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Music, Dance and Entertainment
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Just Clowning Around: College for the Serious Clown
There are many things to learn about becoming a professional clown. Fetching a lucrative amount of money is enticing, but there are issues to consider, such as liability, business decorum, effective introductions, presentation and tact in a variety of situations. Nothing is better than personal experience, and this course will also give clown students the confidence to perform following their 5 session course. For the first class, you will need to a notebook/pen, a 260-count bag of Qualatex balloons and a hand pump for inflation (both available at Easley’s Funshop). Other clown supplies and materials will be discussed during the first class.
Instructor: Nancy Wright
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60154
#21220 Jun 7 – Jul 12 6-9pm
Fee: $109 6 Tuesdays UHILLS M202
New! Confidence Through Acting
You too can develop acting/public speaking skills! Whether you want a class to help you overcome your shyness, make you more confident in front of a crowd, or to try your hand at creating a believable character, Acting for Beginners is a fun and exciting way to do all of the above and more. In this class, students will learn various warm-up techniques that help vocal control and teach you how to work with your acting peers as well as some improve games that help you learn how to think on your feet. There will also be monologue and scene work with the option to perform them in front of an audience, preparing the student for the next step in acting! No class July 28.
Instructor: Jennifer Perry
Subject: Cont_ed # 100-60167
#21223 Jun 23 – Aug 4 6-9pm
Fee: $119 7 Thursdays UHILLS M202
An Introduction to Voiceovers
Have you ever wondered whose voice you are listening to on TV and radio commercials? You too can become a professional Voiceover Artist! This fun and interactive class covers details of the industry, marketing and the importance of a demo tape. Be coached and recorded for a personal evaluation. Many have taken this class and become bona-fide professional Voice Actors!
Instructor is from Voices for All.
Instructor: Courtney Thayer
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60065
#20143 July 14 6-8pm
Fee: $49 1 Thursday UHILLS M203
Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People
You don’t need years of weekly lessons to learn piano! In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. How do we do it? While regular piano teachers teach note reading, piano professionals use chords. In this demonstration course, you can learn all the chords you’ll need to play any song in this one session. Any song, any style, any key! Materials (workbook and CD) valued at $30 are included in the course fee.
Instructor: Craig Coffman
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-90004
#21272 Jun 20 6:30-9:30pm
Fee: $69* 1 Monday UHILLS K109
How to Play Piano by Ear
Learn one of music’s deepest mysteries: how to play songs without relying on music. A very practical presentation of music theory that includes predicting chord progressions, learning from recordings, and transposing – all expressed in everyday language. This is an ideal follow-up to the ‘Instant Piano’ class and is open to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. Expand your musical horizons, free yourself from sheet music dependence and be the life of the party! Prior experience or ‘Instant Piano’ recommended. Materials (workbook and CD) valued at $30 are included in the course fee.
Instructor: Craig Coffman
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-90030
#20153 Jun 21 6:30-9:30pm
Fee: $69* 1 Tuesday UHILLS K109
*Piano Savings Package
Materials valued at $60 (workbooks and CDs) are included in the course fee.
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-90031
#20154 Fee: $125
Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People
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. Bring your acoustic guitar to class. You must be 18 to register for this course. Materials valued at $30 are included in the course fee.
Instructor: Craig Coffman
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60120
#20155 Jun 13 6:30-9pm
Fee: $69 1 Monday UHILLS M128
How to Play Guitar by Ear
Learn one of music’s deepest mysteries: how to play songs without relying on music. A very practical presentation of music theory that includes predicting chord progressions, learning from recordings, and transposing – all expressed in everyday language. This is an ideal follow-up to the “Instant Guitar” class and is open to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. Expand your musical horizons, free yourself from sheet music dependence and be the life of the party! Materials (workbook and CD) valued at $30 are included in the course fee. Prerequisite: Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People.
Instructor: Craig Coffman
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-90034
#21221 Jun 14 6:30-9pm
Fee: $69* 1 Tuesday UHILLS M128
*Savings Package: Guitar
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-90035 #21222 Fee: $125
Guitar Instruction: Group
In this small group instruction, you will learn fretboard knowledge, which includes chords, scales, arpeggios and reading along with music theory, improvisation and right and left hand techniques. Learn performance of most styles including jazz, blues, rock, country and reggae. Students must bring their own guitars. If using an electric guitar, please bring a small, portable amp. Class size is limited. Must be at least 15 years old to enroll.
Instructor: Steve Schuffman
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60160
#21093 Jun 7 – Aug 9 6-7:30pm
Fee: $225 10 Tuesdays UHILLS M223
Guitar Instruction: Private Lessons
This course will be designed around your abilities, style and what you want to learn. Please contact us at (602) 787-6800 to schedule your one-hour lessons with the instructor. Students must bring their own guitars. If using an electric guitar, please bring a small, portable amp. Must be at least 15 years old to enroll. Lessons will be held at PVCC Union Hills.
Instructor: Steve Schuffman
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60161
#21224 8 hours $379
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