Here's your chance to learn or refresh your memory on the fundamentals of tap, and to work on your rhythm! Classes will consist of warm-ups, combos, and a fun filled dance. Expect some shuffles, flaps, and other fun tap steps. Amy is a blue-grass clogger and will be sharing some basic clogging steps if it fits the class dynamic. Wear comfortable attire and dust off those tap shoes.This class is suitable for adults with a limited amount of experience with tap dancing (for example, if you took some tap as a kid, or have taken one or two of our beginner courses, this course will be perfect for you). This course requires pre-registration.
Learn to play the steel pans (“steel drums”) while having a lot of fun! No experience is necessary. We are seeking dedicated members who can regularly attend rehearsals. This course requires pre-registration.
This is a combined ages ensemble. Youth aged 12ish to 18 can join for free--email Julie@therhodycenter.org to request to join.
Tap dance for intermediate students! Make sure you have the fundamentals down before signing up for this course. This course requires pre-registration.
This ensemble is for students who have taken the steel drum ensemble at the Rhody Center for a while, and/or upon permission from the instructor. This course requires pre-registration.
This is a combined ages ensemble. Youth aged 12ish to 18 can join for free--email Julie@therhodycenter.org to request to join.
The ukulele is an excellent instrument on which to learn how to play music. It's relatively simple to learn, easy to tote around, inexpensive, super fun, and timelessly popular. In this ensemble, we will jump right into the fun stuff and learn how to play music on the ukulele. By the end of the course, students will be able to play a bunch of songs. We also encourage singing! Students will bring their own ukulele. No prior musical experience is necessary, and you do not need to be able to read music. Suitable for adults who are absolute beginners. This course requires pre-registration. No class September 18.