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Music & Recording
Call (860) 685-7871 to register

Click here to see a clip
of Three Summers Stronger performing their song "Tentacles."
Click here to
view our Early Childhood Music Classes.
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(Not Just)
Keeping Time
First Meeting: Saturday, October 24th, 2009
1 PM
$3 participation fee
New! a percussion meet-up group at Green Street Arts Center Beginning Saturday,
October 24th there will be a monthly gathering of people interested in the world
of drum and percussion. We will listen to, explore, and then attempt to play
examples from various traditions around the world. Featured speakers will guide
us through aspects of different playing styles. So bring a drum or a stick, your
hands or your feet, to Green Street...anything goes as we try to engage with the
wide world around and create a Middletown tradition and sound. |
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PUMPKIN PACKAGE CLASSES
Beginners Guitar with Chris Cretella
Saturdays, 12 to 1pm
Oct. 17 through Nov. 14
Learn chords, simple strums and tuning in a fun, relaxed group setting.
Intermediate Guitar with Chris Cretella
Thursdays, 6:45 to 7:45pm
Oct. 15 though Nov. 12
Learn the skills to play songs, strums and licks.
Beginner Guitar
Instructor: Chris Cretella
SATURDAYS, 12 to 1pm
10 weeks starting September 19 | $110 |
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. |
Intermediate Guitar
Instructor: Chris Cretella
THURSDAYS, 6:45 to 7:45pm
10 weeks starting September 17 | $110 |
This is the class for you if you
can play basic open chords or have had some basic
instruction in the past. Improve your skills with a
group helping you along. You'll learn the skills
needed to play songs, strums, and a few licks. And
if you feel like it, you can explore singing and
playing at the same time. |
Advanced Guitar
Instructor: Chris Cretella
THURSDAYS, 7:45 to 8:45pm
10 weeks starting September 17 | $110 |
You know some chords, scales and
maybe a few songs. If you're stuck in a rut, join
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. |
Song
Writing & Music Composition
Instructor: Chris Cretella
SATURDAYS, 1 to 2pm
10 weeks starting September 19 | $110 |
Ages 13 to 18 |
Explore the concepts and practices of music
composition. Learn to write for instruments other than the one
you play. 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. |
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(Not Just) Keeping
Time A Percussion Meet-Up Group
Green Street Arts Center is forming a meet-up group
to explore rhythmic and percussive traditions. All
ages and levels are welcome. Featured speakers will
present percussion traditions from the world over,
and members will have the opportunity to engage each
other in an open musical dialogue. Contact us at
sjripa@wesleyan.edu or (860) 685-7860 for more
information. A time and date for an organizational
meeting will be posted on the Green Street website
www.greenstreetsartscenter.org. |
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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)
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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. |
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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 artistsfind 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.
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