2008 Building a Healthy Community through enrichment innovation and fun!

DANCE & MUSIC ❂
BALLROOM-CHA,CHA, RHUMBA,
SWING/JIVE
We will focus on patterns and technique, including posture, timing,
footwork and a little bit of that Cuban motion. The last class will
be a practice party from 7:00-8:30PM. Class is co-sponsored with
the City of Saratoga Recreation. Fee is per couple, we do not change
partners.
Instructor: Christine Belanger. is a former U.S. Dancesport Finalist
and U.S. Dancesport Rising Star Champion with 16+ years of experience.
BALLROOM-WALTZ,
FOXTROT, TANGO
Come join us for the romantic dances! We will focus on patterns
and technique, including footwork, timing, posture and that extra
special connection between you and your partner. The last class will
be a practice party from 7:00-8:30PM. Class is co-sponsored with
the City of Saratoga Recreation. Fee is per couple, we do not change
partners.
Instructor: Christine Belanger. is a former U.S. Dancesport Finalist
and U.S. Dancesport Rising Star Champion with 16+ years of experience.
BAND: LGS BIG BAND
The musical focus of the 17 piece LGS Big Band is jazz in all styles
with an emphasis on swing and dance. The classics from Miller,
Goodman, Basie, and Ellington are featured along with some
rock/funk classics from the 70’s and 80’s. The bands format is 5
Saxophones, 4 Trombones, 4 Trumpets, Piano, Bass, Guitar and
Drums. Participants must be over 18 years of age. If positions are
filled, the band is still always looking for players to sub for absentees
(no fee for subs). If you have solid skills on your instrument and are
looking for an opportunity to play in a big band, contact the band
coordinators at: lgsbigband@yahoogroups.com. LOOKING FOR A
BAND to play at your next event? Now you can arrange to have an
amazing 17 piece Big Band play at your future fundraising or social
event. The fee is very affordable and negotiable. Are they good?
Listen at www.lgsbigband.com or request a demo CD. Contact the
group at: lgsbigband@yahoogroups.com or call Janet at LGS
Recreation at 354-8700x223. References available.
BAND: SARATOGA
COMMUNITY BAND
The Saratoga Band is composed of amateur musicians of all ages
and occupations. Emphasis is on having fun through music. No
audition is necessary, however, you must be able to play a band
instrument. The band performs several concerts and civic events
each year. ADULT EDUCATION: There are no resident requirements
for adult education classes or services. Adults have priority
for enrollment in all adult education programs. Adults are 18 years
and older. This course is titled: ‘Performance Arts’. No Class: 11/10.
FREE CONCERTS THIS SPRING AND FALL! MARK YOUR CAL-
ENDARS!! FREE CONCERT IN THE PARK IN MAY: Sunday,
May 18, 2008, 4:00-5:30PM at Wildwood Park in Saratoga. Bring
your lawn chair, picnic and friends. FREE CONCERT THIS FALL:
Monday, December 8, 2008, 7:30-9:00PM at Saratoga High
School’s McAfee Performing Arts and Lecture Center. For detailed
information about this band go to the Saratoga Community Band
website: www.saratogaband.org.
Instructor: Craig Northrup. Conductor and Music Director.
ADULT PROGRAMS
BELLY DANCING I
Introduction to Middle Eastern dance physical fitness program that
includes basic steps, floor/veil work and finger cymbals. With so
many styles of belly dance to aspire to, learning the basics can open
so many doors to so many possibilities. Plus, you get to have so
MUCH fun! Students should wear leotard and tights or sweats and
need to provide veils and cymbals. You may purchase them in class
from the instructor. Optional: Dance recital in the fall and spring.
Instructor: Paulette Wise and Nicole Smith.
BELLY DANCING II & III
A fun way to a total physical fitness program! Students should wear
leotard and tights or sweats and need to provide veils and cymbals.
You may purchase them in class from the instructor. Advanced
steps, floor work and veil work. Instruction in transitions, drum
solos, double veil, floor and prop work. Optional: Dance recital in
the fall and spring.
Instructor: Farouche and Helen Lund.
CARIBBEAN DANCING
Become versed in styles of Trinidad’s folklore and other ritualistic
forms that have evolved from the merging of African and South
American cultures, inspiring the joy for life throughout the ages.
Experience an exhilarating aerobic workout that feels effortless and
fun. Get motivated by the pulsing rhythms of live drumming. Learn
uplifting traditional movements that excite your passion. Satisfy
needs for fitness and artistic expression while creating well being in
the mind, body, and spirit. Performance opportunities available, if
interested. Class is welcome to all creeds, gender, ages, ethnicities,
and ability levels. Adults and students 14+, who are accompanied
by someone over 18+ years of age, are welcome. No shoes are necessary,
bring water, and wear clothes you can sweat in comfortably.
Visit www.allnowjam.org or contact Shereen for more
information, shereen333@yahoo.com. Caribbean Dance will be
meeting in the LGHS Community Room on 6/12, 6/19 and 7/24.
Classes will resume in the fall starting 9/4. Drop in option: $12
payable to the instructor.
Instructor: Shereen Manalani. has taught at West Valley College, San
Jose State, has been a guest instructor and choreographer at Mission
Cultural Center, Alice Arts Center, Santa Clara University, and for
local performance groups. Her passion for this style led to 14 years of
study under internationally known dance master, Wilfred Mark.
CARIBBEAN DRUMMING
IN THE SUMMER!
Summer opportunity to drum during the Caribbean Dance class.
Bring your djembes, water and a piece of cardboard or yoga mat to
place under your drum. Adults and students 14+, who are accompanied
by someone over 18 years of age, are welcome. It is expected
that you have some experience drumming. Caribbean Drumming
class with Steve Eldridge from 7:00-7:30PM will be back in the fall
starting 9/4. Contact shereen333@yahoo.com for more information.
Caribbean Dance will be meeting in the LGHS Community
Room on 7/24.
Instructor: Steve Eldridge. mastered the trap set through strict training
with local Curtis Cooper. The passion for rhythm ranged from marching
bands to studying varieties of cultural folklore. He’s played both trap and
hand drums with many local bands, and the stage has been no stranger.
The love and intensity of Trinidad’s rhythmic drive captured this well
versed percussionist; who then studied under internationally know
Caribbean drum masters including Hugh Humphrey and Val Serrant.
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