GROUP CLASSES & ENSEMBLES — ADULT & INTERGENERATIONAL

Ensembles

Playing in an ensemble is being on a team. Students rely on each other to make progress as a group. We ask that group class participants:

• Show a high level of attendance.

• Practice between classes.

• Have concurrent weekly lessons at CMC or elsewhere and work on the ensemble repertoire with that teacher.

CMC’s string groups are non-audition, but the instructor has final say as to the appropriate level class for each enrolled student.

Fiddling | Age 13 & up

Gain experience playing with others in this ensemble class! Students learn about and perform alternative styles of folk music that broadly represent the North American string music tradition. These styles include Old-time, Bluegrass, Celtic, Swing, and more. Prerequisite: At least three years playing your instrument(s), ability to play scales in a few keys, name notes, and play in time. Be prepared to learn new tunes by ear. For any questions, please contact the CMC coordinator at 503-679-5879.

Tu 4/4–6/6 6:30–7:30pm

$110 1151398 Dammann

Adult Cello Group (Beginner) | Age 16 & up

Explore the rich tones of the instrument firsthand in a supportive setting. Get a start or refresher on tuning, tone production, bowing and fingering. The class will offer everything you need to play your first tunes and get your first swoons! Instrument rentals may be available from CMC. Indicate your need for an instrument at the time of registration or fill out our online rental request form at: CommunityMusicCenter.org/instruments

Continuing from Winter Term:

Tu 4/4–6/6 6:00–6:50pm

$114 1151388 Cheskin

Students with prior experience may join class in progress if space is available.

Cello Ensemble (Intermediate–Advanced) Age 16

& up

Who needs violins and violas? A group of these sonorous stringed instruments is beautifully complete, with melody, harmony and a rich repertoire. Develop skills to hold your own part while playing well with others. Find your comfort level of musical challenge, or stretch your technique, all under the guidance of an instructor. Prerequisite: At least two years of group class instruction or the equivalent experience.

Continuing from Winter Term:

Tu 4/4–6/6 7:00–7:50pm

$114 1151389 Cheskin

Community String Orchestra | Age 16 & up

Why let the pros have all the fun? Make lasting musical friendships and hone playing skills while enjoying the glorious symphonic sound of great masterworks. Prerequisite: At least two years of instrumental study or permission from conductor and reasonable sight-reading ability; ability to shift to third position. Some ensemble or class experience desirable. Call CMC if joining this class in Spring Term (online registration available for returning students from Winter Term).

Th 4/6–6/8 7:15–8:45pm

$80 1151391 Zweben

Community Chorus | Age 18 & up

Seeking fellowship with other vocalists in a dedicated group? Join this long-standing, medium-sized, non-audition community choir, affectionately known as the Francis Street Singers, to rehearse and perform repertoire spanning nearly 500 years. Create beautiful harmony in sound and with new friendships. Prerequisite: Knowledge of tone production, sight-reading skills, familiarity with part singing. Prior choir experience helpful. Participants are encouraged to register for spring term when registration opens. Listed fee is for winter term. New participants are welcome at the start of any term. Instructor may require materials not included in registration fee.

Tu 4/4–6/6 6:30–8:30pm

$80 1151390 Edson