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Songwriting
with Jonathan Hatch
Unlock your creativity in this 6-session songwriting workshop. Learn techniques for crafting melodies, lyrics, and chord progressions. Explore different song structures and genres. Ideal for beginners or experienced songwriters seeking new inspiration.
This class will meet for 6 sessions; there is no class on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class.
Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music -- please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.
Intermediate Rock Band
with Jonathan Hatch
This intermediate class will choose songs to perform together. Performing with others is an art and Jon Hatch will coach the band with skills gained through performing with bands himself. Prerequisites: Students must know at least 4 chords, drum beats, or scales.
This class will meet for 6 sessions; there is no class on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class.
Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music -- please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.
Introduction to Ukulele - Group Class
with Jo Hampton
Learn to play the fun, portable ukulele in a group setting! This beginner's class covers ukulele basics like tuning, chords, strumming, and reading music. No experience required! Bring your own ukulele or use one provided. Students will be emailed a supply list of things to bring to the first class. You are highly encouraged to bring any materials or music you already own including songbooks, as well as any songs you are hoping to learn! Limit 10 students.
This class meets weekly on Wednesdays for 6 sessions. There is no class session on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class.
Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music. Please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.
Music and Emotion
with Alex Fulton
Have you ever deliberated over what music to put on when you have friends over? What songs do you reach for to console a heartache, give voice to anger, or quiet an overactive mind? In Music & Emotion, we’ll explore emotional granularity through the lens of the music you love. By the end of the course you’ll have your own personalized map for navigating emotion with music. There will be no class on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.
Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music. Please email info@elmcitymusic.org to apply.
Vocal All State Prep with Josh Lund
with Josh Lund
Ages: 13 - 18
Students entering grades 9-12 in the fall 2024 who want to audition for the KV and/or all state festival will prepare the Italian Aria and Madrigal under the guidance of Music Educator Josh Lund.
Two separate class times are offered. Students will indicate upon registration which class time is appropriate for them.
- Sopranos and Tenors: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
- Altos and Basses: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Both classes will meet for 6 sessions; there is no class on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 14-15 years old: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class.
Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music -- please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.
Taiko (Japanese Drumming) Class
with Brendan Wilson
Highly energetic and athletic fun with drums and Japanese culture! Drums and drumsticks will be provided for classes. Optional extra $10 fee to buy your own drumsticks payable to the instructor on the first day of class. Limit 10 students. No experience necessary. For ages 11 and up.
Class will meet for 6 sessions; there is no class on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class.
Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music -- please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.
Advanced Rock Band
with Alex Fulton
Pre-requisite to sign up for class: 3 years of experience playing and performing bar chords. Students who are 15 and under must have a parent/guardian remain on-site during the class. There will be no class on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.
Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music. Please email info@elmcitymusic.org to apply.
Ear Training, Theory, & Basic Composition
with Jonathan Hatch
Develop essential musical skills through ear-training, theory, and basic composition exercises in this 6-session course. Improve pitch recognition, rhythmic dictation, and sight-singing abilities. Study harmonic progressions and melodic construction. Apply concepts by creating simple musical compositions. Perfect for musicians seeking to strengthen fundamentals. This class is geared for students aged 14 and above.
This class will meet for 6 sessions; there is no class on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class.
Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music -- please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.