with Peggy Hart

Basic beginning technique, theory and note reading.

If you have any questions regarding your instrument or ability, contact Peggy at 518-439-1060 or peggyminore@yahoo.com.

Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6 (Beginners start at 5:30)
Register by Sept. 28

with Ron Gordon

If you have taken a “basics” class, or have been self taught in ukulele and would like to review and learn new musical skills, this is the class for you! We will review basic strums and chords through a variety of songs, and than move on to chord melody, and finger picking techniques. Through listening, learning and participation, students will extend their song list and become even more creative on the uke. Handouts provided, and a recording device is
recommended.

For more information contact Ron at 518-372-4172 or rgukeboy@gmail.com.

Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6
Register by Sept. 28

with Paul Draper

Learn and consolidate the essential skills needed for playing old-time music in the clawhammer style. We will work on the following (but not limited to):

• left hand techniques: hammer-ons, pull-offs, slides
• right hand techniques: drop-thumb, “rolls”
• different tunings for different tunes
• other topics based on the class

You will learn these techniques within the context of “Round Peak” banjo tunes. The tunes (some simple, some more involved) will be learned through listening, repeating, and tablature. It is highly recommended that you bring along a recording device! Also recommended (but not required): Brad Leftwich’s book with CD: Round Peak Style Clawhammer Banjo. Please note: It is assumed that the student already has basic “banjo knowledge” and can play a few tunes.

For more information contact Paul at 518-380-1103 or clawhammer888@gmail.com.

Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7
Register by Oct. 1

with George Wilson

Little to no violin/fiddle experience or understanding of how to play it. (they need a functional fiddle & bow & some rosin). You will learn how to make a good sound with the bow (from “scratch”), a simple tune or 2, tuning, & basic fiddle care & maintenance.

For more information contact George at 518-461-8394 or geofiddle@gmail.com

Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7
Register by Oct. 1

with George Wilson

Need to have some violin/fiddle experience. You will learn a few tunes & techniques to make them sound “fiddly.” If someone ends up in the wrong class they can transfer. And in any case we’ll have a good time!

For more information contact George at 518-461-8394 or geofiddle@gmail.com

Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7
Register by Oct. 1

with Ron Gordon We will learn the picking and fingering exercises that enable the ability to play the mandolin. We’ll cover a combination of traditional American and Celtic fiddle tunes as well as beginning classical pieces to facilitate your musical expression. There will be a combination of reading music on the mandolin, as well as ear training. Get yourself started on an instrument that fits into so many styles of music. Handouts and music provided, and a recording device recommended. For more information contact Ron at 518-372-4172 or rgukeboy@gmail.com. Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8 Register by Oct. 2

with New Instructor, Kara Doyle 

All you’ll need is a pennywhistle in the key of D. Some inexpensive ones will be available.

For more information contact Kara at 518-346-3717 or karadoyle1969@gmail.com

Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8
Register by Oct. 2

with Ron Gordon

Learn and apply the fundamental concepts of counterpoint on the steel string guitar. This involves leading, alternate, and runs in the bass; while strumming a rhythm or finger picking an arpeggio, pattern pick, melody line, etc. Knowledge of chords “down the neck”, and how to play a basic rhythm is necessary. For returning students, the songs and tunes we learn will be all new.

For more information contact Ron at 518-372-4172 or rgukeboy@gmail.com.

Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8
Register by Oct. 2