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PERFORMING ARTS PART TWO REGISTER ONLINE: classweb.townofcary.org 65 Music All music classes are held at the Page-Walker Arts & History Center. Beginning Band (age 11–17) Interested in joining marching or symphonic band? Then first join us for Beginning Band! Learn the basics of reading music and how to play and care for flute, clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, trumpet, and trombone. Taught by a former school band instructor. Participants must provide instrument and purchase method book. Instructor: Alan Atkinson Fees: $116(R) $146(N) (8 classes) 106997 Mon Sep 18–Nov 6 6–7:30 p.m. Guitar Beginning Guitar (age 12 & up) Have you ever envisioned being the life of the party around the campfire? Learn how to accompany yourself, play scales and melodies, read music, and play songs by ear in this fun course. An acoustic guitar and Guitar Method 1 by Aaron Stang required. No prior guitar experience necessary. Instructor: David Spencer Fees: $84(R) $109(N) (12 classes) 107009 Tue Sep 12–Dec 5 6:30–7:30 p.m. (no class Nov 21) Intermediate Guitar (age 12 & up) Do you already know some chords and songs? Are you ready to take your playing to the next level? Try new songs with exercises in rhythm, melody, harmony and listening, while studying form, expression, and timbre. An acoustic guitar and Guitar Method 2 by Aaron Stang are required. Instructor: David Spencer Fees: $84(R) $109(N) (12 classes) 107229 Tue Sep 12–Dec 5 7:45–8:45 p.m. (no class Nov 21) Social & Cultural Dance Shag Beginner (age 16 & up) Living in North Carolina and you still don't know about shagging? Learn the basic shag step as you dance to beach music, giving you the confidence to get on the dance floor! Location: Bond Park Community Center Instructor: Sam Sparks Fees: $40(R) $52(N) (3 classes) 106144 Mon Sep 18–Oct 2 6:45–8:15 p.m. 106145 Mon Oct 9–23 6:45–8:15 p.m. 106146 Mon Nov 6–20 6:45–8:15 p.m. Shag Beginner II (age 16 & up) Complement your basic shag knowledge with steps such as the belly roll, sugar foot, and other favorites. A great and unique form of exercise! Location: Bond Park Community Center Instructor: Sam Sparks Fees: $40(R) $52(N) (3 classes) 106148 Mon Sep 18–Oct 2 8:15–9:45 p.m. 106149 Mon Nov 6–20 8:15–9:45 p.m. Adult Programs Broadway Jazz & Tap (age 16 & up) An introduction to jazz and tap technique in the style of Bob Fosse, Jerome Robbins, and more. Students learn warm-ups, stretches, floor patterns, and theatrical-style choreography to upbeat songs from Broadway musicals. Location: Cary Arts Center Instructor: Sara Croninger Fees: $68(R) $88(N) (6 classes) 105762 Wed Sep 20–Oct 25 7–8 p.m. Absolute Beginning Ballet (age 16 & up) It's never too late to learn ballet. Designed for those who have never had a ballet class, this workshop teaches fundamental positions, vocabulary, and basic principles of ballet, and is a fun way to tone and tighten your body and work on posture. Location: Bond Park Community Center Instructor: Maggie Witter Fees: $63(R) $82(N) (6 classes) 106837 Thu Sep 28–Nov 9 1:30–2:30 p.m. (no class Oct 19) Fees: $42(R) $55(N) (4 classes) 106838 Thu Nov 16–Dec 14 1:30–2:30 p.m. (no class Nov 23) NEW!