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Music & Dance

Intro to Ukulele
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Intro to Ukulele

$96

with Nina Andersen

The ukulele is one of the easiest ways to try making music for the first time or learn a new instrument. In this class we’ll start with 4-5 basic chords that can be used to play lots of popular and familiar tunes and build from there. We’ll cover how to tune, strum and singalong. No prior musical experience required and all levels are welcome! Nina Andersen has 30 years of experience facilitating and supporting adults making music at whatever level they can. Bring your own uke or contact the instructor for details on where to purchase one. *No Class: 4/20.

Cuban Salsa: Beginners

$75

with Anna Golendukhina

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 25, 2026 at 6:30 pm, runs for 5 weeks
1 additional session on May 20, 2026

In this class, students will learn the basics of Salsa footwork and some simple, fun moves that will get you out on the dance floor. You will learn how to connect with any partner, and build confidence dancing to different styles and tempos and music. Students will be introduced to the famous Salsa Rueda. Partner is recommended. This is a 5 session class. *No Class: 4/22.

Play the Ukulele, Your Journey Begins Here

$79

with Duncan Perry

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 1, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks
1 additional session on Apr 28, 2026

Learn to play the ukulele! It has never been more popular and you don't even have to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk music, rock, blues, jazz, pop, country, tunes old and new -- even classical music. Duncan Perry, who has taught more than 700 students of all ages, will introduce you to essential chords and playing techniques using commonly known songs. Oh, and there are lots of laughs along the way. And, learning to play an instrument is good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. And when folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! If you don’t own a ukulele, please contact Duncan at uketime24@gmail.com for information. What are you waiting for? Grab a uke and get ready for a musical adventure, then spread the joy!

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People

$65

with Craig Coffman

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 6, 2026 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands-on instruction and partly lecture demonstration. *This course includes ONE live online session, and students follow up on their own with provided video lessons.

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People

$65

with Craig Coffman

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 7, 2026 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+. *This course includes ONE live online session, and students follow up on their own with provided video lessons.

Beginner Line Dancing to Rock/Pop Songs

$42

with Anne Sirois

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 14, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 3 weeks
1 additional session on Jun 16, 2026

This is a beginner/slightly intermediate class that does not increase in difficulty. It focuses on everyone meeting for community and having fun. I choreograph light and easy, short dances to 80’s through current rock/pop songs. We break them down, then rehearse them 3-4 times before doing it to music. We usually get through 4 or 5 dances in one hour. The goal is to experience the basics of line dancing with confidence, relaxation, and joy. *This program runs for 3 weeks per session on the specified dates: 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 (March Session); 4/14, 4/21, 4/28 (April Session) and 6/9, 6/16, 6/23 (June Session).

Middle Eastern Belly Dance Mixed Level Drills & Thrills: Boot Camp

$150

with Josephina Gasca

Calendar Next available session starts Jun 4, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Authentic Belly Dance, or raks sharqi, is an ancient form of dance. Raks sharqi means “dance of the east” in Arabic. Belly dance celebrates every body type and every stage of life. The dance is proud and powerful and soft and sinewy with elegant and isolating movements emanating from the core. It’s the Pilates of dance. And so much fun! This is a great refresher class for experienced dancers and suitable for dancers new to belly dance. Please wear comfortable clothing, similar to what you might wear to a yoga class that will allow for free movement and the ability to see your movement. Hip scarves make it even more fun. You can dance barefoot or in a pair of comfortable dance shoes in the studio. Zills (finger cymbals) will be used in class. Check in with the instructor before you purchase any. As an added bonus, you will also have access to a video library with instruction, drills, and ongoing choreography during the length of the session. ***Course Fee is for 10 sessions between June and August.





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