Adult Courses & Programs
Beginner Hand Drumming
Participants will learn the history of hand drumming, the proper care of a hand drum, several music rhythms from West Africa and Latin America, and how to play the Djembe or Congas.
Instructor: Cesar Morales
Dates: Tuesdays, January 15th – April 30, 2013
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Location: Rm. 23, Memorial Hall, 9 Bailey Dr., UNB campus (click here for campus map)
Fee: $185 (+HST)
Beginner Adult Band
Never played a band instrument but always wanted to learn? Played in your high school band and want to pick it up again. Adults with little to no experience will have the opportunity to play in a band in a relaxed and fun atmosphere.
Instructor: Heather Dunham
Dates: Wednesdays, January 16th – May 1st, 2013
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Rm. 23, Memorial Hall, 9 Bailey Dr., UNB campus (click here for campus map)
Fees: $180
Intermediate Adult Band
If you have a good foundation with your band instrument but are not yet ready to play in a community band, this is the group for you. You will develop your skills in a supportive and engaging environment.
Instructor: Heather Dunham
Dates: Tuesdays, January 15th – April 30th, 2013
Time: 5:30 – 6:45 pm
Location: Rm. 23, Memorial Hall, 9 Bailey Drive, UNB Campus (click here for campus map)
Course Fee: $190
Intermediate Hand Drumming
This course is for individuals who play the hand drums and wish to refine their techniques. During the course the participants will learn how to switch from one rhythm to another; proper manner to play the Djembe; 12/8 rhythms; and more West African music.
Instructor: Cesar Morales
Dates: Wednesdays, January 16th – May 1st, 2013
Time: 6:35 – 8:05 pm
Location: Rm. 23, Memorial Hall, 9 Bailey Drive, UNB Campus (click here for campus map)
Course Fee: $195 (+HST)
Music Theory
The UNB Conservatory offers a Basic Rudiments class. This covers the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) Basic Rudiments level, and will be suitable for exam preparation. Each class will also include 10 minutes of ear training where students will work on techniques including singing and identifying intervals, chords, and scales. The next RCM exam is on December 14th & 15th.
Instructor: Jason Flores
Dates: Saturdays, January 19th – May 18th, 2013
Time: 12:15 – 1:30 pm
Location: Rm. 27, Memorial Hall, 9 Bailey Drive, UNB Campus (click here for campus map)
Course Fee: $175
Improvised Music for Everyone
Come and explore the practice of Collective Improvisation. While performing in class together, we will develop our listening skills and musicianship through a synthesis of game pieces, graphic scores, ear training exercises, and conduction techniques. For all ages, levels, instruments, and voice.
Instructor: Evan Shaw
Dates: Thursdays, February 7th – April 25th, 2013
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Location: Rm. 27, Memorial Hall, 9 Bailey Drive, UNB Campus (click here for campus map)
Course Fee: $170
For more information or registration
Centre for Musical Arts
Memorial Hall, Rm 22A
Tel: 506 453-4697
E-mail: conserv@unb.ca
Click here for the Centre for Musical Arts general information page.
