Beyond Singing in the Shower—
Voice Class for Anyone
Learn to be a better singer working with the voice you have. Whether you want to sing in a choir, a group, or go solo, you can improve your singing skills. You will learn by doing as you work with breathing, tone, diction, performance anxiety, and preparing for solo work. Enjoy working with a variety of music as you explore the potential of your voice. Sing on! The required text Sing Legato by Kenneth Jennings may be purchased at the NMC Bookstore (995-1285).

4 Mon., Oct. 12-Nov. 2
5:30-6:30 p.m., University Center Rm. 6
Instructor: Kathleen Merrill Leach
Cost: $85 (does not include text)
Code: 5660

Learn to Sight Read Music
Learn basic skills for beginners or returning students who want to learn or improve sight reading vocal music. Learn key signatures, singing intervals, reading pitch and rhythm notation. Students should be able to match pitches vocally.

4 Mon., Nov. 9-30
5:30-6:30 p.m., University Center Rm. 6
Instructor: Kathleen Merrill Leach
Cost: $85        Code: 5661

NMC Grand Traverse Chorale
Joint offering with the Humanities Area. Community members and college students make up this choral group which explores a wide variety of choral repertoire from across the musical eras. The chorale performs with the Traverse Symphony Orchestra and on scheduled choral performances in Milliken Auditorium. To schedule an interview with director Mark Puchala, call 995-1338.

15 Mon., Aug. 31-Dec. 14
(no class Sept. 7)
7:30-9:30 p.m., Fine Arts Rm. 115
Instructor: Mark Puchala
Cost: $55           Code: 5546

NMC Chamber Singers
This joint offering is open to community and collegiate choristers by competitive audition and has an active performance schedule that includes local and statewide events. Arrange interview/audition with director, Mark Puchala, 995-1338.

15 Mon. & Wed., Aug. 31-Dec. 16
(no class Sept. 7)
5:20-6:50 p.m., Fine Arts Rm. 115
Instructor: Mark Puchala
Cost: $55             Code: 5547

NMC Concert Band
Joint offering with the Humanities Area. Enjoy the camaraderie of others who enjoy making music (standard band classics to cutting-edge material). For community amateur musicians and college students who play any traditional band instrument.

15 Thurs., Sept. 3-Dec. 17
7:30-9:30 p.m., Fine Arts Rm. 102
Instructor: John Beery
Cost: $55         Code: 5548

NMC Jazz Band
This joint offering develops technique and understanding of jazz through large ensemble playing. Rehearsal schedule and performances announced in class.

Both options 15 Mon., Aug. 31-Dec. 16
(no class Sept. 7)
Option 1: 5:40-7:40 p.m. . . . . . Code: 5549
Option 2: 7:50-9:50 p.m. . . . . . Code: 5550
Fine Arts Rm. 102
Instructor: Mike Hunter
Cost: $55 each option

Beginning Piano
Learn the basics of piano playing including names of notes, music notation, hand position, and playing techniques. You’ll get started with rhythms, simple scales, and key and time signatures. After six weeks, you will play simple melodies with chord accompaniment using both hands. You’ll learn in a group setting, but progress at your own pace. Weekly short written assignments and at least two hours of practice per week outside of class will help you reach your goals. Designed for adults and youth age 15 and up. The required text Practical Piano Skills, by William and Constance Starr (approximately $50) may be purchased at the NMC Bookstore (995-1285).

5 Wed., Sept. 9-Oct. 7 
6-8 p.m., Fine Arts Rm. 103
Instructor: Patricia Matusky
Cost: $79 (does not include text)
Code: 5656

Beginning Guitar
Learn the basics of guitar playing in this beginning class. You’ll learn several chords and progressions, different strumming styles, and get a fundamental introduction to lead guitar. Discover tuning techniques and how to care for a guitar while adding to your skills and knowledge at each session. Please bring an acoustic six-string guitar and pick to class. Music materials included. Designed for adults and youth age 15 and up.

4 Wed., Oct. 7-28, 6:30-8 p.m.
University Center Rm. 6
Instructor: Gael Eschelweck
Cost: $79            Code: 5658

Vocal Jazz Ensemble
This joint offering is a small ensemble of men’s and women’s voices that rehearse and perform vocal jazz works. Develop skillsin vocal jazz styles, blending harmonies, microphone technique, and jazz theory. Arrange audition with the director by calling 995-1338.

15 Tues., Sept. 1-Dec. 15 
(no class Sept. 7)
Fine Arts Rm. 102
Instructor: Mike Hunter
Cost: $89         Code: 5551

Applied Music-Private Lessons
Flute • Guitar • Piano • Voice
This joint offering with the Humanities Area provides private lessons in flute, guitar, piano, voice, and a wide variety of wind and string instruments. Arrange interview with Mark Puchala by calling at 995-1338.

Days and times arranged
Cost: $337