Learn about Alvin Ross’s experience producing live events for the Cousteau Society in three different states. The events were entitled “Involvement Days.”

Take a journey back to the roots of Doo Wop music from its beginning in the late 40's. Then, continue on into the 50's and early 60's. Come join the fun as we honor some of the greatest musical groups of that era. Bring along one or two of your favorite songs of the era.

Learn about Rock n’ Roll music through the eyes of New York’s iconic Brill Building.

This presentation is an informative comedy presentation about Lucille Ball, the very first Queen of Comedy. Her life story is explored along with the history and creation of the "I Love Lucy" series. Lucille Ball's impact on the world of comedy will be highlighted along with details from the Lucy Desi Museum and Comedy Center in Jamestown N.Y.

Participants will learn about parallels between movements in the visual arts and music, including the rococo, romanticism, neoclassicism, impressionism, expressionism, and minimalism. Participants will have the opportunity to look at examples of artworks exemplifying each movement and listen to music by significant composers like Couperin, Debussy, Ravel, Stravinsky, Schoenberg, Webern, Berg, and Glass.

Recall the memory of the films and Television shows, from the silent era on, made by Hollywood studios. Many of these movies and shows have been forgotten, some have become classics, and a few have been immortalized. Clips are shown from films and television series, participants will discuss the background on the making of these productions and how they reflected the times in which they were produced.

A class for students who have always dreamed of playing the piano. The course begins with the basics of reading music and learning the way around the keyboard.

Students will learn how to read notes, play basic melody, and play accompaniment using right and left hands. Fundamental music theory and structure will be explored.

Note: There is a $15 supply fee the first day of class for the use of a keyboard, instructional materials, and books.

A class for students who have always dreamed of playing the piano. The course begins with the basics of reading music and learning the way around the keyboard.

Students will learn how to read notes, play basic melody, and play accompaniment using right and left hands. Fundamental music theory and structure will be explored.

Note: There is a $15 supply fee the first day of class for the use of a keyboard, instructional materials, and books.

This course follows Piano 101 and continues with the basics of music reading. Students who have taken piano/keyboarding 101 or have some background playing beginning piano will further enjoy learning to play piano. During this class, students continue to practice melody and accompaniments using both hands simultaneously.

This course will expand the range of notes and introduce sharps and flats along with different key signatures. More in-depth rhythmic structures will be explored, and a variety of music will be introduced including a performance collection.

Note: There is a $15 supply fee first day of class for the use of Keyboards in class, along with all instructional materials and books.

This jam-packed class takes a basic note-reading approach where students will focus on playing melody and rhythm with two hands together in different key positions. Using five fingering positions and harmonizing techniques, an expansion of notes will be introduced along with theory focusing on musical forms and patterns.

Simple recital type of literature will be studied along with traditional songs. Level 102 classes can be taken in any order.

Note: There is a $15 supply fee payable first day of class for the use of Keyboards in class, along with all instructional materials and books.

Piano 103-A follows Piano 102 level classes and advances concepts in harmony and more advanced rhythm. Students who have taken Piano/keyboarding 102 classes will learn multiple key signatures and corresponding hand positions.

During this class, students will continue playing melody and accompaniment focusing on integrating left and right hands to more advanced rhythms. The course will also introduce scales and beginning concepts in chord structure. Selection of pieces include original works as well as familiar folk songs and popular styles in creative, enjoyable arrangements.

Musical terms will be studied along with more in depth music rhythmic structures. Level 103 classes can be taken in any order.

Note: There is a $15 supply fee payable first day of class for the use of Keyboards in class, along with all instructional materials and books.

In this course, students will be introduced to a range of practical procedures including melodic design and tonality, different key positions, various tempos, rhythm and harmonic awareness, intervals and major and minor triads. Scales and arpeggios continue to be practiced.

Along with traditional and classical songs, jazz repertoire will be taught concentrating on varied tempos and styles. Pentatonic scales will be practiced along with chords. Level 103 classes can be taken in any order.

Note: There is a $15 supply fee payable first day of class for the use of Keyboards in class, along with all instructional materials and books.

The Intermediate piano class is a complete integrated music curriculum that emphasizes graded piano repertoire, theory and technique. The class fills an important pedagogical venue and provides a structured step-by-step program in which students will gain a deeper understanding of musical notation, theory, rhythm, chord progression, scales, stylistic technique and dynamics.

Students will also gain a solid foundation of musical understanding, musicianship and learn to play many different genres of piano music including jazz, ragtime, classical and popular. Independent study and practice will be necessary. Careful attention will be paid to expression and performance. Advanced key signatures will be introduced, and the study of sharps and flats and natural signs will be taught and reviewed.

Prerequisites include Piano 102, 103, substantial previous experience playing piano and teacher approval. Keyboards will be provided for students in class, along with all instructional materials and books.

Note: There will be a $15 materials fee payable to instructor first day of class.

The Intermediate piano class is a complete integrated music curriculum that emphasizes graded piano repertoire, theory and technique. The class fills an important pedagogical venue and provides a structured step-by-step program in which students will gain a deeper understanding of musical notation, theory, rhythm, chord progression, scales, stylistic technique and dynamics.

Students will also gain a solid foundation of musical understanding, musicianship and learn to play many different genres of piano music including jazz, ragtime, classical and popular. Independent study and practice will be necessary. Careful attention will be paid to expression and performance. Advanced key signatures will be introduced, and the study of sharps and flats and natural signs will be taught and reviewed.

Prerequisites include Piano 102, 103, substantial previous experience playing piano and teacher approval. Keyboards will be provided for students in class, along with all instructional materials and books.

Note: There will be a $15 materials fee payable to instructor first day of class.

Enjoy a special movie hand-picked by Master the Possibilities staff with input from our faculty and students. It is a great way to connect with new people, visit with old friends and catch up on movies you always wished you had seen.

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Enjoy a special movie hand-picked by Master the Possibilities staff with input from our faculty and students. It is a great way to connect with new people, visit with old friends and catch up on movies you always wished you had seen.

Click to open the Fall 2019 movie list.

Enjoy a special movie hand-picked by Master the Possibilities staff with input from our faculty and students. It is a great way to connect with new people, visit with old friends and catch up on movies you always wished you had seen.

Click to open the Fall 2019 movie list.

Enjoy a special movie hand-picked by Master the Possibilities staff with input from our faculty and students. It is a great way to connect with new people, visit with old friends and catch up on movies you always wished you had seen.

Click to open the Fall 2019 movie list.

Enjoy a special movie hand-picked by Master the Possibilities staff with input from our faculty and students. It is a great way to connect with new people, visit with old friends and catch up on movies you always wished you had seen.

Click to open the Fall 2019 movie list.

Enjoy a special movie hand-picked by Master the Possibilities staff with input from our faculty and students. It is a great way to connect with new people, visit with old friends and catch up on movies you always wished you had seen.

Click to open the Fall 2019 movie list.

Enjoy a special movie hand-picked by Master the Possibilities staff with input from our faculty and students. It is a great way to connect with new people, visit with old friends and catch up on movies you always wished you had seen.

Click to open the Fall 2019 movie list.

Enjoy a special movie hand-picked by Master the Possibilities staff with input from our faculty and students. It is a great way to connect with new people, visit with old friends and catch up on movies you always wished you had seen.

Click to open the Fall 2019 movie list.

Enjoy a special movie hand-picked by Master the Possibilities staff with input from our faculty and students. It is a great way to connect with new people, visit with old friends and catch up on movies you always wished you had seen.

Click to open the Fall 2019 movie list.

Enjoy a special movie hand-picked by Master the Possibilities staff with input from our faculty and students. It is a great way to connect with new people, visit with old friends and catch up on movies you always wished you had seen.

Click to open the Fall 2019 movie list.

Enjoy a special movie hand-picked by Master the Possibilities staff with input from our faculty and students. It is a great way to connect with new people, visit with old friends and catch up on movies you always wished you had seen.

Click to open the Fall 2019 movie list.

Enjoy a special movie hand-picked by Master the Possibilities staff with input from our faculty and students. It is a great way to connect with new people, visit with old friends and catch up on movies you always wished you had seen.

Click to open the Fall 2019 movie list.