Winter 2016 Recreation Reporter

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Music Recorder (55 years & over) Because music makes your brain work better! Try a new instru- ment, join a small group ensem- ble, and meet new friends. This is a great way to learn to read music as well as keeping your brain and fingers agile. So- prano recorder and book cost will be $25, bought from the instructor at the first lesson. Alto and tenor recorders will be available to try. Instructor: Debbie Ross #39667 Thursdays January 7 - March 24 12:30 - 1:30 pm Lewis Tsolum Building $121/12 Blues Harmonica The harmonica is a versatile in- strument that can be heard in music ranging from folk and country to jazz and rock, but the harmonica is truly at home with the blues. No previous musical

Blue Grass Slow Pitch Jam (55+ years & over)

Piano Have you always wanted to play the piano? Music makes your brain work better. These small group classes study the basics of music, then you choose more! The first book costs $28 and a piano or keyboard is recom- mended for practising at home. Instructor: Debbie Ross Thursdays January 7 - March 24 #39773 Beginner (55+) 10:30 - 11:30 am #39777 Intermediate (55+)

The Slow Pitch Jam is a unique opportunity for beginners to learn the basics of jamming. A structured setting, patient and knowledgeable leader and safety in numbers is a perfect way for beginners to experience the sheer joy of making music in a group. Instructor: Kazimea Sokil #39910 Wednesdays January 20 - March 9 12:30 - 2:00 pm Lewis Tsolum Building $96/8

11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lewis Tsolum Building $192/12 7:30 - 8:30 pm Lewis Tsolum Building $192/12

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#39664 Adult

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Adult

Finger Picking Guitar Have you ever wished you could pick out melodies on the guitar? Well, here’s your chance. In this session, you’ll be introduced to the alternating thumb style of finger picking. Instructor: Larry Ayre Thursday January 14 - February 18 #39712 1:00 - 2:00 pm (55+) Lewis Craft Room A $66/6 #39813 7:15 - 8:30 pm Native Sons Hall $66/6

experience is necessary. Instructor: Larry Ayre Thursdays #39812 2:15 - 3:15 pm (55+) Lewis Craft Room A #39808 6:00 - 7:00 pm Native Sons Hall $66/6

January 14 - February 18

Oh no, you had to cancel the class? Please register at least one week in advance to avoid disappointment.

Drumming Programs see page 55

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Registration starts Wednesday November 18 see page 82