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Beyond Beginners African Drumming Ready to build on your begin ner drumming skills? This class bridges beginner and interme diate levels, focusing on improv ing technique while learning fun and dynamic West African rhythms. Get into the groove in a supportive, energetic setting. Participants must bring their own djembe. No class April 17, May 15 & 22. Instructor: Monica Hofer #18108 Fridays April 10 - June 19 1:30-2:30 p.m. Native Grand Hall $136/8 Intermediate African Drumming Join our local hand drumming instructor and drum circle facil itator and get into your weekly groove. New rhythms taught ev ery week; opportunities to work on djembe and bass drums. Great for the mind, body and spirit! This class is intended for those with previous experience. No class April 17, May 15 & 22. Instructor: Monica Hofer #18110 Fridays April 10 - June 19 12-1 p.m. Native Sons Grand Hall $136/8

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Beginner Blues Harmonica The harmonica is a versatile instrument, heard in everything from folk and country to jazz and rock, but it shines brightest in blues music. No prior musical experience is required. Just bring a ‘C’ harmonica and get ready to learn how to play this fun and soulful instrument! Instructor: Larry Ayre #18405 Tuesdays April 7 - May 12 6-7 p.m. Lewis Salish Building $89/6

Adult Piano Music makes your brain work better! In these small-group classes, learn music basics, play favourite songs, and build skills over time. The first book costs $35. A piano or keyboard is recommended for practice at home. Instructor: Debbie Ross Thursdays April 9 - June 11 Beginners #18083 1-2 p.m. Beyond Beginners #18084 2:15-3:15 p.m. LINC MP Room $198/10 Ready to dive deeper into the Blues? This course builds on your basic guitar skills, focusing on 12-bar blues songs, strum ming patterns, turnarounds, blues scales and simple blues licks. Perfect for players looking to expand their technique and bring more soul to their guitar playing! Instructor: Larry Ayre #18406 Tuesdays April 7 - May 12 7:15-8:30 p.m. Lewis Salish Building $89/6

Introduction to Frame Drumming Answer the call to connect with Earth’s elements through the ancient frame drum. Designed for absolute beginners, this class explores basic hand strokes and two playing styles: lap and upright. Discover the drum’s cross-cultural roots in ceremony and healing. Partici pants must bring their own hand-played frame drum. No class April 17, May 15 & 22. Instructor: Monica Hofer #19008 Fridays April 10 - June 19 2:45-3:45 p.m. Native Sons Grand Hall $136/8

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