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Contemporary Line Dance (Beginners)

$72

with Joyce Bailey, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Oct 24, 2024 at 7:15 pm, runs for 7 weeks
Line Dancing is accessible to everyone, fun for all, and no partner needed. This class will not be striclty country line dancing as a wide range of music will be used. We will begin with simple line dances and add more complex patterns. (No class 11/21,11/28)

DJing for Beginners

$17

with Ryan Sligh, Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult Education

Calendar Oct 28, 2024 at 6 pm

Have you ever wanted to be a DJ? It can seem a bit daunting at first, but with guidance, it can be very approachable! Learn the basics of making transitions using DJ equipment and how to build a playlist for your next party! Whether you want to perform at events or just mix for fun, this course is you gateway to the exciting world of DJ'ing. No experience or equipment necessary to attend.

Ryan Sligh started DJing in high school and has played for private events in VT, VA and ME, as well as at Flask Lounge in Portland. He plays various styles of dance music, hip-hop, and Top 40 music.

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People

$75 Originally: $17

with Craig Coffman, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Oct 28, 2024 at 6:30 pm

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time?  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.  Since this class is being held online with ZOOM, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all.   And since the class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own.  An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included.   A recording of the class is included as well.  Class limited to 15 students.  For ages 13+. 

 

Topics include:

  •       How chords work in a song
  •       How to form the three main types of chords
  •       How to tune your guitar
  •       Basic strumming patterns
  •       How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid)
  •       How to play along with simple tunes

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People

$75 Originally: $17

with Craig Coffman, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Oct 30, 2024 at 6:30 pm

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. Ages 13+

Topics include:

  • How chords work in a song     
  • How to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it     
  • How to form the three main types of chords     
  • How to handle different keys and time signatures     
  • How to avoid “counting”     
  • How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People - Live Online

$69

with Craig Coffman, Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult Education

Calendar Nov 2, 2024 at 9 am

From the comfort of your own home, play the piano like a professional by using chords. The course includes an online book, online follow-up video lessons, optional periodic online Q&A sessions and a recording of the class - enough materials to continue your practice and study on your own! Learn to form the three basic types of chords, handle a variety of keys and time signatures, avoid counting and simplify more than 12,000 complex chords. The course is part lecture/demonstration and part hands-on instruction.

Please have access to a computer, tablet, or phone, a piano or keyboard and a steady internet connection during class. Registration closes at noon on 10/25. Zoom link provided by instructor.

Craig Coffman, an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director, has 30+ years of experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars have been attended by 30,000+ students throughout the US over the last 27 years.

Global Dance Party 2 (Nov/Dec)

$45

with Emma Holder, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Nov 4, 2024 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks
Joyful movement to music of Salsa, Swing, Merengue, Tango, Cha Cha, Reggaeton, Bellydance, African and more. For 45 minutes, participants will bust stress, boost energy and burn calories while using traditional and unique moves to fabulous music. Improvisation encouraged, all levels welcome. This course also includes 15 minutes of abdominal work to support your core, your dance, and your life. Bring a mat, sneakers and water bottle. $6 drop in http://emmaholder.com/fitness, No class Dates (11/11,25,27)

Just Once Piano for Busy People

$29 Originally: $45

with Don Pride, Biddeford Adult Education

Calendar Nov 13, 2024 at 6 pm

Ukulele for Beginners Session 3

$79

with Duncan Perry, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Nov 19, 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!




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