Colorado Free University

31 Register now! Call 303-399-0093 or online: www.freeu.com Music Basic Music Theory For Singers & Instrumentalists Package Class Music theory intimidates many singers. But theory is like a road map on our trip to becoming better musicians. It’s an essential piece of the puzzle, along with correct breathing, warm-up exercises, and so on. If you don’t understand what’s going on in your own sheet music and can’t explain it to your accompanist, then there’s just so far you can go as a singer/ instrumentalist. Singer and vocal coach Cindy Williams knows how to make the topic accessible and fun! In this series of three interactive group classes, she gives you some of the basics to get you going. Take one or all. And while taking them in sequence would be most logical, it’s not required. Package Deal $94 Non-Member $82 Member ONLINE : Via Zoom 1174D: Three Tue., 7–8:30PM Begins 5/11 Basic Music Theory Session 1 Session 1: Note names/pitches, note values, time signatures $46 Non-Member $34 Member ONLINE : Via Zoom 1171D: One Tue., 7–8:30PM 5/11 Basic Music Theory Session 2 Session 2: Keys, key signature, major scale $46 Non-Member $34 Member ONLINE : Via Zoom 1172D: One Tue., 7–8:30PM 5/18 Basic Music Theory Session 3 Session 3 – Intervals & ear training, transposing $46 Non-Member $34 Member ONLINE : Via Zoom 1173D: One Tue., 7–8:30PM 5/25 Vocal Music Independent Study Get individualized voice lessons tailored to your needs. Private, one-on-one voice lessons can make a big difference in your learning curve and can really jump-start your vocal progress. Singer and vocal coach Cindy Williams will work with you on your particular strengths and weaknesses to help you become the best singer you can be. Schedule your lessons at times that work in your schedule. You’ll receive three 45-minute lessons with Cindy, a terrific bargain for private coaching. $102 Non-Member $90 Member ONLINE : Via Zoom 1198Z21: Three 45–minute lessons via Zoom 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. Participants will receive a packet of information that they can refer to for months or years to come. At the end of this class you will have a tool kit of techniques to continue improving your own voice and a sense of confidence to get you singing at a karaoke bar or auditioning for a band or musical theater production. 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! This fun interactive workshop will be conducted on Zoom. You’ll need good internet and a computer with a camera and microphone. Cindy will demonstrate techniques and participants will take turns practicing. $66 Non-Member $54 Member ONLINE : Via Zoom 1128AA: Three Tue., 6:30–8PM Begins 6/8 1128AB: Three Thu., 6:30–8PM Begins 7/15 Beginning Piano Independent Study After four individual lessons, you’ll be able to play piano and read music! Learn to read music from both the treble and bass clefs simultaneously. 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 paid in class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1667Z21: Independent study for four, 30-minute lessons 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. You’ll learn about these flutes, play with other students, and learn about “playing from the heart.” 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! $61 Non-Member $49 Member $40 materials fee paid in class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1670I: Four Sun., 10–11:30AM Begins 5/2; Skips 5/9 1670J: Four Sun., 10–11:30AM Begins 6/6 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. $61 Non-Member $49 Member $8 materials fee paid in class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1671F: Four Sun., 10–11:30AM Begins 7/11 Reminder for In-Person Classes: • Wear a mask • Bring hand-sanitizer • Keep social distance If you are ill, call in advance of class to withdraw.