Music
From rock 'n' roll to opera, discover some amazing music and the often complex relationship between music, society and ideas. Whether you want to delve into music appreciation and learn from the masters, or make music for yourself, you will find a beautiful music class that is just right for you.
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Harmonica for Beginners
<p>The harmonica has been described as “An orchestra in your pocket” and for good reasons. It is a small, expressive instrument which is capable of a wide variety of tone colours and it is adaptable
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Music's Mechanical Makeup
<p>Music is made up of many different elements. This series looks at the major musical elements of melody, harmony, rhythm, and the bass to examine how they have changed over time and differ in other
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What if we just behaved like a good jazz band?
<p>You may not know it, but the jazz-as-democracy metaphor is a thing. You can teach core concepts - even best practices - of a democratic society through the jazz aesthetic. Through engaging
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Mojo Working - A Night of Chicago Blues
<p>Chicago Blues is the most popular type of Blues Music. It migrated from the rural south to urban Chicago by people who were looking for a better life. This short course will explore its history and
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World Music - Grooving in Africa and Latin America
<p>Africa and Latin America are renowned for their upbeat, engaging and rhythmically intricate music traditions. This course examines world music soundscapes, with a particular focus on the cultural
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Eastertide in Music and Art - Sacred and Secular
<p>Eastertide, the major festival of the Christian Church, has always inspired magnificent music and art, both sacred and secular. Come and enjoy this varied selection of great celebratory music by
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Western Music Throughout the Ages - A Musical Exploration of European History, Culture and Sound
<p>Western art music is an international phenomenon that has significantly shaped the development of music historically and globally. Originating in Europe and reflecting its social and cultural
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