This course will cover the changing trends the cinema of India and will discuss some of the themes that are being explored in this country’s cinema today. With a strong background in “Parallel” and “Art Cinema,” India has witnessed some huge changes in the way films are being made and consumed, by an ever-changing audience. Works from contemporary Indian filmmakers and Indian filmmakers living in the U.S. will be discussed. This course also will cover films that are bold in their themes, experimental in their approach, and are very hard-hitting and real in their intent.

Editors, with the advent of the Internet, are looking for stories between 300 and 1,000 words long that can be more easily read on a computer screen. Called “flash fiction,” this new genre of writing is usually a story that focuses on a single act, the culmination of several unwritten events. Join us and learn the technique of writing tight and writing fast–the essence of flash fiction–in a workshop setting.

From first inspiration to finished product, come explore the creative process of poetry writing! First-time writers and local working poets alike are encouraged to enroll in this workshop-oriented course, which will review forms and styles of poetry; examine the meter and rhythm of modern and ancient verse; investigate the transgressive nature of writing masterly poetry; and impart tested methods of inspiring personal creativity. Students will have many opportunities to express themselves on the page through a series of peer-reviewed poetry readings in the classroom. This course also will discuss methods of publishing well-polished poetry and ways to forge the connections and garner the resources necessary to become a working poet.

For all aspiring writers or those students who just want to explore the possibility of putting their thoughts into words, this hands-on workshop will explore ways to ignite your creativity. We will examine different genres of writing and the styles common to each, narrative voice, ways to enrich language, metaphors and similes, and introduce you to the workshop method used in prestigious creative writing programs across the nation. Come prepared to write! There is nothing like a writers group to inspire your creativity.

This course is sure to help you develop character (or characters). This hands-on workshop will explore ways to you can expose your most unforgettable character to the world. We will examine different genres of writing and the styles common to each, narrative voice, methods for enriching language, metaphors and similes, and introduce you to the workshop method used in prestigious creative writing programs across the nation.

Learn to use point of view as an effective style for telling your story. We will examine different genres of writing and the styles common to each, narrative voice, methods for enriching language, metaphors and similes, and introduce you to the workshop method used in prestigious creative writing programs across the nation.

Learn to develop plotlines that captivate, motivate and invigorate. We will examine different genres of writing and the styles common to each, narrative voice, ways to enrich language, metaphors and similes, and introduce you to the workshop method used in prestigious creative writing programs across the nation.

For all aspiring writers or those students who just want to explore the possibility of putting their thoughts into words, this hands-on workshop will explore ways to ignite your creativity. We will examine different genres of writing and the styles common to each, narrative voice, ways to enrich language, metaphors and similes, and introduce you to the workshop method used in prestigious creative writing programs across the nation. Come prepared to write! There is nothing like a writers group to inspire your creativity.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced photographer, you can expand your photography skills with darkroom techniques for black and white film. You will have the opportunity to process black and white film, make contact sheets and prints, vary contrast, burn and dodge, crop your photographs in the enlarger and mount your completed works. You also will learn how to display photographs.

This course includes studying apparel design, construction and assembly techniques. Some basic hand sewing methods are shown, along with embroidery techniques.

By coil, slab and use of the wheel, you’ll learn to create your own pottery pieces. This multi-level course is designed to meet individual needs. The course covers beginning throwing, altering and combining hand-built forms with thrown forms. In addition to creating pieces, you will have the opportunity to use different types of kilns for finishing the work, including wood, soda, raku and reduction. Glazes and firing are included in the tuition but clay and tool kits are not.

Cooking can be fun for children of all ages. By experimenting with a variety of foods, students will discover how to prepare healthy meals, snacks and even desserts! Students also will enjoy using their own creativity to put together a recipe book.

Learn the basics of baking, and how to use an oven! Learn how to measure and mix ingredients and how to follow a recipe. You will make biscuits, cookies, pies, and cakes, and have a recipe cook-off judged by their parents on the final day!

Discover a new way to add excitement to your cakes and cupcakes. This course will help you learn the basics of decorating with icing, creating borders and writing on cakes. You will see how rewarding it is to create desserts to share with your family and friends.

Review the basics and then move to a new dimension of cake decorating. Learn to shape and tier cakes, make butter cream and royal icing, and work with fondant and gum paste to create works of edible art. Plus, take your projects home to share with family and friends.

Come take a culinary journey around the World! This course includes a little of everything. Each class meeting will focus on different cuisines and menus from selected regions of the world.

Take this opportunity to work with mixed media artist, VET, to transform geometric shapes into intricate patterns of delight. Whether experienced or a novice, each mosaic experience is sure to bring delight and surprise upon completion. Students will experiment with various textured surfaces of stone, glass, tile, shells and other found- objects provided by the instructor. Select a design and create 2-D relief and 3-D mosaic sculptures.

From the basics of a sewing machine to basic hand sewing techniques, you’ll be introduced to sewing in this exciting class. You can even try your hand with an embroidery machine. Throughout the class, you’ll have the chance to construct a tote bag, backpack or a stuffed animal. Students also will learn how to sew on buttons, hem a pair of pants and put on patches.

For those who want to learn more about sewing, this course will teach you about basic apparel construction. Learn to construct pajama pants, add initials to a pillow, use hand appliqué techniques and make a Crazy Quilt.

Managing your money takes some simple know-how. Learn the basics of managing your money, including how to create a budget and make a savings plan, so you can reach your dollar goal. You will learn about comparing prices, opening a checking account, writing checks and keeping a check register. Students will participate in a scenario game throughout the week where they must secure a job, apartment and transportation in an assigned city and with a given budget.

You are almost headed to college, and must begin to make important decisions-one of which is choosing a career. It is important that you begin to think about a career path to college because it will help you select the right college that specializes in your career, and while you are still in high school, you can begin to focus on those classes that are required to fulfill your career goals. We will teach and learn basic career development planning skills, your strength, weaknesses, and your potential fit for a particular career. Students will learn about the importance of careers, and also learn the basic steps and techniques for preparing for and having a successful career and balanced life.

Gain the confidence and skills to master the challenges and changes of middle school with confidence. During this workshop, you will learn conflict management techniques, strategies for handling peer pressure, valuable study skills, and effective ways to communicate with your teachers and/or school counselor. In addition, participants will explore different career options based on their interests, talents and desires.

Do you know the proper manners to use in public? How can you show respect to adults, family and friends? We’ll use role-playing and discussions to uncover the connections between protocol and respect for your personal space and for others. We will work together to improve your knowledge of how to use proper social and business etiquette. Trustworthiness, integrity, honesty, responsibility and respect are some of the personal characteristics we will cover. You will learn how your behavior and the decisions you make form the core of your character.

Gain an introduction to basic etiquette skills, including table settings, ordering from a menu, holding appropriate table conversation and more! You will learn the proper way to address adults; create formal and informal invitations; review casual, business casual and formal attire; and write thank you letters.

Discover how easy it is to use the features of your point and shoot digital camera to its full potential. There are simple adjustments you can make to the camera settings that will produce better images for you to enjoy and share. Also, you will learn to use your camera set-ups from the menu and basic composition tips to make your images more interesting. Bring the digital camera you want to learn about and its operation manual, with fully charged batteries and an empty media card. The class also is helpful for those with an advanced compact/point and shoot or digital SLR camera.

Take this course to explore basic portrait photography using various lighting sources, environmental locations and posing. Weekly assignments geared towards applying classroom theories will cover camera formats, equipment, film, and studio and natural lighting. This course will incorporate at least one location shoot. Textbook is optional and will be discussed during the first class session.

If you want better pictures, you need to start with the basics. From the essentials of camera operations to tools and accessories that can improve your shots, you will have weekly assignments that put your learning into practice. With demonstrations and exercises you will learn to use exposure control, depth of field, composition, film stock and different accessories to improve your photos. Textbook is optional and will be discussed during the first class session.

Learn by doing in this workshop with hands-on projects each week. Projects are done in class, with no homework, except some shooting your feet – learning technique. Improve your images by using the features of your camera. Your coursework will let you learn the technique/settings, perform tasks with your team partner; and present each week's assignment to your classmates.

Fashion, editorial, special event, abstract and still life photography each present different challenges. You’ll learn the different concepts behind each of these kinds of photography as well as how to shoot for each style. Students will learn the visual impact of both color and black and white photography. This course will incorporate at least one location shoot.

This course focuses on teaching two important aspects of studio photography—the basics of studio lighting and the equipment that can help you produce great photos. Each session will split time between building skills in studio lighting and posing, and using the equipment you have at hand without having to spend a fortune for additional equipment you may not need.

This course emphasizes the use of light in a photography studio. Learn the techniques associated with lighting and camera set-up and the equipment necessary to photograph a variety of subjects such as corporate executives, actor’s headshots, children and pets. This course will meet in the classroom and at off-site studio settings.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions or to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Take this opportunity to explore the variety of drawing and oil painting techniques with color theory. Your art will develop, using traditional and non-traditional subject matter; including still-life, landscape, figure and abstraction. This course allows you to develop your personal idea and concept as you create including your personal expressions and experiments. Additionally, you will investigate various approaches to a variety of modern and post-modern painting styles by combining materials, using alternative drawing and painting surfaces, and building collages. This course is taught in both English and Korean.

Improve your observation skills gain the skills to translate what you see onto paper. Regardless of skill level, anyone can learn fundamental drawing techniques to enhance their creative capabilities. This course, for beginners as well as those who are more advanced, takes a look at drawing through a series of related steps and diverse techniques.

The human face is quite fascinating and expressive, with emotional nuances that constantly present new challenges to the artist seeking to capture its form and detail. The possibilities are endless and students enrolled in this course may discover that there’s nothing more exciting than this subject. For those fascinated by people, the human face is the ultimate subject. Study includes demonstrations and, while we will work primarily from photographs, there may be some opportunity for drawing live subjects.

Create your own works of art in this 2-D drawing and painting course that utilizes several mediums, including watercolor and acrylic. You’ll learn the history of different art styles and be shown how to use artists’ methods in your own finished pieces. You will work on a variety of projects and will complete one or more items to take home at the end of the course. In most of the projects, all materials will be provided by the instructor.

Create your own works of art in this 2-D drawing and painting course that utilizes several mediums, including watercolor and acrylic. You’ll learn the history of different art styles and be shown how to use artists’ methods in your own finished pieces. You will work on a variety of projects and will complete one or more items to take home at the end of the course. In most of the projects, all materials will be provided by the instructor.

Learn the basic principles of creating cartoons from creating a storyboard to character portraits to build your personal comic book. At each class, you will have the chance to observe professional artist, VET, demonstrate step-by-step techniques in expression, movement, perspective, text and gesture drawing methods. Students should have some interest in drawing, as there will be lots of practice sketching. Young artists are welcome to bring in drawings and sketches for portfolio review.

Brookhaven College offers the finest in state-of-the-art online training in partnership with Education To Go. For course descriptions and to register on a secure Web site, go to http://www.ED2GO.COM/bhcce.

Have you always wanted to be in a play but didn’t know where to start? This camp concentrates on all the basic aspects of theater. You will have the opportunity to build your acting skills by exploring projection, character development and script work. You can discover how different techniques like improvisation, vocal and movement exercises, memorization methods and more, can sharpen impulse, imagination and teamwork! Each class member will perform a speaking role in a short play, as well as in several improvised skits written by the students themselves, and presented for an audience of family and friends at the end of the final class! No previous acting experience is necessary.

Teamwork and imagination combine to create original acting scenes by exploring various improvisation

techniques. Since improvisation is spontaneous acting, there is no limit to the situations and characters that can be created on the spot! You will create characters and situations while learning to take risks, make bold choices, and think on your feet. Classes involve exercises, techniques and games that are not only designed for anyone interested in improvisation, but also for those who want to improve their quick-thinking ability on the stage … or in life! No previous acting experience is necessary.

Teamwork and imagination combine to create original acting scenes by exploring various improvisation

techniques. Since improvisation is spontaneous acting, there is no limit to the situations and characters that can be created on the spot! You will create characters and situations while learning to take risks, make bold choices, and think on your feet. Classes involve exercises, techniques and games that are not only designed for anyone interested in improvisation, but also for those who want to improve their quick-thinking ability on the stage … or in life! No previous acting experience is necessary.

Get an introduction to solid theatrics as you create fun characters and situations while you learn to take risks, make bold choices and think on your feet. Emphasis is on exploring natural instincts, objectives and impulses, while learning how to use your voice and body for the stage! Teamwork and imagination are combined with individualized direction from the instructors as each class member performs a speaking role in a short play that is presented for an audience of family and friends at the end of the final class!

You can use color and design to create the unique pattern of batik. Using resistance dyeing and a few practice sessions, learn to apply wax using the tjanting tool and brush. VET, mixed media artist, also will reveal alternative methods of achieving faux batik patterning using non-traditional, water-based resists and fixatives.

A beautiful piece of jewelry can inspire the desire to create. Take this course and practice designing jewelry to wear, give as gifts or to sell. In this course, students will discover how to design, texture, saw, file, cold-connect, solder and polish. Students will be able to create pins, pendants, earrings, bracelets, and necklaces. This course is for every skill level.

A continuation of our popular beginning jewelry making course, in this course the instructor will work with students individually on more complex projects, with an emphasis on design. Techniques include etching on metal, firing metals, using epoxy mixed with pigments and chain making.

Get an introduction to the fun and excitement of making your own fine silver jewelry. You don’t need metalworking experience. Silver metal clay is a remarkable clay made of microscopic particles of fine silver, mixed with an organic binder, to give it the consistency of clay. The metal clay can be rolled, textured, molded, carved and shaped to create earrings, pendants and charms. You will have the opportunity to create these pieces while learning the basic metal clay skills using lump, syringe and paste forms of the clay. Tools will be furnished by the instructor for in-class use.

Learn how to create a life-like leaf out of silver metal clay. Accent your pieces by adding 24k gold foil, using the ancient bonding technique of Keum-boo. Learn how to solder findings on metal clay.

If you have experience using metal clay, we can help you take your skills to the next level. You will learn how to add color using epoxy. We will use different types of metal clay to make a ring out of slow dry material and a bezel out of paper type material.

Enter the world of wax-based painting known as encaustic painting. This beginner’s workshop will explore the historical and contemporary applications of wax on a variety of prepared surfaces to create texture, preservation and vibrant color imagery. Discover the versatility of wax melting, layering, scraping, and fusing. VET, a professional artist, will guide students in step-by-step techniques that combine encaustic with other mediums using oil paint, pastels and other mixed media choices.

Learn and use design principles and your personal imagery to create beautiful collage pieces. You will learn techniques for combining water media, both watercolor and acrylic, will be combined with oil pastel, colored pencil, recycled old drawings and paintings, photographic images and found or prepared papers. The course is designed to stimulate your imagination and produce new ideas.

From amateur to professional, anyone can discover the beauty of working with oils. You will study visual expression and styles; explore subjects, perspective and design; and learn how to begin. Part of the course will look at the variety of mediums, materials and various painting surfaces available.

Learn to create murals big and small that will inspire and amaze everyone. You will learn the basic elements of developing a theme and designing a layout as well as how to apply paint to various surfaces. There are several painting techniques for creating murals that you will learn to apply including the use of stencils, grids and projections. Work with muralist, VET, as she shares her expertise working on indoor and outdoor murals and the special challenges each presents. You will have the opportunity to participate in a public mural project, which will be announced later. The class is geared toward teachers or anyone interested in learning how to paint murals.

Choose from oil or acrylic and learn a wide variety of technical and conceptual areas, including still-life, landscape, portraiture and abstraction. This is a great one-on-one course with lots of individual attention. Beginners to advanced painters are welcome.

This entry-level course focuses on oxy-acetylene and arc welding techniques for the craftsman. No experience is necessary. Note: Class size is limited so register early.

Come join us for our latest fitness activity, Bollywood dancing! This workshop will teach you rhythmic and modern Bollywood steps that will combine Indian folk movements such as Bhangra and Dandia, and some Indian classical dance movements as well. These movements and breathing exercises open up the body and give it more grace and flexibility. Then the dance training will begin. The dance movements are upbeat, rhythmic, classic, energetic and graceful. The entire body, from feet to eyes, are utilized in the choreography of these dances. So get ready to Bollywood today.

For those who enjoy country music but don't dance, this course starts with basic lines dances such as the Cotton-Eyed Joe, the Schottische and the Freeze. Then we will do the basics of the Two-Step, Double-Two, and Tejano. We'll also learn the basics of leading and following, done to the tempos of both traditional and contemporary country music. Note: No partner necessary.

Latin dance teaches the fiery steps of the Cha-Cha, Rumba, Merengue, Samba, Bolero and Tango. This course will provide the right foundation to add a Latin beat to evenings out. It is sultry, sensuous, fun and full of flair. It's easier than it looks and that's the magic. Note: No partner necessary.

Ballroom is back! Re-live the favorites from the 1930s and 40s as well as today's music with this wonderful course. Learn the Foxtrot, Tango, Rumba, Waltz, Cha-Cha and East Coast Swing.

Tap your feet to the single, double and triple time tempos of the 30s, 40s and 50s. Try your hand at lindy timing and practice the upbeat tempos of the East Coast Swing and Jitterbug. This course will begin with the basics and advance to fun and footloose skills like the sweetheart, pretzel, tuck turns and free spin turns. You’ll learn to the big band music as well as the up-tempo, retro music of the 90’s and new millennium.

The dance steps of today’s music videos are Hip Hop styles. Learn this fun form of street dance. Hip Hop courses are designed to teach coordination, strength, quickness, agility and endurance. The instructor, using radio-edited, Hip-Hop music, will choreograph dance routines that are geared to all skill levels.

Join this fun and innovative group guitar course for young children! Specially designed for children with little or no background in guitar, this is an inexpensive way to try a new adventure before committing to private lessons. Give your child the creative experience of learning guitar from an experienced teacher and performer. Space is limited to only six students. For information about obtaining a guitar and registering for this course, please call 972-860-4274 or e-mail bhcArtsAcademy@dcccd.edu.

For the absolute beginner, or intermediate students who want the review, you begin this course learning to hold and tune your guitar before progressing to chords, scales, timing and playing basic songs. A variety of musical styles are presented to encourage you to explore and find the style you like best. This course may be repeated, textbook varies by instructor.

This course is open to all students with knowledge of basic bar chords and the pentatonic scale. Topics include the standard twelve and eight bar blues forms, chord voicings, scales and rhythmic elements. Regional variations and the oral tradition are explored using historical and contemporary examples, with a focus on playing by ear. This course may be repeated. Text varies by instructor.

Join this fun and innovative group piano class for little ones! Set in our state-of-the-art keyboard lab, this course is specially designed for a child and an adult to attend together, providing the opportunity to strengthen parent-child bonds. Research shows that children who play the piano have stronger development in areas of motor, cognitive and analytical skills than children who spend the same amount of time on the computer keyboard. Give your child the creative experience of learning piano from a concert pianist and teacher with more than 30 years of experience. Space is limited to only six students. Register today at 972-860-4274 or e-mail bhcArtsAcademy@dcccd.edu.

Are you interested in learning the piano, but not ready to commit to private lessons? This adult group piano course provides an innovative atmosphere that encourages group interaction and positive thinking. You will study traditional piano skills and learn to play in a group setting. Students must have access to either an acoustic piano or an 88-key touch-sensitive electronic keyboard.

Continue learning and loving to play the piano. Together in a group setting, our students can improve their skills in reading standard music symbols and of the reading-playing process. You will practice what you are learning with in-class performance too. Students must have access to either an acoustic piano or an 88-key touch-sensitive electronic keyboard.

This innovative program features fun, dynamic and interactive classes that will have you and your child singing, moving to the music, and playing simple musical instruments - all while your child develops a sense of pitch and rhythm. Classes introduce students to the musical genius of Mozart and Beethoven along with other outstanding classical and contemporary composers. "Bright Music, Bright Kids" is the perfect music program to prepare your child for learning an instrument such as the piano or violin. Music is the ultimate medium to bring alive math concepts to preschoolers by linking the number of beats and types of rhythmic patterns present in the music. Singing helps children develop their memory, creativity, fine motor skills and socialization. Spend quality time with your child making music and strengthening your parent-child bond.

This innovative program features fun, dynamic and interactive classes that will have you and your child singing, moving to the music, and playing simple musical instruments - all while your child develops a sense of pitch and rhythm. Classes introduce students to the musical genius of Mozart and Beethoven along with other outstanding classical and contemporary composers. "Bright Music, Bright Kids" is the perfect music program to prepare your child for learning an instrument such as the piano or violin. Music is the ultimate medium to bring alive math concepts to preschoolers by linking the number of beats and types of rhythmic patterns present in the music. Singing helps children develop their memory, creativity, fine motor skills and socialization. Spend quality time with your child making music and strengthening your parent-child bond.

This innovative program features fun, dynamic and interactive classes that will have you and your child singing, moving to the music, and playing simple musical instruments - all while your child develops a sense of pitch and rhythm. Classes introduce students to the musical genius of Mozart and Beethoven along with other outstanding classical and contemporary composers. "Bright Music, Bright Kids" is the perfect music program to prepare your child for learning an instrument such as the piano or violin. Music is the ultimate medium to bring alive math concepts to preschoolers by linking the number of beats and types of rhythmic patterns present in the music. Singing helps children develop their memory, creativity, fine motor skills and socialization. Spend quality time with your child making music and strengthening your parent-child bond.

This fun camp is an introduction to guitar fundamentals. Led by a professional guitarist, children will learn to play simple melodies and chords in an ensemble setting. This course can also serve as a primer for the basics of music theory, music notation and ear training. In addition to the hands-on activities, we also will learn and get inspired by watching live performances of great guitarists. There will be a designated snack time, so children can bring their own or buy from vending machines.

This fun camp is an introduction to guitar fundamentals. Led by a professional guitarist, children will learn to play simple melodies and chords in an ensemble setting. This course can also serve as a primer for the basics of music theory, music notation and ear training. In addition to the hands-on activities, we also will learn and get inspired by watching live performances of great guitarists. There will be a designated snack time, so children can bring their own or buy from vending machines.

Join this fun and innovative group piano camp for little ones! Set in our state-of-the-art keyboard lab, this course is specially designed for a child and an adult to attend together, providing the opportunity to strengthen parent-child bonds. Research shows that children who play the piano have stronger development in areas of motor, cognitive and analytical skills than children who spend the same amount of time on the computer keyboard. Give your child the creative experience of learning piano from a concert pianist and teacher with more than 30 years of experience. Space is limited. Register today at 972-860-4274 or e-mail bhcArtsAcademy@dcccd.edu.

Children start playing songs such as "Hot Cross Buns," "Yankee Doodle," "Bingo," and "Mary Had a Little Lamb." We introduce singing using the Solfege system and we use the system for all our songs and melodic patterns. We introduce music notation to play all songs. A variety of musical games and activities continue to develop correct technique and ear training preparing the child for private lessons. Set in our state-of-the-art keyboard lab, this course is specially designed for a child and an adult to attend together, providing the opportunity to strengthen parent-child bonds. Research shows that children who play the piano have stronger development in areas of motor, cognitive and analytical skills than children who spend the same amount of time on the computer keyboard. Give your child the creative experience of learning piano from a concert pianist and teacher with more than 30 years of experience. Space is limited. Register today at 972-860-4274 or e-mail bhcArtsAcademy@dcccd.edu.

Join this fun and innovative group piano camp for little ones! Set in our state-of-the-art keyboard lab, this course is specially designed for a child and an adult to attend together, providing the opportunity to strengthen parent-child bonds. Research shows that children who play the piano have stronger development in areas of motor, cognitive and analytical skills than children who spend the same amount of time on the computer keyboard. Give your child the creative experience of learning piano from a concert pianist and teacher with more than 30 years of experience. Space is limited. Register today at 972-860-4274 or e-mail bhcArtsAcademy@dcccd.edu.

Children start playing songs such as "Hot Cross Buns," "Yankee Doodle," "Bingo," and "Mary Had a Little Lamb." We introduce singing using the Solfege system and we use the system for all our songs and melodic patterns. We introduce music notation to play all songs. A variety of musical games and activities continue to develop correct technique and ear training preparing the child for private lessons. Set in our state-of-the-art keyboard lab, this course is specially designed for a child and an adult to attend together, providing the opportunity to strengthen parent-child bonds. Research shows that children who play the piano have stronger development in areas of motor, cognitive and analytical skills than children who spend the same amount of time on the computer keyboard. Give your child the creative experience of learning piano from a concert pianist and teacher with more than 30 years of experience. Space is limited. Register today at 972-860-4274 or e-mail bhcArtsAcademy@dcccd.edu.

Is it a dream of yours to play your favorite music or sing your favorite songs? The Arts Academy offers premium individual lessons in piano, guitar, violin, clarinet, singing and more! Students are gently guided by a careful teacher who tailors each lesson to meet the individual needs and personal goals of each student, regardless of age, skill or experience level.

All individual lessons are arranged by appointment with the Arts Academy director. For more information, please call 972-860-4274 or visit the Arts Academy Web site at www.BrookhavenCollege.edu/ArtsAcademy.

Children, ages three to 18, can find their musical voice through Suzuki-inspired courses in violin and viola. Our goal is providing rich and enjoyable music experiences that will contribute to the development of self-confident, happy children. Students receive weekly private lessons as well as twice-a-month group classes. Under the Suzuki method, daily listening to music is as vital as practicing performance techniques. The Suzuki program requires active participation of a parent, including attendance at lessons and daily practice with the child. A positive musical experience shared between parent and child is central to the Suzuki philosophy. All individual lessons are arranged by appointment with the Arts Academy director. To schedule an appointment, please send an e-mail to BHCArtsAcademy@dcccd.edu, or call 972-860-4274.