Cloud Callout: New this fall:
We now offer harpsichord lessons!
As a non-profit, educational organization whose mission, purpose, and primary activity pertain to arts education, the IUPUI Music Academy is committed to providing high-quality, professional music instruction to area residents.

 

 

 

 

 

Workshops - Spring 2008

Join us this spring for a non-threatening and entertaining arts experience. Workshops are scheduled on Saturdays 9:30 am-3:00 pm. Tuition for each workshop is $95 and includes all materials, boxed lunch, and parking permit. Enroll in two or more workshops and receive a 10% discount on the total tuition!

 

Jazz 101: What is Jazz? — Mar. 1

Ever wondered what those jazz musicians are really doing on stage? Listening tips, historical background, and live demonstrations.

 

Classical Guitar 101 — March 8

Improve your guitar technique and expand your musical knowledge beyond Stairway to Heaven and Smoke on the Water by diving into the world of classical guitar playing.

 

Introduction to Flamenco Guitar — Apr. 5

Stomping Feet! Rumbling guitars! Clapping hands and passionate singing! Come and learn the basics of this exciting and exotic art form.

 

Musical Theater — Apr. 12

Want to audition? How to choose the right material, rehearsal techniques, and understanding the nuances of music theater performance.

 

Bluegrass Guitar and Fiddle — May 3

Here’s your chance to jam! Fundamental techniques of bluegrass playing, including both lead and backup, and the opportunity to gain experience playing with other people.

 

Songwriting Techniques — May 10

Several different songwriting techniques are presented with a focus on various contemporary songwriting styles through listening, discussion, and hands-on activities. 

 

Jazz Improvisation — May 17

Learn the basics of improvisation, how to use the Blues scale, some basic forms and chord-scale relationships, and just have fun being in a band; all instruments welcome!

 

The ABCs of Music: an Overview of Music Theory — May 24

The fundamental elements of music: rhythm, melody, and harmony; includes reading and writing music, as well as ear training.

 

Sing! — tba

Application of breathing, tone quality, stage presence, and interpretation to classical, musical theater, and pop/jazz musical idioms.

 

Download a registration form for our workshops.

 

 

 

 

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last updated: January 22, 2008

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