Adult & Teen Visual Arts & Music MUSIC

Beginning Irish Bodhran (Ages 10+)

Jesse Winch

Class: Tu, Oct 17-Nov 21, 6-7pm, Washington Conservatory of Music

$156

Irish Bodhran Refresher

Jesse Winch

Class: Tu, Jan 9-23, 5:30-6:30pm, Washington Conservatory of Music

Class focuses on traditional Kerry-style of playing emphasizing drum positioning, stick control, basic styles. Tune types include jig, reel, hornpipe, slip jig, slide, polka. Discussion of definition, characteristics of Irish traditional music including history, role of percussion. Students must provide their own instrument. More info: jessewinch@hotmail.com. Minimum age 10. 6 sessions.

$94

Bouzouki & Guitar Accompaniment

$207 for Irish Traditional Music

Keith Carr

Class: Tu, Nov 14-Jan 23, No Class Dec 26, 7-8pm, Washington Conservatory of Music

Covers techniques of accompaniment for jigs, reels, hornpipes, etc., with focus on rhythm patterns, constructing chord progressions. Well-known session tunes serve as examples. Also discussed: “session survival,” playing in an ensemble. Recording device helpful. Must provide your own instrument. More info: 703.969.6909 or keithcarr@mac.com

Minimum age 15. 10 sessions.

Irish Tenor Banjo & Mandolin

Keith Carr

Class: Tu, Nov 14-Jan 23; No Class Dec 26 8-9pm, Washington Conservatory of Music

This multi-level refresher class focuses on traditional Kerrystyle of playing emphasizing drum positioning, stick control, basic styles and finding the downbeat. Tune types include the jig, reel, hornpipe, slip jig, slide, and polka. Class will informally discuss the definition and characteristics of Irish traditional music including history and the role of percussion. Students must provide their own instrument. More info: jessewinch@hotmail.com. Minimum age 10. 3 sessions.

Singing Classes

Introduction to Singing for Adults

Jennifer Suess

Class: M, Sep 11-Dec 18, 7:30-8:30pm, Washington Conservatory of Music

$345

$207

Covers Irish melody style playing for mandolin & four-string banjo tuned GDAE. For advanced beginner & intermediate level players. Students must already have at least basic proficiency on their instrument and be capable of playing and learning by ear. Well-known session tunes serve as examples & include reels, jigs, hornpipes. Recording device helpful. Must provide your own instrument. More info 703.969.6909 or keithcarr@mac.com. Minimum age 15. 10 sessions.

Yes, you can sing! It’s never too late to learn! In a group setting, enjoy learning ways to warm up your voice for the best sound, range, and vocal health, how to stay in tune, and how changes in posture and breathing can help you sing. You will learn a technique that applies to all styles of music, along with basic skills in reading notes and pitches. More info: 301-320-2770; washingtonconservatory.org. Minimum age 18. 15 sessions.

Intermediate Voice for Adults $345

Jennifer Suess

Class 1: M, Sep 11-Dec 18, 6:30-7:30pm, Washington Conservatory of Music

Class 2: M, Jan 29-May 6, 6:30-7:30pm, Washington Conservatory of Music

This class is designed for more experienced singers and those who have taken Introduction to Singing for Adults and want continued refinement of vocal skills. Prerequisite: one year of Introduction to Voice, or upon the recommendation of the instructor after an audition. Audition requirement: a prepared piece with audio accompaniment (no vocal track). To schedule call 301.320.2770; washingtonconservatory.org

Minimum age 18. 15 sessions.