Music, Theatre & Dance

Fall 2009

MUSIC
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private Instrument and Voice Lessons
For all levels and abilities for any aspiring musician over age 8. You will receive 10 half hour private lessons over 10 weeks. Lessons will be set up to meet your schedule with some flexibility. You will be contacted by the instructor to schedule your lessons. Instructors will explain the policy for any make-up sessions if permitted.

Ten-week sessions will begin the week of September 21 and run through November 27.

When registering, please specify the string, woodwind, brass, or guitar instrument.

• ARHU 1020F01-66064 — Piano
• ARHU 1021F01-66065 — Strings
• ARHU 1022F01-66066 — Woodwinds
• ARHU 1023F01-66067 — Brass
• ARHU 1024F01-66068 — Drums
• ARHU 1025F01-66069 — Voice
• ARHU 1027F01-66071 — Guitar (all types)
  ACC TBA — $219

GUITAR
Beginning Guitar—Start Strumming!
—Colin Thurmond
Practice strumming techniques such as bass/strum, alternating strum, and 12-bar blues. Learn scales, picking exercises and soloing techniques. Bring an acoustic guitar or an electric guitar and a small amp.
For students 18 years of age and older.

• Mon, Sept 21-Oct 26, 7: — 30-9 p.m., 6 wks — ACC Campus
  ARHU 1011F01-66072 $99, $15 book/CD fee to instructor

Intermediate Guitar
— Colin Thurmond
A continuation of Beginning Guitar or if you have previous guitar playing experience. Bring an acoustic or an electric guitar and a small amp. Learn more in depth right and left-hand techniques. Knowledge of basic chords is strongly recommended.
For students 18 years of age and older

• Mon, Sept 21-Oct 26, 6-7:30 p.m., 6 wks — ACC Campus
  ARHU 1004F01-66073 — $99, $15 book/CD fee to instructor

PIANO
Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People
— Karen Reinhold
You don’t need years of weekly lessons to learn piano. Discover enough to give you years of musical enjoyment. The traditional approach teaches note reading, while professional pianists use chords. Learn the chords to play any song, any style, any key. Perfect your technique at home, using an exclusive CD provided. It’s easy, fun, and musically correct. If you know the keyboard a little, (F-A-C-E, Every Good Boy Does Fine), you know enough to enroll. If not, a free pamphlet that explains the basics will be mailed to you upon request.

Karen Reinhold has taught the One Day Piano Workshop methods since 1997, which has been taken by over 100,000 students nationwide. The PBS program, “Play Piano in a Flash” uses these learning techniques.

• Sat, Sept 26, 9:30-12:30 p.m. — ACC Campus
  ARHU 1007F01-66076 — $89 includes $30 CD and book

Play the Piano by Ear
— Karen Reinhold
Contrary to popular belief, anyone can learn to play by ear. Discover the inside secrets professional piano players use but never reveal. Learn to pick tunes out of your head, take songs off the radio, and even transpose music. After watching a demonstration, you’ll be picking out tunes with both hands. Learn to find the starting note, recognize common chord patterns, changes and progressions, use the circle of fifths and more.
Pre-requisite: Instant Piano Class or working knowledge of major, minor and 7th chords.

• Sat, Sept 26, 2-5 p.m. — ACC Campus
  ARHU 1014F01-66077 — $89 includes $30 CD and book

Easy Piano in 6 weeks
— Laura High
It’s never too late to learn to play the piano. Even if you tried as a child and gave up or it’s just something you have always wanted to do, this is your chance. Gain the technique and knowledge you need to play new songs and have some fun. For students 18 years of age and older.

Laura High is a professional musician and teacher with over 20 years experience.

• Sat, Oct 3- Nov 7, 10:30-noon, 6 wks — ACC Campus
  ARHU 1005F01-66078 — $99, $10 book fee to instructor

THE ART OF PRODUCTION AND RECORDING
The Art of Producing CDs
— Lon Van Eaton
Learn from world class producer/musician/writer, Lon Van Eaton, the tricks and tips he has gathered from decades of recording experience and being produced by the Beatle, George Harrison at both Apple Records Studios and Abbey Road Studios. Mr. Van Eaton has recorded with artists like Eric Clapton, Stevie Wonder, Peter Frampton, Carly Simon, Ben Vereen, Zubin Mehta, Ringo Starr, Harry Neillson and many more.

Bring your songs, ideas and recordings and enjoy the experience of working in a positive group setting to create something truly unique. Lon is currently producing a new Musical Theatre experience: “AH! THE DANCE OF LIFE!” We’re all in it!” , www.ahthedanceoflife.com, The World’s first Live Interactive Visual Immersion Environmental Show, LIVIES™. All talent is welcome! *Directions to the studio will be sent to your email address before class.

• Wed, Sept 23-Nov 11, 7-10 p.m., 8 wks — Van Eaton Studios*
  ARHU 1013F01-66075 — $189

JAZZ
ACC Jazz Ensemble
— Cecil Lewis
Join the ACC Jazz Band. Class is for adults. You must have previous playing experience.

• Thu, Aug 20-Dec 3, 6-8 pm, 15 wks, — ACC Main 2900
  ARHU 1002F01-66005 — $129

VOCAL PERFORMANCE
ACC Vocal Ensemble
— Mayumi Yotsumoto
Join the ACC Chamber Ensemble for those singers with previous experience. Learn madrigals to gospel

• Thu, Aug 20-Dec 3, 5-7 pm, 15 wks — ACC Main 1850
  ARHU 1017F01-66006 — $129

ACC Chorus
— Ron Kientz
Join the Arapahoe Community College chorus no matter what your music ability is. Class is for adults.

• Mon, Aug 17-Dec 7, 7-9 pm, 15 wks — ACC Main 2900
  ARHU 1009F01-66007 — $59

ENSEMBLE
ACC String Orchestra
— Rene Knetsch
Join the Arapahoe Community College orchestra. Class is for players age 12 to adult. You must have previous playing experience. Strings only, other instruments by permission of instructor.

• Wed, Aug 19-Dec 2, 5-7 pm, 15 wks — ACC Main 2900
  ARHU 1008F01-66008 — $129

ACTING
Acting Basics
— Katie Mangett
Whether you have never been on stage or just want to find out what it’s all about, want to improve your presentation skills at work, want to meet new and interesting people, or brush up on your old acting skills, this fun program will help you learn to grow as a performer and as a person. *An additional fee, not to exceed $25, will be paid to attend a performance.

• Mon, Sept 21-Oct 19, 6-9 p.m., 5 wks — ACC Campus
  ARHU 1001F01-66079 — $99, plus additional fee to attend a play*

Acting Basics II
— Staff
Acting Basics II is a fun and interactive follow up to the Acting Basics class or for anyone who wants to brush up on their acting or presentation skills. The focus will be on performance and speech techniques and will include improvisation, pantomime, dance and monologues and/or duet performances. This energetic program will help you learn to grow as a performer and as a person.* An additional fee, not to exceed $25, will be paid to attend a performance.

• Mon, Oct 26-Nov 23, 6-9 p.m., 5 wks — ACC Campus
  ARHU 2002F01-66080— $99, plus additional fee to attend a play*

OPERA
Opera! Opera! Opera!
— Gaynel Lankenau
“ I always wanted to learn about opera, but….”. Here is your chance to gain knowledge and understanding of opera during an enjoyable evening of discussion, listening to CD’s and watching videos and DVDs of two famous operas. Offenbach’s, “The Tales of Hoffman”, a vivid fantasy springs to life in the stories of a poet obsessed with four remarkable women and four villains bent on his destruction. Also, Rossini’s, “The Barber of Seville”, a comic opera about a count and his girlfriend trying to get married, assisted by a busybody “barber.” Arrangements may be made to attend an Opera Colorado dress rehearsal.

• Mon, Oct 26-Nov 9, 6-8 p.m., 3 wks — ACC Campus
  ARHU 1003F01-66074 — $59

DANCE AT...

Check in at the Gift Shop and identify yourself as an ACC class participant for that day. Additionally, meet your instructor 10 minutes prior to the class start time in front of the gift shop at the main parking area. Classes are held in the Hudson Residence, a one-story home located northwest of the gift shop.

Argentine Tango
-Spencer and Vanessa Larkin
Learn the fun, healthy, sophisticated steps of the Argentine Tango. Discover your hidden artistic talents while making new friends and receiving a mild workout. Learn to dance with total confidence. Dance shoes with suede or leather sole shoes are highly recommended. No rubber sole shoes. It is recommended that you register with a partner.

Spencer and Vanessa Larkin were instructed by world famous professional Argentine master dance teachers in Argentina. They have danced together for more than 30 years in social salons and have taught dance classes in Argentina, USA, Germany, Italy, France, and Chile.

• Mon, Sept 21-Oct 12, 7-8:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1010F01-66328 — $50/person

Hip Hop Dance at the Gardens
Discover the funky street stylings of Hip Hop while getting a great workout! Practice exciting, high intensity Hip Hop moves and create combinations you can use on the dance floor. Promote your style, proper movement, musicality and fun. Register for this class each session and work on different choreography. Wear comfortable, athletic clothing/shoes and bring a towel or mat for warm up and conditioning. Bring a water bottle!

• Tue, Sept 1-Oct 20, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 8 wks
  ARCR 1015F01-66329 (level I) — $120/person
• Tue, Oct 27-Dec 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 8 wks
  ARCR 1015F02-66418 (level I) — $120/person
• Tue, Sept 1-Oct 20, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 8 wks
  ARCR 1019F01-66330 (level I and II) — $120/person
• Tue, Oct 27-Dec 15, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 8 wks
  ARCR 1019F02-66419 (level I and II) — $120/person

DANCE AT STATE OF THE ARTS STUDIO
FOR DANCE AND THE PERFORMING ARTS
The following co-ed classes meet at a beautiful facility which is equipped with floating/sprung floors, mirrors and barres, a sound system with pitch control and air conditioning. Expert instructors help develop skills at your pace, and promote individual style, proper movement, musicality and fun! Due to high demand, many classes are available at two levels: a beginning class (Level I) and the next level (Level II).A Practice Party is held at the Studio on the last Friday of every session.

Unless indicated otherwise, wear comfortable business casual attire in which you can move. Only Suede soled dance shoes allowed on the studio floors. No outdoor street shoes! If you do not own suede soled dance shoes, socks and/or bare feet are welcome.

More information is available at www.SOTADANCE.home.att.net. The State of the Arts Studio for Dance and the Performing Arts is located at 3265 S. Wadsworth Blvd. Unit H, Bldg. #2 Lakewood, 80227 (Wadsworth just north of Hampden-Highway 285).

Latin Dance
Come dance with OUR stars! Explore the sizzling Latin style that’s sweeping the nation as seen on TV and in clubs. Learn the technique and stylings for Latin dances. Discover how to lead and follow to achieve the ability to dance with anyone on the dance floor.

• Tango level I Tue, Sept 1-22, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1043F01-66379 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1043F99-66380 — $80/couples
• Merengue level I
  Tue, Sept 29-Oct 20, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1026F01-66381 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1026F99-66382 — $80/couples
• Cha Cha level I
  Tue, Oct 27-Nov 17, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1028F01-66383 — $50/person
  ARCR 1028F99-66384 — $80/couple

Pre-requisite: level I for the following classes:

• Salsa level II Thu, Sept 3-24, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1074F01-66425 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1074F99-66386 — $80/couples
• Tango level II Thu, Oct 1-22, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1049F01-66387 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1049F99-66388 — $80/couples
• Merengue level II
  Thu, Oct 29-Nov 19, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1077F01-66389 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1077F99-66390 — $80/couples

Ballroom Dance
So we KNOW you can dance! Ballroom Dance is an elegant and popular dance form. Make sure you’re prepared for the next party, wedding or special event. Learn the technique and stylings for Standard/Smooth Ballroom dances. Discover how to lead and follow in order to achieve the ability to dance with anyone on the dance floor.

• Waltz level I Tue, Sept 1-22, 6:30-730 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1032F01-66391 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1032F99-66392 — $80/couples
• Night Club 2 level I
  Tue, Sept 29-Oct 20, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1034F01-66393 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1034F99-66394 — $80/couples
• Foxtrot level I
  Tue, Oct 27-Nov 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1033F01-66395 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1033F99-66396 — $80/couples

Pre-requisite: Level I for the following classes:

• Foxtrot level II
  Thu, Sept 3-24, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1056F01-66397 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1056F99-66398 — $80/couples
• Waltz level II
  Thu, Oct 1-22, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1053F01-66399 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1053F99-66400 — $80/couples
• Night Club 2 level II
  Thu, Oct 29-Nov 19, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1066F01-66401 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1066F99-66402 — $80/couples

Swing Dance
Have a swingin’ good time! Swing Dance is a fun and popular style of dance that’s made a resurgence thanks to contemporary Big Bands making a come back. Learn the technique and stylings for Swing dances. Learn to lead and follow to achieve the ability to dance with anyone on the dance floor.

• Jitterbug level I
  Tue, Sept 1-22, 8:30-9:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1030F01-66403 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1030F99-66404 — $80/couples
• East Coast Swing level l
  Tue, Sept 29-Oct 20, 8:30-9:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1038F01-66405 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1038F99-66406 — $80/couples
• West Coast Swing level I
  Tue, Oct 27-Nov 17, 8:30-9:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1029F01-66407 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1029F99-66408 — $80/couples

Pre-requisite: Level I for the following classes:

• West Coast Swing level II
  Thu, Sept 3-24, 8:30-9:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1050F01-66411 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1050F99-66412 — $80/couples
• Jitterbug level II Thu, Oct 1-22, 8:30-9:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1051F01-66409 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1051F99-66410 — $80/couple
• East Coast Swing level II
  Thu, Oct 29-Nov 19, 8:30-9:30 p.m., 4 wks
  ARCR 1052F01-66413 — $50/individuals
  ARCR 1052F99-66414 — $80/couple

Adult Hip Hop & Jazz
Build a strong foundation in Jazz Technique and discover the funky street stylings of Hip Hop while get a great workout! Learn exciting, high intensity moves and put together combinations you can use on the dance floor. Strengthen your core and build long, lean muscles while increasing flexibility and learning Jazz/Hip Hop techniques. Great as a starter course or for more accomplished dancers. Wear fitted, comfortable, athletic clothing such as dance pants and T-shirt or camisole. Dance Sneakers or Jazz Shoes are the appropriate footwear.
*No class November 25.

• Wed, Sept 2-Oct 21, 7:30-9 p.m., 8 wks
  ARCR 1169F01-66325 — $110/individuals
• Wed, Oct 28-Dec 16, 7:30-9 p.m., 7 wks*
  ARCR 1169F02-66415 — $110/individuals

Adult Ballet Level I and II
Ballet develops strength, poise, grace, balance, agility and is a great cross trainer for sports! Work core strength while developing long, lean muscles and increasing flexibility while discovering this beautiful dance form. Practice the fundamentals of technique at barre and center and explore movement traveling across the floor and with center combinations. Discover Cecchetti, RAD, French, Russian and/or Vaganova styles of Ballet. Women should wear tights and leotard as a base and may add a skirt or layer dance pants/shirt over the top along with pink split soled ballet slippers. Full sole slippers are welcome if you already own a pair. Men should wear dance pants and fitted T-shirt along with black split soled ballet slippers.
*No class Sept 7.

• Mon, Aug 31-Oct 19, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 7 wks*
  ARCR 1172F01-66326 — $110/individuals
• Mon, Oct 26-Dec 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 8 wks
  ARCR 1172F02-66417 — $110/individuals

Adult Tap Level I and II
“Shuffle Off to Buffalo” and have a great ol’ time! Discover theatrical and rhythm styles of Tap dance and at the same time get some cardio conditioning and tone the lower body. Polish basic technique and fundamentals, for the beginning level tap student, while continuing a comprehensive progression through higher level figures and combinations for the more experienced dancer. Wear fitted, comfortable, athletic clothing and Tap oxfords (preferred). Character Taps/heels welcome if you already own a pair. No Mary Jane, Split Sole or Jazz Taps.
*No class Sept 7.

• Mon, Aug 31-Oct 19, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 7 wks*
  ARCR1171F01-66327 — $110/individuals
• Mon, Oct 26-Dec 14, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 8 wks
  ARCR1171F02-66416 — $110/individuals

DANCE WITH DANCE-n-DJ, LCC.
These classes are held at the Grandview Grange which is located one block west of University off Arapahoe Road. Turn north on to Vine and go two blocks to Noble Place which is across from the South Suburban Ice Arena.

Beginners Ballroom Variety for Couples
Ballroom is back! Big Band sound and Ballroom nightclubs are the rage. Come and learn the basics to ballroom dancing including Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, Cha Cha, Rumba, and Tango. GREAT FUN in a comfortable atmosphere. Free dance party after fourth lesson on a Friday at 9:30 p.m. Your instructors are Rita and Hrolf.
*No class November 24.

• Tue, Sept 8-29, 8-9:30 p.m, 4 wks — Grandview Grange
  ARCR 1005F01-66331 — $55/couples
• Tue, Oct 6-27, 8-9:30 p.m, 4 wks — Grandview Grange
  ARCR 1005F02-66332 — $55/couples
• Tue, Nov 3-Dec 1, 8-9:30 p.m, 4 wks* — Grandview Grange
  ARCR 1005F03-66333 — $55/couples

Intermediate Ballroom for Couples
If you have completed the Beginners Ballroom Variety Class or if you already have some dance experience, you may enhance your dance experience by adding more turns and variety. Free dance party after fourth lesson on Friday at 9:30 p.m. Instructors are Rita and Hrolf. *No class November 24.

• Foxtrot:
  Tue, Sept 8-29, 7-8 p.m., 4 wks — Grandview Grange
  ARCR 1006F01-66334 — $45/couples
• Tango:
  Tue, Oct 6-27, 7-8 p.m., 4 wks — Grandview Grange
  ARCR 1007F01-66336 — $45/couples
• Cha-Cha:
  Tue, Nov 3-Dec 1, 7-8 p.m., 4 wks* — Grandview Grange
  ARCR 1008F01-66339 — $45/couples

Beginners Country Western Variety for Couples
Learn all the basic Country Western dance steps. Have fun and enjoy the aerobic benefit of dancing! This class is designed for those who have no experience with Country Western dancing. Come and learn the basics and tools for the Two-Step, Country Waltz, Triple-Step, Country Swing, Cotton-eyed Joe, One-Step and the Electric Slide line dance. Free dance party after fourth lesson on Friday at 9:30 p.m. Your instructors are Rita and Hrolf.
*No class November 27.

• Fri, Sept 11-Oct 2, 8-9:30 p.m., 4 wks — Grandview Grange*
  ARCR 1001F01-66343 — $55/couples
• Fri, Oct 9-Oct 30, 8-9:30 p.m., 4 wks — Grandview Grange*
  ARCR 1001F02-66347 — $55/couples
• Fri, Nov 6-Dec 4, 8-9:30 p.m., 4 wks* — Grandview Grange*
  ARCR 1001F03-66350 — $55/couples

Intermediate Country Western for Couples
If you have completed the Beginners Country Western class or if you already have some dance experience, you are ready for the next step to learning more turns and dance steps. Free dance party after fourth lesson on Friday at 9:30 p.m. Your instructors are Rita and Hrolf.
*No class November 27.

• Night Club 2-Step:
  Fri, Sept 11-Oct 2, 7-8 p.m., 4 wks — Grandview Grange
  ARCR 1017F01-66353 — $45/couples
• Triple Step:
  Fri, Oct 9-Oct 30, 7-8 p.m., 4 wks — Grandview Grange
  ARCR 1018F01-66355 — $45/couples
• East Coast Swing:
  Fri, Nov 6-Dec 4, 7-8 p.m., 4 wks* — Grandview Grange
  ARCR 1003F01-66356 — $45/couples