Music   

Explore the history of musical theatre from its early roots in operetta and vaudeville to today’s Broadway blockbusters. Study iconic shows, influential artists and major movements to see how the art form reflects cultural and social change. Uncover the contributions of composers, lyricists and performers who have shaped musical theatre into what it is today. 

Learn to play fun songs using note reading skills, music theory, scales, rhythm basics and chords with both hands. Keyboard provided. 

Explore the diverse sounds, instruments and traditions of world cultures. From the rhythms of West Africa to the meditative ragas of India, experience how music reflects the identity, history and spirit of people across continents. No musical experience required.

Learn advanced note reading skills, scales, music theory and rhythm basics using familiar songs. Cover note and chord reading for both hands, counting and improvisation skills. Keyboard provided. Prerequisite: Beginning Piano I or instructor approval. 

Discover prominent women composers of each musical era along with sociological and cultural factors that shaped their lifestyles and the music they created.

Learn basic chords, various types of strums, music theory and proper playing position on the guitar using fun, familiar melodies. For age 16 and up. Bring your own guitar. Booklet provided. 

Learn more advanced chords, various types of strums and playing techniques, simple scales and music theory. Bring your own guitar. Booklet provided. 

Learn intermediate chords and strums, fingerpicking, scales, riffs and music theory. Bring your own guitar. Prerequisite: Beginning Guitar II or must be able to play at least 15 chords. Booklet provided. 

Learn to play fun, familiar songs using chords, strums and music theory. Bring your own soprano, concert or tenor ukulele. For ages 16 and up. Booklet provided. 

Learn how to play simple melodies as well as chords, techniques, and strums. Bring your own soprano, concert or tenor ukulele. Booklet provided.