaptive lessons for special needs, choral5 music, home school ensembles, audition prep and more.