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Music & Recording

Click here to see a clip of Three Summers Stronger performing their song "Tentacles."

Call (860) 685-7871 to register.

Guitar for Beginners
Chris Cretella
TUESDAYS, June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28
6:45-7:45pm
Ages 16+
Tuition: $60
Minimum enrollment: 5
Discover your inner rhythm in our group guitar class! Whether your interest is campfire sing-alongs, indie rock or blues, your musical journey starts here. Learn chords, simple strums and tuning in a fun, relaxed group setting.
Advanced Guitar
Chris Cretella
TUESDAY, June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28
7:45-8:45pm
Ages 18+
Tuition: $60
Minimum enrollment: 5
So you know some chords and some scales, maybe a few songs. What do you do next? Well, if you're stuck in a rut, join us at Green Street for our Advanced Guitar class. In this class you will explore some new techniques and ideas to get you out of that rut and give you a better understanding of the instrument. Learn different approaches to guitar by exploring different styles of music. Maybe meet some people for a band!

Music Composition
Chris Cretella
SATURDAYS, June 27, July 11, 18, 25, Aug. 1 (No class July 4)
11am-12pm
Ages 13-18
Tuition: $60
Minimum enrollment: 5

Explore the concepts and practices of music composition. Learn to create your own music. Learn to write for instruments other than the one you play. By exploring various methods of composition across different styles of music you will learn how to take your ideas and turn them into actual pieces of music. The class will culminate in the performance of short works composed by the students. Interested students must have some familiarity with basic music theory including the knowledge of scales, chords and rhythm.

Music Alive! Nature's Music
Gwen Pond
SATURDAYS, June 27, July 11, 18, 25, Aug. 1 (No class July 4)
9:45-10:30am
Birth to 5

Tuition: $90 for the first child, $70 for the second child and siblings under 8 months old are free. Tuition includes one songbook and CD per family.
Minimum enrollment: 5

 


Musikgarten's Nature's Music capitalizes on children's natural curiosity and wonder about the world around them.  Move, listen, sing, chant and play instruments with your child while nurturing their wonder of the world and developing basic music skills such as pitch, beat and rhythm.   A family packet including a CD, an activity item and a songbook with activities will be provided to support bringing home this repertoire of nature's musical play.

For more information on Musikgarten, please visit their website here.

 

Learning to Record Your Own Music with Pro Tools
Instructor: John Bergeron
Sessions scheduled by student and instructor | Age 16+*
Tuition: $60 per one-hour session ($55 for members, seniors & students)

Have you ever wanted to know how to make high quality audio recordings for your band, voiceovers, children's music performances or podcasts? Green Street offers a variety of educational opportunities in our sound recording studio that can be tailored to suit your needs. Join a group class, or try a one-time workshop on your own or with a friend. For more information about group sessions and rates, call Registrar Claudia Foerstel at (860) 685-7797.

Private Music Lessons*

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician looking for advanced instruction, private lessons can enhance your abilities with personal attention that can be beneficial to your growth as a musician. Lessons are scheduled weekly, for 30, 45, or 60 minutes, and are available Monday through Saturday. Green Street's affiliation with Wesleyan gives us access to a wide range of musical teaching artists—find an instructor you like in our Teaching Artist Directory , or just call (860) 685-7871 and let us find someone who will suit your needs!

Prices:
$240 for eight weeks of 30-minute lessons
($30/lesson);
$350 for eight weeks of 45 minute lessons
($43.75/lesson);
$460 for eight weeks of 60 minute lessons
($57.50/lesson)

Trial Lessons:
A trial lesson provides a combined lesson and consultation prior to enrollment in regularly scheduled individual instruction. The lesson gives prospective students a no-obligation opportunity to try an instrument or become familiar with a teacher. Private rates apply for trial lessons.

Registration:
Registration for private lessons is due two weeks before the first lesson. A 25% non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration; complete payment is due before the start of the second lesson.

* Need an instrument? Green Street is near several music stores. Call (860) 685-7871 to receive more information.
 

Green Street Arts Center   51 Green Street   Middletown, CT   06457  |  (860) 685-7871