Community Education - current class catalogs Adult activities and classes - Fall 2014 | Page 16

hobbies MUSIC & DANCE NEW | Adult Tap Explore tap dance whether you are a beginner, former dancer wanting to return to your passion or are looking for a new way to get in shape. Learn interesting rhythms, steps, and combinations, all while having fun in a positive and non-threatening atmosphere. Focus is on clarity and intricacy. Bring tap or hard-soled shoes to class. Not meeting Oct. 8. Class fee: $45. w  ep 24 - Nov 5 | 7:15-8:15 pm | 6 Sessions S W | Andover Elem | AL077-3D39-F1 | Miller African Drumming Explore dynamic traditional drum rhythms from Guinea, West Africa. This open level class will teach beginner’s basic technique and foundations of hand drumming and offer experienced drummers the opportunity to broaden their repertoire and learn challenging accompaniment. Come feel the beat! Instructor, Fode Bangoura, is internationally recognized for his work appearing on national television and touring the world. Supply fee of $5 for on-site use of drums paid to instructor at class. Class fee: $45. w  ct 27 - Nov 10 | 6-7 pm | 3 Sessions O M | Champlin Park HS | AL077-3D51-F1 | Bangoura Easy Round Dancing Round dancing offers the fun of ballroom dance music, but the dances are called or “cued” like square dancing, so no memorization is needed. Relax and enjoy the music, dancing and socializing. Learn a variety of dances to enjoy and soon you’ll be able to dance like the stars. This social dance class has been tapping toes for 30 years - join the fun! Everyone is welcome. A partner is preferred. Pre-registration not required. Meets weekly throughout the year; see website for class meeting dates. Class fee: $5 per session; paid at class. w  ep 18 - Apr 30 | 6:30-9:30 pm | 29 Sessions S Th | Sandburg Edu Ctr | AL077-3D38-F1 | LaBau Guitar I Learn guitar basics in a relaxed group setting: 1st position chords, tuning, how to read a chord symbol, proper hand position and more. Participants will be able to play many songs upon completion of this course. Laurel Benedict has been an accomplished instructor and a local performer for many years. Bring your guitar (either acoustic or electric with amp). Supply fee of $6 for CD paid to instructor Laurel Benedict at class. Not meeting Oct. 14. Class fee: $69. w  ep 16 - Oct 28 | 6-7 pm | 6 Sessions S T | Oak View MS | AL077-3D47-F1 | Benedict NEW | Guitar II-Blues Guitar Blues music is universal with a rich history in America. Created in the southeastern states by descendants of African slaves, it has evolved into rock & roll and hip-hop. Learn 8 bar blues, 12 bar blues and major and minor blues songs as well as chord progressions. Songs include: “Kansas City Blues”, “St. James Infirmary”, “Heart Break Hotel” and “Hound Dog”. Laurel Benedict has been an accomplished instructor and a local performer for many years. Must know how to play these chords: E7, Em, A7, Am, Dm, B7 and C7. Bring your guitar (either acoustic or electric with amp). Not meeting Oct. 14. Class fee: $69. w  ep 16 - Oct 28 | 7-8 pm | 6 Sessions S T | Oak View MS | AL077-3D48-F1 | Benedict Instant Piano Learn enough secrets of piano playing to give you years of musical enjoyment. Instead of learning note reading, learn all the chords you’ll need to play any song. If you can find middle C and know the meaning of Every Good Boy Does Fine, you know enough to enroll. Supply fee of $29 for workbook and practice CD paid to instructor at class. Class fee: $29. w  ct 6 | 6:30-9:30 pm | 1 Session O M | Champlin Park HS | AL077-3D42-F1 | Anderson Square Dancing Learn modern square dancing! An easy form of healthy and fun exercise, square dancing is often called “friendship set to music.” Hosted by Hotfoot Stompers Square Dance Club, Inc. and taught by Dean Libby. Questions-contact Bob and Deborah at 651-338-4954. Pre-registration not required. See website for meeting dates. Class fee: $5 per person, per session, paid at the door. First session free. w  ep 22 - Mar 23 | 6-9 pm | 22 Sessions S M | Northdale MS | AL077-3D36-F1 16 FALL 2014 | 763-506-5766 | www.discovercommunityed.com