Group singing class is focused on the basics of classical singing technique.  You'll learn exercises to improve your breath control as well as your vocal strength, range and clarity.  You'll also have a chance to apply your new technique to the repertoire of your choice.  

Please bring two printed copies of the sheet music for a song of your choice, to work on over the course of the month. Students of all levels are welcome.

Singing teacher and classical singer Abigail Dyer was born in West Orange, New Jersey. With a private voice studio in St Augustine Beach and over 20 years' experience teaching opera professionals and amateur singers alike, Abby specializes in developing healthy vocal technique in the service of expressive singing.

Abby is a graduate of Vassar College (BA) and Columbia University (MA, M.Phil., Ph.D.), and the Mannes College Wagner Theater Program.

Class sessions will be held Tuesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27 from 10:15 to 11:15 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

Open to new students with no or some prior experience. 

Class subjects:

• Learning new chords including Dominant 7ths.
• Smoothing out those chord changes while playing fun classics.
• 12 Bar Blues shuffle chord progressions.
• Some experience playing most Major and Minor chords.

Requirements: Instrument, music stand, pen or pencil

Dennis Fermin has been playing guitar for over 30 years and joyfully helping others learn to play along the way. As a graduate from Musician's Institute of California, he has the skills and the patience to teach on many different topics and styles of music. Currently you can hear him perform locally as Fermin Spanish Guitar.

Class sessions will run on Wednesdays, 7, 14, 21, 28 from 9:45 - 11:15 a.m. at the River House, 179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084.

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

*Meditation / Fun

*Understanding rhythm and  build rhythmical abilities

*Learn how to play along to some of your favorite songs as well as learning world rhythms

*Join fun group gatherings in and outside of class

Requirements:

• Djembe drum (Synthetic heads are generally easier on the hands)
• Pen
• Music stand recommended

Dennis Fermin has been playing guitar for over 30 years and joyfully helping others learn to play along the way. As a graduate from Musician's Institute of California, he has the skills and the patience to teach on many different topics and styles of music. Currently you can hear him perform locally as Fermin Spanish Guitar.

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28 from 11:45 to 1:15. The River House (179 Marine St.   St. Augustine 32084)

Classes are for ages 18 and up.