Colorado Free University

Go to www.freeu.com to view complete course descriptions and instructor bios. 46 Music NEW! Holiday Singers For many of us, nothing gets us in the holiday spirit as much as music! If you feel that way, then this group is for you. We’ll rehearse for four weeks, then present a lively and joyous concert for family and friends. Professional singer and vocal coach Cindy Williams will lead the way. She’s selected a few songs (some standard carols and even a Christmas rap!) to get us started. The rest of the repertoire will be chosen by the group, in a spirit of inclusivity, to honor a variety of musical selections. All levels are welcome; you don’t have to have singing experience to participate. Come one, come all, and let’s get into the holiday spirit together. The materials fee covers the cost of sheet music and a pianist to accompany the group (cost varies, depending on class size) $71 Non-Member $59 Member $15–25 materials fee payable in class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1154BJ: Five Sun., 2–3:30PM Begins 11/10; Skips 12/1; Performance 12/15 If You Can Talk, You Can Sing Intro to Singing Do you love to sing in the shower or sing along to the radio? Are you tempted to try karaoke, but fear you’ll embarrass yourself? If you’ve been away from singing for a while or have never had any voice lessons, this is your chance to dip your toe in the water of vocal music. Singer and vocal coach Cindy Williams will introduce you to a few basic singing concepts and demystify the process. Everyone can learn to sing! $41 Non-Member $29 Member CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1199DT: One Wed., 6:30–8PM 10/9 1199DU: One Sun., 1–2:30PM 11/3 1199DV: One Mon., 6:30–8PM 1/6 Let’s Get Singing! Beginning Voice Workshop You don’t have to be a Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, or Tony Bennet to have a great time singing. You can learn techniques to become the best singer YOU can be! Learn practical tips from long-time singer and vocal coach, Cindy Williams . Cindy will begin by explaining the mechanics of vocalizing; we often better understand how a guitar works than how our own body produces sound. She will go on to explain and/or demonstrate correct singers’ breathing, phrasing, care of the vocal cords, and so on. She will also briefly talk about knowing your keys and different vocal placements. At the end of this class you will have a tool kit of techniques to continue improving your own voice. Whether you are new to singing or it’s just been a while, this class might just get you to experience the joy of singing! $66 Non-Member $54 Member $5 materials fee payable in class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1128T9: Three Sun., 1–2:30PM Begins 10/13 1128U: Three Sun., 1–2:30PM Begins 1/12 Keep On Singing Step it up and hone your singing ability. Enjoy the camaraderie of singing as a group, while also developing your own voice. If you’ve already taken Cindy’s “Let’s Get Singing!” class or have some training, such as singing in a choir, this class will be a fit. Each session begins with vocal warm- up exercises. There will be some review of material covered in Let’s Get Singing,” followed by new concepts and techniques. Bring to the first class a song of your own choosing (on CD or other electronic device), which you will then work on for the three weeks. Professional singer and vocal coach Cindy Williams will offer gentle critique on how to bring out the vocal best of each student. This class provides encouragement and support so that all can grow as singers. $66 Non-Member $54 Member CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1120N9: Three Sun., 3–4:30PM Begins 10/13 Beginning Native American Flute Have you ever been captivated by the haunting music that plays as you cross the pedestrian bridge to Terminal A at DIA? Maybe you’ve done a meditation or had a massage with flute music in the background. Now you can learn the basics of playing the Native American-style flute, including reading the specialized “tab” developed for it. You’ll learn about these flutes, play with other students, and learn about “playing from the heart.” You’ll even have the opportunity to write a simple passage of your own. Playing these flutes can be relaxing, healing, and a lot of fun. Tom Farber first fell in love with Native American flute music hiking in Canyon De Chelly and vowed to become proficient. He is an active member of the Mile High Flute Circle. As he shares the deep beauty of this magical instrument he will connect you to the many resources available for players of the “NAF.” Release your musically creative side! $66 Non-Member $54 Member $40 materials fee payable in class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1670C: Six Sun., 10–11:30AM Begins 9/15; Skips 10/6 1670D: Six Sun., 10–11:30AM Begins 1/19 NEW! Beginner Level 2 Native American Flute Are you ready to continue your “flute journey”? This course will enable you to broaden your flute- playing skills. Learn more embellishments, exercises, songs and techniques to improve your playing. Learn how to put your own musical ideas on paper, how to play your flute at a microphone, and more. Students from Tom Farber’s beginning class are welcome to register. Students who have some background in Native American flute would need to contact CFU so we can put you in touch with the instructor for consultation before registering. Students must have The Complete Guide to the Native American Style Flute (2nd Edition) by Scott August. $66 Non-Member $54 Member CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1671A: Six Sun., 10–11:30AM Begins 12/8 Last chance for Keep On Singing Beginning Piano Class After four individual lessons, you’ll be able to play piano and read music! Learn to read music. No particular style of music will be featured, as emphasis is on developing the ability to read music. Electric pianos are available to rent for the duration of the class for those who don’t have a piano available at home. Carol Zeleny has a B.MU Ed. in piano and taught music in the public schools for over four decades. $84 Non-Member $72 Member $11 materials fee payable in class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1667Z19: Independent Study, (4) 30-minute lessons “Tom is in love with his subject. Excellent class at a bargain price!” —G G.