Workforce Development and Community Education: Summer 2023

Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce | 22 LIFELONG LEARNING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT IN-PERSON American Sign Language ASL 1: Includes basic grammar, vocabulary, fingerspelling, numbers, and cultural information related to the deaf community. CE-LANG 1000, 10 Wed., June 7-Aug. 16 (skip 7/5), 5:45-7:45 pm, GTW-137, $240 (+ textbook). P Ditimi. #9105 ASL 2: Expands vocabulary, grammatical knowledge, and cultural awareness. Introduces increasingly complex grammatical aspects. Prerequisites: ASL 1 or permission from the instructor. CE-LANG 1001, 10 Wed., June 7-Aug. 16 (skip 7/5), 8:00-10:00 pm, GTW-137, $240 (+ textbook). P Ditimi. #9106 IN-PERSON Spanish 10 sessions, $240 + textbook. M Khalil Beginning Level 1: CE-LANG 2104. Sat., June 17-Aug. 19, 9:00-11:00 am, GTW-133. #9139 Beginning Level 2: CE-LANG 2105. Sat., June 17-Aug. 19, 11:15 am-1:15 pm, GTW-133. #9141 MUSIC REMOTE Theory of Rock Have you ever wanted to know why your favorite rock songs sound the way they do or how they were constructed? If so, you’ve come to the right course! Explore and analyze rock music by a variety of iconic rock bands including The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, Queen, and Pink Floyd (to name a few). Along the way, learn about composition, music theory, music history, orchestration, form, and instrumentation, and how to apply these concepts to gain a better understanding of the rock songs we know and love. CE-MUSIC 2103, 3 Sun., Aug. 6-20, 2:00-4:00 pm, $75. B Riley. #8513 REMOTE Music of the Classical Period Enjoy an engaging and informative overview of classical music from the Renaissance Period to the present day. From household names such as Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Johannes Brahms to numerous less well-known, yet also highly influential composers, explore the music, history, composers, legacy, and present state of classical music. Learn about the past, present, and broader significance of classical music! CE-MUSIC 2100, 3 Sun., June 11-25, 2:00-4:00 pm, $75. B Riley. #8512 IN-PERSON Film and Show Music Learn what makes these great emotional and humorous songs memorable. We will analyze their melody, rhythm, harmony and setting. We will learn how lyrics and rhythm drive the music forward. Music will be played live in class, and will also be heard in classic recordings and videos. Some will be played or sung by the composers or the original cast. Handouts and a suggested listening list will be provided. CE-MUSIC 2106, 1 Wed., June 7, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, AAB-110, $30. D Perkis. #9128 REMOTE Sing Your Story with Cabaret Do you like to sing? Have you often dreamed of performing on a stage but feel intimidated and don’t know where to begin? Performing in the cabaret venue is all about making a connection with the audience and sharing something of yourself with words and music. Work on and sing songs every week. Learn how to prepare a cabaret set and perform at the final class, complete with connective patter. The instructor will email you before the class begins with more details. All musical styles are welcome, music from the classic American songbook works best. Anyone with a song in their heart and a story to share is welcome! CE-MUSIC 2098VA, 6 Mon., June 26-Aug. 7 (skip 7/3), 6:30-8:30 pm, $145. E Cohen. #8534 REMOTE Piano for Adults Individualized and group instruction. Access to a piano and practice outside of class time are required. $192 (+ textbook unless student already has it). K Mi-Won. Beginner: If you always wanted to play piano but never got around to it, this class is for you! Learn to read music and have fun with chords on familiar tunes. CE-MUSIC 2005, 10 Wed., June 7-Aug. 9, 6:00-7:30 pm. #9101 Advanced Beginner: For students who have completed Beginner class or have knowledge of basic note reading. CE-MUSIC 2062, 10 Wed., June 7-Aug. 9, 7:30-9:00 pm. #9102 Intermediate: For students who have completed Advanced Beginner class or have musical note and chord reading skill. CE-MUSIC 2020, 10 Thurs., June 8-Aug. 10, 6:00-7:30 pm. #9103 Advanced Intermediate: For students with intermediate to advanced technique. CE-MUSIC 2018, 10 Thurs., June 8-Aug. 10, 7:30-9:00 pm. #9104 IN-PERSON Piano is Fun Add the joy of music to your life! The Beginning class is designed for those who are playing piano for the first time. If you have always wanted to learn, this is your chance! The Intermediate class builds on the foundation of the Beginner class by using familiar tunes and easy chords. Please bring your own keyboard with batteries in it. CE-MUSIC 2061VA, Intermediate: 7 Tues., July 11-Aug. 22, 12:15-1:15 pm, KNC-4, $83 (+ textbook). D Moran. #8508 IN-PERSON Guitar is Fun Intermediate Ongoing Now is your chance to jam with friends in a friendly supportive atmosphere. The Intermediate class builds on the foundations of the Beginner class with possible note reading added. Students must bring their own guitar to class. CE-MUSIC 2066VA, 7 Tues., July 11-Aug. 22, 1:30-2:30 pm, KNC-4, $83. D Moran. #8509

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