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With a distinctive voice and twelve-string guitar technique, Bob Patterson takes you on a trip through the real Florida filled with folklore and humor. His stories tie you back to the land, to the plants and the animals, to Florida’s precious water, and its real people. His poignant music and stories evoke nostalgia for a way of life that is quickly fading. 

Healing Sound and Planetary Meditation dedicated to the healing of our waters, and wisdom teachings of The 13 Grandmothers 

This is a 2-part healing arts creative program. The programs are separate, you may register for them individually.

Introduction to visionary art; intentional creativity and meditative arts including expressive painting and collage, creative writing and more. Please bring a favorite writing, text, poetry or message of hope.  All materials are included.

From Ray Charles in the mid-1940s to KC and the Sunshine Band in the late '70s, Florida has a rich soul music heritage that's been overlooked. Did you know that the great soul duo Sam and Dave came out of Miami? John Capouya, University of Tampa professor and author of the book Florida Soul, will play classic R&B, show vintage photos, and share his research into this important musical history.

Ray Charles got his musical training in St. Augustine. The great soul duo Sam and Dave (Soul Man'') was formed in Miami, while James and Bobby Purify ("Im Your Puppet'') hailed from Pensacola. They're all parts of Florida's rich soul music history, which has often been overlooked. This R&B legacy--including Betty Wright, Timmy Thomas, Jackie Moore and Linda Lyndell-extends to KC & the Sunshine Band in the late 1970s.

In his new book Florida Soul, John Capouya establishes this state as a soul capital. A University of Tampa professor, he will play classic R&B, show vintage photos, and share his research into this important cultural heritage.
 

An intermediate look at theory and construction of basic chords through moveable chord systems. Primary chords of the most commonly structured keys will be stressed. In order to get the full benefit out of the course, students are expected to be able to clearly play notes in first position and basic C, D, and G chords. The course consists of six, one-hour group sessions for three weeks. Prerequisite: Mastery of the material from the Guitar for Beginners course is expected. 

Always wanted to pick up a musical hobby? A ukulele can be a fun and easier to learn instrument. In three, one-hour sessions, students will learn the following: How to hold and tune the ukulele. How to read chord charts. How to create notes and basic chords. How to create different rhythms with the right hand. Play the three chords needed for songs in the key of C, and play some popular songs. Play the three chords needed for songs in the key of G, and play songs in that key.

This is a great course for anyone that's been wanting to learn how to play the piano. The course begins with the basics, teaching the student how to read music, navigate the keyboard and play songs with both hands. Keyboards will be provided and there is a $17 fee payable to the instructor on the first day of the class for the two required lesson books. Class size is limited to eight students.

This is a great course for anyone that's been wanting to learn how to play the piano. The course begins with the basics, teaching the student how to read music, navigate the keyboard and play songs with both hands. Keyboards will be provided and there is a $17 fee payable to the instructor on the first day of the class for the two required lesson books. Class size is limited to eight students.

This is a great course for anyone that's been wanting to learn how to play the piano. The course begins with the basics, teaching the student how to read music, navigate the keyboard and play songs with both hands. Keyboards will be provided and there is a $17 fee payable to the instructor on the first day of the class for the two required lesson books. Class size is limited to eight students.

This course builds upon the knowledge acquired from Beginning Piano 101A. The student will learn how to read a more expanded palette of notes, build on their music theory knowledge and learn to play additional songs. Keyboards will be provided and there is a $17 fee payable to the instructor on the first day of the class for the two required lesson books. Students are required to complete Beginning Piano 101A before signing up for 101B. Class size is limited to eight students..

This course builds upon the knowledge acquired from Beginning Piano 101A. The student will learn how to read a more expanded palette of notes, build on their music theory knowledge and learn to play additional songs. Keyboards will be provided and there is a $17 fee payable to the instructor on the first day of the class for the two required lesson books. Students are required to complete Beginning Piano 101A before signing up for 101B. Class size is limited to eight students..

This course builds upon the knowledge acquired from Beginning Piano 101A. The student will learn how to read a more expanded palette of notes, build on their music theory knowledge and learn to play additional songs. Keyboards will be provided and there is a $17 fee payable to the instructor on the first day of the class for the two required lesson books. Students are required to complete Beginning Piano 101A before signing up for 101B. Class size is limited to eight students..

This course continues to build upon the skills acquired from Beginning Piano 101B. The student will learn how to play more difficult songs, understand intervals, scales and key signatures. Keyboards will be provided, and students are required to bring the lesson books purchased for the Beginning Piano 101B course. Students are required to complete Beginning Piano 101A and 101B before signing up for 101C. Class size is limited to eight students.

This course continues to build upon the skills acquired from Beginning Piano 101B. The student will learn how to play more difficult songs, understand intervals, scales and key signatures. Keyboards will be provided, and students are required to bring the lesson books purchased for the Beginning Piano 101B course. Students are required to complete Beginning Piano 101A and 101B before signing up for 101C. Class size is limited to eight students.

This course continues to build upon the skills acquired from Beginning Piano 101B. The student will learn how to play more difficult songs, understand intervals, scales and key signatures. Keyboards will be provided, and students are required to bring the lesson books purchased for the Beginning Piano 101B course. Students are required to complete Beginning Piano 101A and 101B before signing up for 101C. Class size is limited to eight students.

This course expands the student's knowledge on reading music, adding more complex rhythms to their song repertoire. Music theory, including intervals, key signatures, dynamics and music terminology are reinforced throughout the course.

Keyboards will be provided and there is a $17 fee payable to the instructor on the first day of the class for the two required lesson books. Students are required to complete Beginning Piano 101A, 101B and 101C before signing up for Piano 102A. Please contact the instructor at spacecadet3010@gmail.com if you attended other piano classes to find out if you qualify for this class. Class size is limited to eight students.

This course expands the student's knowledge on reading music, adding more complex rhythms to their song repertoire. Music theory, including intervals, key signatures, dynamics and music terminology are reinforced throughout the course.

Keyboards will be provided and there is a $17 fee payable to the instructor on the first day of the class for the two required lesson books. Students are required to complete Beginning Piano 101A, 101B and 101C before signing up for Piano 102A. Please contact the instructor at spacecadet3010@gmail.com if you attended other piano classes to find out if you qualify for this class. Class size is limited to eight students.

This course expands the student's knowledge on reading music, adding more complex rhythms to their song repertoire. Music theory, including intervals, key signatures, dynamics and music terminology are reinforced throughout the course.

Keyboards will be provided and there is a $17 fee payable to the instructor on the first day of the class for the two required lesson books. Students are required to complete Beginning Piano 101A, 101B and 101C before signing up for Piano 102A. Please contact the instructor at spacecadet3010@gmail.com if you attended other piano classes to find out if you qualify for this class. Class size is limited to eight students.

This course expands upon the knowledge acquired in Piano 102A. Students will learn to play the melody in the right hand, while chording in the left. They will also be introduced to chords, chord progressions and additional scales.

Keyboards will be provided, and students are required to bring the books purchased for the Piano 102A course. Students are required to complete Piano 102A before signing up for Piano 102B. Class size is limited to eight students.

This course expands upon the knowledge acquired in Piano 102A. Students will learn to play the melody in the right hand, while chording in the left. They will also be introduced to chords, chord progressions and additional scales.

Keyboards will be provided, and students are required to bring the books purchased for the Piano 102A course. Students are required to complete Piano 102A before signing up for Piano 102B. Class size is limited to eight students.

This course expands upon the knowledge acquired in Piano 102A. Students will learn to play the melody in the right hand, while chording in the left. They will also be introduced to chords, chord progressions and additional scales.

Keyboards will be provided, and students are required to bring the books purchased for the Piano 102A course. Students are required to complete Piano 102A before signing up for Piano 102B. Class size is limited to eight students.

This course adds additional music theory including scales, intervals, chords and song structure. The student will have the opportunity to play songs that are at a higher skill level. Keyboards will be provided and there is a $17 fee payable to the instructor on the first day of the class for the two required lesson books. Students are required to complete Piano 102A and 102B before signing up for Piano 103A. Please contact the instructor at spacecadet3010@gmail.com if you attended other piano classes to find out if you qualify for this class. Class size is limited to eight students.

This course finishes up Level 3 started in the previous course Piano 103A. Students are required to complete Piano 103A before signing up for Piano 103B. Keyboards will be provided, and students are required to bring the lesson books purchased for the Piano 103A course. Class size is limited to eight students.

This course builds on the skills taught in Piano 103B. Students will be introduced to triplets, along with additional music theory that includes major and minor scales, triads, inversions and additional chords. This will give the student the ability to play songs at a higher skill level. Keyboards will be provided and there is a book fee of $18 payable to the instructor on the first day of the class for the two required lesson books. Students are required to complete Piano 103A and 103B before signing up for Piano 104A.

Please contact the instructor at spacecadet3010@gmail.com if you attended other piano classes to find out if you qualify for this class.

An Outdoor Community Drum Circle in honor of International Day of Peace. This participation based rhythm circle will include brief introduction and drumming instruction for djembes and percussion instruments, as well as the benefits of drumming and drumming in a group. Our intention is to offer information and practice, allowing you to feel comfortable at any drum circle, know what to expect, and how to participate as a drummer. We welcome you experience rhythm at the heart of community. Please bring a chair. If you don't have a drum, one will be provided.

Healing Sound Presentation for the Season. Vibrational Medicine is an ancient and therapeutic practice using sound and deep listening in a relaxed state to promote healing and well being. This presentation will introduce Crystal Bowls and Tibetan Singing Bowls with various instruments to create both an educational and relaxing environment, including a sound bath. In a relaxed state, either seated or lying down, the listener is 'bathed in sound waves'.

No experience is required. Participants are invited to bring a yoga mat or blanket. Seating is also available.