Adult Performing & Literary Art Classes

Adult Performing & Literary Art Classes
Fall 2010

Come join us as we explore the Performing & Literary Arts. The classes below provide a great opportunity to gather with friends, take a break from life, and let it all out. Adult classes and workshops are open to students age 16 and above.

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WRITING: Advanced Fiction/Non-Fiction Workshop

DATES: September 7-October 12
TIME: Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm (final class will be 6:30-9:30pm)
INSTRUCTOR: Amy Weldon
COST: $80
LOCATION: ArtHaus

This course is designed for alumni of ArtHaus writing courses who are ready to take their work to the next level. We'll combine some reading and discussion with in-class and take-home exercises, but the focus will be on producing and refining your own short fiction or creative nonfiction in a fun, supportive environment, and on continuing to make writing a part of your everyday life. Prerequisite: previous ArtHaus writing course, or instructor's consent.

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CAPOEIRA

DATES: September 12- October 24
TIME: Sundays 2:30-4:00pm (no class October 3)
INSTRUCTOR: Mark Becker
COST: $55
LOCATION: ArtHaus

Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines African dance with kicks, escapes, take-downs, and acrobatics. Always accompanied by live music, Capoeira is a fluid, creative, and improvisational form that teaches physical skills, a little Portuguese, and a healthy dose of African rhythm. This class is open to teenagers (age 12 and up) as well as adults.

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NEW! OPEN STUDIO ACOUSTIC JAM

DATES: ongoing, beginning September 13
TIME: Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm
COST: Free!
LOCATION: ArtHaus

ArtHaus will be open Monday evenings this fall as a gathering place for area musicians. Guitarist Tom Savre will be there each week as host. The exact flavor of the musical mix will be determined by participants. No commitment, no tuition -- a true community jam.

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JAZZ WORKSHOP

DATES: October 26-December 7
TIME: Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: Tom Savre
COST: $55
LOCATION: ArtHaus

This class is open to all musicians interested in developing their improvisational skills in collaboration with others. The history and philosophy of jazz music will be discussed, but most of our time will be spent performing songs as a group and exchanging musical ideas by taking turns improvising dynamic melodies over a wide range of rhythms, musical styles, and chord changes. A moderate proficiency with your instrument and the ability to read music charts will make this workshop most enjoyable for you. Please indicate your instrument when registering. Contact Tom (tsavre@earthlink.net) if you have any questions about your ability to participate. This workshop is open to teenagers as well as adults.

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SWING INTO FALL

DATES: September 15-September 29 (3 weeks)
TIME: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: Alan Hockersmith
COST: $60/couple, $40/solo
LOCATION: Decorah Elks Lodge (402 W. Main St.)

Join us and see why people come back again and again for this fun-filled class, or come back to brush up your moves! Jump blues, country swing, big band, and old time rock and roll are all on the jukebox – start with basic Swing, move to the Two-Step, and finish with the Waltz in this trio of two-hour workshops. Whether you're trying out your moves for the first time, or are coming back for a brush-up, you'll find Alan an inspiring and encouraging instructor. Couples recommended, but if you're flying solo let us know and we'll put you on the singles list.

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SALSA & MERENGUE

DATES: October 6-October 20 (3 weeks)
TIME: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: Marie & Ari Maguina
COST: $60/couple, $40/solo
LOCATION: Decorah Elks Lodge (402 W. Main St.)

Dance your way into a new culture! Learn the basic steps of Salsa and Merengue in this trio of workshops. Break from routine, learn something new, get fit, and have fun with these joyful dance styles! This class is designed for anyone--Marie and Ari will guide your way.

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BELLY DANCING

DATES: October 28-December 3
TIME: Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: Hannah Buehler
COST: $55

This class covers all the basic belly dancing fundamentals: core movements, isolations, muscle contractions and simple traveling steps. Each class begins with a brief warm up, then focuses on a routine that's built upon throughout the session. Belly dancing is an excellent way to relieve stress, gain core strength, and improve coordination, while enjoying the good-natured fellowship of other dancers.

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