Workshops
Workshops at the Old Town School are a terrific way to study something new. Our faculty and special visitors showcase one-time-only specialties, trials of new class ideas, and extensions of our classes. Most of these meet only once or twice and are priced low, and like our classes, are usually hands-on. So get in where we can hear you!
Register early. Workshops fill up!
Cancellation Policy: You must call to cancel 24 hours before the start time of your workshop, in order to receive a full refund for the class. No refunds or partial credits will be given after the 24 hour period before your first class has passed.
7 workshops were found
Flamenco dance and guitar accompaniment workshop
Thursday 02/11/2010 at 5:30 PM
with La Conja; Juanito Pascual
4544 N Lincoln Ave
An interactive workshop for dancers and guitarists featuring La Conja an internationally renowned dancer, choreographer and teacher and visiting Flamenco recording artist Juanito Pascual. In the first half, the dancers will work on a choreographed piece while the guitarists learn appropriate techniques for accompaniment. The second half will combine guitarists and dancers. The workshop is designed for intermediate level students but can accommodate beginners as well.
Artists from World Music Wednesdays 2/10/10
REGISTER NOW | Seats Available: 17 | Price: $20
Zota Dance
Thursday 02/18/2010 at 6:00 PM
with Masina Ategou
4544 N Lincoln Ave
Masina Ategou, the director of the Pan-African Dance Ensemble, will teach the traditional dances of his native Togo. The Zota dance is used in Togo to celebrate the changing of the harvest season. You’ll also learn how the people of Togo determine whether you are drunk using the Atana Dance. The workshop is open to all skill levels.
REGISTER NOW | Seats Available: 20 | Price: $20
Jazz improvisation
Thursday 02/25/2010 at 6:00 PM
with Ryan Cohan
4544 N Lincoln Ave
2009 Guggenheim Award winning composer/pianist Ryan Cohan will present an instrumental jazz improvisation workshop focusing on communicating ideas and telling a story on the spot. Developing and building improvisations using fundamental musical elements of dynamics, articulation, rhythm, melodic shape and harmonic choices will be discussed and applied giving participating students focused direction on the spot in creating improvised solos. From beginners to experienced improvisers, concepts will apply.
Artists from World Music Wednesdays 2/24/10
REGISTER NOW | Seats Available: 24 | Price: $20
Improvisation in Urban Dance
Thursday 03/04/2010 at 6:00 PM
with
4544 N Lincoln Ave
Join Old Town School’s resident hip-hop/funk/house instructor Boogie McClarin for an exploration of the world of improvisation in Urban Dance. Experiment in House, Hip-Hop, and other contemporary urban forms.
Artists from World Music Wednesdays 3/3/10
REGISTER NOW | Seats Available: 20 | Price: $20
Maracatu and Forró – Brazilian percussion workshop
Thursday 03/11/2010 at 6:00 PM
with Scott Kettner
4544 N Lincoln Ave
Scott Kettner, Artistic Director/Founder of Nation Beat and Maracatu New York will give a percussion workshop on the Afro-Brazilian Maracatu music of Pernambuco and Forró from Brazil’s Northeast. Percussion instruments used in these musical styles are Alfaia, Caixa, Gongue, Abe, Agogo, Triangle, Zabumba & Pandeiro. Students of all levels are welcome. Students are encouraged to bring their own instruments although some will be provided
REGISTER NOW | Seats Available: 24 | Price: $20
Irish Tunes & Technique
Thursday 03/18/2010 at 6:00 PM
with Sean Cleland
4544 N Lincoln Ave
Sean Cleland the director and founder of the Irish Music School of Chicago will give a workshop for folks that have a little experience playing music and would like an introduction to Irish music. The workshop is open to all melody instruments. Students will work on quickly picking up tunes by ear and playing them in an Irish style. Students must bring their own instruments and are encouraged to record the class. This workshop is not designed for the absolute beginner.
Artists from World Music Wednesdays 3/17/10
REGISTER NOW | Seats Available: 25 | Price: $20
Reggae rhythm section workshop
Thursday 03/25/2010 at 6:00 PM
with Yard Squad
4544 N Lincoln Ave
The rhythm section is the foundation of all reggae music. Learn how the bass and percussion lock together to form the backbone of a reggae band with members of veteran reggae band Yard Squad. Students are encouraged to bring instruments but they are not required for participation.
Artists from World Music Wednesdays 3/24/10
REGISTER NOW | Seats Available: 23 | Price: $20
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SPECIAL EVENTS
PRICES
8-Week Classes for adults are $160, unless otherwise noted in the class description.
Financial aid is available. Click for info.
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INSTRUMENT RENTALS
The Different Strummer music store rents instruments for most group classes. Check for availability.
