Theory, Ukulele, Jam and More
| Courses are 11 weeks and begin the week of April 8, except where noted. |
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3-Pay Tuition Option: pay at enrollment, week 4 and week 7
Class Schedule ::
How To Sign Up: New Students : Returning Students
Music Theory, with a Little Help from The Beatles
Wednesdays 8-9pm
Brian Gire
In this class, you'll analyze various Beatles songs in order to develop an understanding of chords and chord progressions. You'll learn the language of music theory while gaining a deeper appreciation of some of pop music's greatest songs. For all instruments, including singers.
Cost: $245 (or $85 3x)
Songwriting
| Courses are 11 weeks and begin the week of April 8, except where noted. |
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3-Pay Tuition Option: pay at enrollment, week 4 and week 7
Class Schedule :: How To Sign Up: New Students : Returning Students
Song Analysis with Bonnie Hayes
Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm
6 week class, meets every other week starting April 10
In this class you will analyze great songs to find out what makes them work. You'll examine chord progressions, arrangements, lyrics, production and more, and take away ideas you can put to use in your own songwriting.
Cost: $155 (or $55 3x)
**Sign up for this class and Intermediate/Advanced Songwriting with Bonnie Hayes, and get a $20 discount on your tuition!
Intermediate/Advanced Songwriting with Bonnie Hayes
Wednesdays 7:30-9:30pm
6 week class, meets every other week starting April 10
For graduates of Beginning Songwriting or for those who have already written a few songs, this class uses a workshop format, instructor and peer feedback, and directed writing assignments to develop and nurture writing skills. Students are expected to bring in new material for review each week, setting a pace that enables the student to get and stay in the creative flow. You should be able to play and sing well enough to perform in class, or have the facility to make tapes of your songs.
Class limit of 8
Cost: $360 (or $125 3x; $75 non-refundable deposit)
| Courses are 11 weeks and begin the week of April 8, except where noted. |
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Ukulele Classes
| Courses are 11 weeks and begin the week of April 8, except where noted. |
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3-Pay Tuition Option: pay at enrollment, week 4 and week 7
Class Schedule :: How To Sign Up: New Students : Returning Students
Beginning Ukulele
Mondays 7:30-8:30pm
Matt Driscoll
Class members will learn to play basic chords and to play songs in folk, rock and Hawaiian styles. Also covered: tuning, ukulele care, and basic strums. No prerequisites, but a ukulele is required.
Cost: $245 (or $85 3x)
Ukulele II
Tuesdays 7-8pm
Matt Driscoll
Class members will learn to play basic chords and to play songs in folk, rock and Hawaiian styles. Also covered: tuning, ukulele care, and basic strums. No prerequisites, but a ukulele is required.
Cost: $245 (or $85 3x)
Ukulele III
Mondays 6:30-7:30pm
Matt Driscoll
This class is a continuing class for graduates of Ukulele II, or for those with about four months of experience on the instrument.
Cost: $245 (or $85 3x)
Ukulele VI
Mondays 8:30-9:30pm
Matt Driscoll
This class is a continuing class for graduates of Ukulele V, or for those with about 10 months of experience on the instrument.
Cost: $245 (or $85 3x)
Jam Classes - Mandolin, Banjo, Fiddle
| Courses are 11 weeks and begin the week of April 8, except where noted. |
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3-Pay Tuition Option: pay at enrollment, week 4 and week 7
Class Schedule :: How To Sign Up: New Students : Returning Students
Acoustic Jam Basics II
Tuesdays 6:30-8pm
Brian Gire
For those who are comfortable with basic playing skills on their instrument, these classes will teach a repertoire of simple songs that will serve as vehicles for improvising. You'll learn melody lines, basic information needed to take solos, and listening skills.
Cost: $345 (or $120 3x)
Acoustic Jam Basics IV
Mondays 6:30-8pm
Brian Gire
Intermediate Acoustic Jam
Thursdays 8:30-10pm
Brian Gire
Have fun playing with others! In a relaxed setting, you'll learn and play through tunes from folk, bluegrass, Celtic and rock traditions. You can take solos and sing if you'd like, or just play rhythm with the group. Open to guitar, mandolin, fiddle, Dobro, banjo and bass. New students can join ongoing Acoustic Jam classes; call 415-673-3600 for a new student interview for accurate placement.
Cost: $345 (or $120 3x)
Advanced Acoustic Jam
Thursdays 7-8:30pm
Brian Gire
Have fun playing with others! In a relaxed setting, you'll learn and play through tunes from folk, bluegrass, Celtic and rock traditions. You can take solos and sing if you'd like, or just play rhythm with the group. Open to guitar, mandolin, fiddle, Dobro, banjo and bass. New students can join ongoing Acoustic Jam classes; call 415-673-3600 for a new student interview for accurate placement.
Cost: $345 (or $120 3x)
Your First Band
Tuesdays 8:45-10:15pm @ Lennon
11 weeks plus performance
Janak Ramachandran
This small ensemble class will learn and rehearse several rock and blues songs. You'll receive instruction in the culture of the band - etiquette, communication, how to count, beginnings and endings, how to listen. This is a great first step for those who have never played in a band before.
Cost: $300 (or $105 3x)
Blue Bear @ Lennon Studios, 271 Dore St. (near Bryant b/t 9th and 10th) in SF
Saxophone
| Courses are 11 weeks and begin the week of April 8, except where noted. |
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Class Schedule :: How To Sign Up: New Students : Returning Students
Band Workshops
Student bands organized by the school. Groups arrange and play songs by a variety of artists and groups, and at the end of the session perform live in a San Francisco club.
Workshop Schedule & More Info
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