This class is relevant to just about any instrument that has notes including Guitar, Bass, Piano, Uke, Mandoline, etc.

Would you like to learn more about the ins and outs of music creation? Which chords play well with each other and why? How chords are created?

7 ths, 9 ths and 11 ths, oh my. Welcome to the magical world of Chord Harmony and Theory.

Requirements: 

• *Ability to play basic chords on your chosen instrument. 
• *Music Stand
• *Paper and pen or pencil for notes

If you have a guitar, Uke or Mandoline you are welcome to bring it to class, but otherwise feel free to take notes and learn more about how music works and how it relates to your instrument.

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.

This 2 session class will meet on Tuesday, January 7 & 14 from 1 to 2:30 at River House (179 Marine St.   St. Augustine 32084)

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

Come join us for a fun filled group course where we will all be playing several popular classic pop / classic rock and island style songs together. Focus will be on tightening up our chord changes, learning new songs and having fun!

Requirements:

• Ability to play open string chords reasonably well
• 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.

This 2 session class will meet on Wednesdays, January 8 & 15 from 9:45 - 11:15 a.m. at River House, 179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084.

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

Come join us for a fun filled group course where we will all be playing several popular classic pop /rock songs together. Focus will be on tightening up our chord changes, learning new songs and having fun!

Requirements:

• Ability to play open string chords reasonably well
• 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.

This 2 session class will meet on Wednesdays, January 8 & 15 from 11:30 to 1 at River House (179 Marine St.   St. Augustine 32084)

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

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, January 14, 21, 28 from 10:15 to 11:15 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class session on Jan. 7.

Classes are for ages 18 and up.