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Brooklyn Conservatory of Music @ 58 7th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Students will learn the basics of guitar performance while enjoying the social benefits that a group setting offers. This course is a two-semester sequence in a group environment.
Bantam Studios @ 126 St Felix St, Brooklyn, NY
Bass beginner is designed for students who have never played before and are looking for a first time introduction to the bass. Techniques Covered: Bass setup and playing posture, using electronics and amp, tone production, the major scale, learning simple bass lines and following a chord chart or “lead sheet.” Instrument: Required for class is an electric bass in playable condition (playable action, working tuners, pickups electronics), ¼”...
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Welcome to Jalopy Jr. ! We are focused on building community and teaching folk and traditional music. We have a place for every level of learner and every financial situation. Along with the Fabulous Jalopy Theatre and School of Music, we offer private and group classes to people of all ages from newborn to adult. The experienced teachers at Jalopy are here to encourage musical exploration through singing and playing instruments like fiddle,...
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The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the joy of bluegrass jamming at The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music. No experience necessary - just bring your guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle, bass, or dobro and get ready to join in the fun! Learn to play with confidence in a supportive and encouraging environment.
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
This class is a deep dive into the exploration of the voice in a group setting - think group vocal yoga! We'll get right to it and delve deep into as many aspects of singing as we can - resonance, breath support, expression, diction, delivery, phonation, stage fright, posture, projection, you name it! - and see what news we can use from various vocal pedagogies to apply tips and tricks to our own singing. We'll do a lot of group singing drawing...
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Sometimes called “harmony hardball,” this class is suited for singers who are relatively comfortable singing one-on-a-part and would like a real challenge. We’ll work in both large group and in small groups, singing music from a variety of close-harmony traditions from around the world. The emphasis will be on singing with independence, being able to dial into one or two fellow singers and make a blended sound, feeling flexible with...
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Whether or not you identify as a singer, your voice is a primary tool for expression. This class will help you to connect more deeply with your voice. Drawing from a variety of different modalities, students will learn about vocal technique (breathwork, resonance, tone) and will practice basic ear training to feel more grounded and confident in their own singing. Students will also experience singing in an ensemble through improvisation exercises...
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Fiddle 2 is intended for anyone who has taken Fiddle 1 or had some introductory fiddle instruction. It is also an excellent entry point for anyone who has played violin in the past (even many years before). Topics will include 2-octave scales, basic fiddle rhythm, finding your own best bow grip, dynamics, drone strings and more. These concepts will be introduced through a series of traditional American fiddle tunes. Students can expect to learn...
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
This is a two-hour hands-on exploration retro-post-modern roots string stylings. Steve James will start the session with a demo of some favorite finger-style and slide motifs. The balance will be devoted to a detailed breakdown of a couple of these arrangements. Plenty of Q&A too. Some tab supplied. Some sound recording permitted (non hand held devices only). Bring guitar and accessories, pencil and paper.
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn the basics of Fingerpicking Blues. This is a beginner level workshop, but open to all levels of guitar players who want to learn how the finger pick the blues.
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
This course will go through the basics of vocal technique and harmony and get you to a point where you feel comfortable singing one-on-a-part on some of the best harmony songs out there. This hour-long class will give you a chance to, simply put, explore your voice. Learn the fundamentals of vocal technique and vocal expansion in a supportive, creative, personalized environment through vocal exercises, games, and harmony and solo songs. Have a...
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
This workshop is for beginners. Doug Skinner will get you strumming the ukulele and you will be playing a tune (or more!) by the end of this hour and a half workshop. Note: If you do not have a ukulele, you can rent one from us to use during the workshop for $15! Please email Karen at jalopy dot biz to reserve your rental in advance. 12:00PM-1:30PM. Held upstairs int eh Jalopy classrooms
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Get more technique to get that right hand solid! We will discuss any or all of the following, depending on what the class wants: playing backup, improvising breaks, playing up the neck, music theory, and melodic picking. Pre-requisites:This is not a class for someone who is new to the instrument.
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn the skills used in traditional folk and blues "harp" playing; hand positioning, breathing, bending, swells, sliding, playing chords, clean control of single notes, straight harp, and cross harp. We'll cover a range of southern vernacular styles including country, blues, gospel, folk, and old time music. Each week our goal will be to introduce a new set of skills, then will slowly go over and play a song that applies those skills. The emphasis...
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn the skills used in traditional folk and blues "harp" playing; hand positioning, breathing, bending, swells, sliding, playing chords, clean control of single notes, straight harp, and cross harp. We'll cover a range of southern vernacular styles including country, blues, gospel, folk, and old time music. Each week our goal will be to introduce a new set of skills, then will slowly go over and play a song that applies those skills. The emphasis...
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Looking for a creative accountability group? Interested in learning how to arrange your songs? Do you love singing in harmony? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, join the Songwriting & Arranging class where we'll work on developing new original material, learn to sing and play beloved songs, and explore arranging originals or covers for solo or group performances. Open to singers, instrumentalists, or those who are both! ...
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Unlocking the Guitar Neck - A Bluegrass and Old-time Guitar Workshop Sick of being constrained to open chords? Wanting to find all those tasty notes and chords your favorite songs have, but don’t know where to start or how to break it down into bite-size chunks? Through the use of a few scales and chord positions, this workshop aims to open up the whole guitar neck for a lifetime of musical exploration and wonder. Diagrams, worksheets and select...
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Advancing on techniques taught in Banjo I, Banjo II is for players with an existing knowledge of chords, music, and the fundamentals of the right hand pattern and clawhammer technique. We will use tablature to play through popular folk songs as well as introduce students to techniques like sliding, hammer-ons/pull-offs, and drills to further each students ability. Some participants will be continuing on from Intermediate Banjo in the fall, but newcomers...
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Intermediate Fiddle is intended for anyone who has taken Fiddle 1 or had some introductory fiddle instruction. It is also an excellent entry point for anyone who has played violin in the past (even many years before). Topics will include 2-octave scales, basic fiddle rhythm, finding your own best bow grip, dynamics, drone strings and more. These concepts will be introduced through a series of traditional American fiddle tunes. Students can expect...
AbelCine Training @ 88 35th St, Brooklyn, NY
This course is a deep-dive into the world of audio for production. Audio-beginners to experienced filmmakers will learn how to create powerful, immersive experiences for their audience by recording quality sound. Wish you could compete with big-budget Hollywood’s audience impact? In the highly competitive world of multimedia production, the independent creative must seize every advantage to gain followers, make money, and get more clients....
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