This class looks at the life, career, and songs of Henry Mancini (1924-1994), one of Hollywood’s most revered composers. For five decades, a Mancini score conjured up romance, comedy, tragedy, or adventure, as witnessed in such popular movies as The Pink Panther, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Days of Wine and Roses, and Charade: as well as with lesser-known gems such as Hatari!, The Great Race, Darling Lili, and Two for the Road. It is a remarkable range of memorable scores.

The class is part-lecture, part-listening to Mancini’s film music.

Thomas Hischak is a retired Professor of Performing Arts from the State University of New York College at Cortland. He is the author of over thirty books on theatre, film, and popular music.

Class sessions will be on Thursdays, March 19 & 26 (no sessions on March 5 & 12) from 10 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine St. in St. Augustine)

For ages 18 and up.

A great way to get used to playing alongside others and having fun, learning easy songs, in an encouraging environment.

Open to Guitar, Ukulele or other small stringed instruments.

Music Stand highly encouraged. Pen or pencil for notes. Knowledge of very basic chords.

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, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 9:45 - 11:15 a.m. at River House, 179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084.

For ages 18 and up.

Guitar 2 for Beginners:

• Learning more open string chords
• Introduction to 12 Bar Blues progressions
• Smoother chord changes
• Having fun learning more pop / classic rock songs

Supplies needed

• Acoustic Guitar 
• Compact Music Stand 
• Pen or Pencil for notes

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, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 11:30 to 1 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

The songwriting team of lyricist Alan Jay Lerner (1918-1986) and composer Frederick Loewe (1901-1988) wrote memorable scores for Broadway musicals in the 1940s and 1950s. This class will look at those musicals and listen to songs from such enduring shows as Brigadoon, Paint Your Wagon, My Fair Lady, and Camelot. Lerner and Loewe are known for their sophistication, romantic songs, and versatility, each show being very different from the other.

The class is part-lecture, part-listening to their Broadway songs.

Thomas Hischak is a retired Professor of Performing Arts from the State University of New York College at Cortland. He is the author of over thirty books on theatre, film, and popular music.

Class sessions will be on Thursdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30  from 9:30 to 11 at River House (179 Marine St. in St. Augustine)

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, April 7, 14, 21, 28 from 10:15 to 11:15 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

Come join us for a fun filled group course where Ukulele, Guitar, and other small string instrument players will be playing together side by side. We will all be playing several classic pop and classic rock favorites. Focus will be on tightening up our chord changes, learning new songs, building friendships and having a great time!

Open to Guitar, Ukulele or other small stringed instruments

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.

Class sessions will be held on Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28 from 1 to 2:30 at River House (179 Marine St.   St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.