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.

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.

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.