Continuing EduCation - Dutchess Community College

CRN # Section Time day/Date(s) Location Instructor FeeMUX633 Precorder Class Ages 5 - 7(5 Sessions) A precorder is a beginning wind instrument that will provide an easy and rewardinglearning experience. Precorders are smaller than recorders and have raised tone holes that helpproduce clear tones and make it easy for little fingers to reach. A great first instrumental experiencefor any child! Maximum enrollment: 6. Precorder and method book included in tuition.5037 10 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (R) 7/1 – 7/29 DCC D. Yerry $705038 11 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (R) 7/1 – 7/29 DCC D. Yerry $65MUX635 Beginning Flute for Adults(4 Sessions) This class is for anyone who has ever wanted to play the flute. Class size is small, so eachstudent will receive individual attention. Class will focus on the basics of producing a good tone,learning some tunes and learning to read music in the treble clef. This is a great way to get startedon the flute.5039 10 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (S) 5/1 – 5/22 DCC L. Savage $70MUX638 AdvanceD Beginner Flute for Kids NEW!(6 sessions) This class is for students who play flute in school and would like to improve their skillsin an enjoyable social setting, during the summer. Students should be able to play a B flat scale andcount quarter, half and whole notes.5040 10 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (S) 7/10 – 8/14 DCC L. Savage $105MUX645 Bagpipes 101 - Introduction to the Highland Bagpipes(8 Sessions) This course will expose students to what piping is all about. Learn notes, the scale, andenough embellishments to play a simple tune on a chanter. Begin to learn on the practice chanter.The instructor will perform to expose students to various types of tunes, uniforms worn, etc.Course is held at the instructor Janet Whalen’s Staatsburg studio.Additional estimated costs: $65 cost of practice chanter and instruction book (to be paid directly toinstructor.) No class 5/315042 70 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (M) 5/3 – 6/28 Studio J. Whalen $115WRITING MUSICMUX770 Composition Class(5 Sessions) This small class will focus on the individual needs of each student. Beginners arewelcome, but students should have proficient reading skills. Section 10 is for teens and adults.Section 11 is for children.5044 10 8:15 p.m. – 9:15 p.m. (W) 7/7/10 – 8/4/10 DCC P. Cody $1055045 11 7:30 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. (W) 7/7/10 – 8/4/10 DCC P. Cody $80PERFORMANCEMUX776 Stage Fright(4 Sessions) Learn to overcome anxiety (a little nervousness or outright terror) when performingbefore an audience. Course is for musicians, actors, dancers, public speakers. Workshop includesunderstanding our own personality dynamics related to performance, relaxation and meditation,performance with a supportive audience, how to prepare for a performance. Class dates are 5/25,6/22, 7/20 and 8/24.5054 10 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (T) 5/25/10 – 8/24/10 DCC J. Wegener $105DANCEMUX790 Kiddy Pop – Ages 4 - 6(4 Sessions) This class is an introduction to basic Hip Hop moves. Your child will rejoice in his/her owndance movement through free style. Elements of creative movement will also be incorporated. HipHop will be guided by the sounds of music. In addition, participants will stretch, learn dance floormoves, make friends, build confidence, and have fun.5046 10 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (W) 8/4/10 – 8/25/10 DCC T. Snead $30MUX791 Hip Hop Rhythm – Ages 7 - 12(4 Sessions) This class introduces serious Hip Hop moves and a funky style. We welcome children whohave already taken Hip Hop and those who would like to try for the first time. Each class will includea dance routine, so make sure to bring personality and energy. We will explore different dancemoves, warm-up the body, and learn a dance combination.5048 10 5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. (W) 8/4/10 – 8/25/10 DCC T. Snead $45M(ow5M(wb5M(pw5SM(tSAaLcTpFa5M(fstnLOewswdDS555B555B555A55530Summer 2010 | Dutchess Community College Non-Credit Courses and Programs