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Play the Ukulele, Your Journey Begins Here!

$79

with Duncan Perry, Biddeford Adult Education

Calendar Sep 24, 2024 at 6 pm
2 additional sessions through Nov 19, 2024

Ukulele for Beginners

$85

with Duncan Perry, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Sep 24, 2024 at 6 pm
6 additional sessions through May 13, 2025

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 tuneror a tuner app. And when folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have tosmile! If you don’t own a ukulele, please contact us for information. What are you waiting for? Grab a uke and get ready for a musical adventure, then spread the joy!

This is a Zoom class.

Please feel free to reach out to Duncan if you have questions. His email is uketime24@gmail.com or cell phone is 207-219-8055.

 *Cancellations*  If you cancel your registration there will be a small fee.  If the class is cancelled for any reason you will get your full refund.

Ukulele For Beginners Session 1

$79

with Duncan Perry, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Sep 24, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks
Learn to play the ukulele! It has never been more popular. Here's your chance to find out how to play this wonderfully versatile, go anywhere instrument. Join our no-stress program for some laughs and learning. Bring your sense of humor, a passion for music, and curiosity about playing. Once you master the basics you won't want to stop. So grab a uke, youd do not need to read music-sign up, tune up and show up. Let your musical journey begin!

Beginner Guitar

$79

with Travis Taylor, Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult Education

Calendar Sep 25, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

It's fun to play the guitar and you can't go wrong learning from a seasoned instructor and musician like Travis. Focus on learning the names of the strings and the first position notes before progressing to chords and strumming patterns. Before you know it, you will be playing music! Bring a nylon or steel-stringed acoustic guitar, picks (plectrums), an electronic tuner and the book Hal Leonard Method Complete Set (approx. $20-$25).

Travis Taylor has been playing guitar for a number of years and has been a member of a local band for quite some time. Additionally, he has more than 10 years experience teaching guitar in the Saco school system.

Cuban Salsa

$75

with Anna Golendukhina, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Oct 16, 2024 at 6:45 pm, runs for 5 weeks
Join us for an introduction to Salsa on 1! 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 your confidence dancing to different styles and tempos of music. A partner is not required but recommended.

Hand Drumming Workshop

$35

with Namory Keita, Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult Education

Calendar Oct 20, 2024 at 1 pm

Beginners & ALL levels welcome!

Explore hand drumming through the traditional music of Guinea, West Africa. Alongside your fellow students and Master Village Drummer Namory Keita, play patterns and rhythms. Fun and engaging, Namory's remarkable style unites all levels in a community experience and is fun and engaging - a not to be missed experience!

Please bring a Djembe, Ashiko, Conga or other hand drum. Some rentals are available at $5/drum, payable to instructor in class. Email info@namorydrum.com to reserve a drum.

Namory Keita is in high demand! He is an accomplished teacher and performer with a distinctive style and a depth of traditional knowledge that is extremely hard to find outside of the Guinean villages where he was born. His assets include his extraordinary talent for captivating any audience and his connections to local and international drummers and dancers.

Ukulele For Beginners Session 2

$79

with Duncan Perry, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Oct 23, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks
Learn to play the ukulele! It has never been more popular. Here's your chance to find out how to play this wonderfully versatile, go anywhere instrument. Join our no-stress program for some laughs and learning. Bring your sense of humor, a passion for music, and curiosity about playing. Once you master the basics you won't want to stop. So grab a uke, youd do not need to read music-sign up, tune up and show up. Let your musical journey begin!

Ballroom Dance for Couples (2)

$50

with Patty Medina, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Oct 23, 2024 at 7 pm, runs for 5 weeks
This class introduces couples to basic ballroom dance skills that will teach them to look great dancing, and help them enjoy a night out, or prepare them for special events like weddings and anniversaries. Requirement: a dancing partner. Class payment is per person.




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