Spring 2017
MetroParks Music
Our music department offers recreational music opportunities for children, teens, adults and seniors. We emphasize an all-inclusive, relaxed approach to playing popular music. Our students are provided with technical instruction, a place to practice their craft, and plenty of performance spots on festivals, celebrations, and parks events throughout the Music City. Our students have gone on to play professionally around town and around the country; as well as appearing in TV, radio and multi-media.
Spring 2017class offerings
Beginning Adult Harmonica- Taught by Shannon Williford this is an introductory class for all things harmonica. Blues styles and techniques will be covered.
Beginning Adult Guitar- This class is for older beginners. No experience necessary. Students should have their own instrument.
jamBand- Our jamBand program takes young people who are already playing an instrument and places them in a group with other students their own age and skill level; while teaching them how to be in a band. We have many performance opportunities throughout the year. We are always accepting new students who play guitar, keys, bass, drums, and/or other instruments.
Songwriting- This class will explore different strategies for writing original material. Students will have an opportunity to perform their work in an end-of-semester concert.
Beginning Guitar Class - This class is designed for those who do not have any guitar experience. We will be learning simple melodies and basic chords. The student needs to have access to a guitar in good playing condition. Space is limited. New students will not be accepted after the 2nd class meeting. There are two meetings of this class, one for 8 and 9 year-olds and one for 10-12 year-olds. This is a fee based class. Cost is $100 for ten week session.
2nd Year Guitar Class- This class is for students that have completed beginning guitar class at least. Also appropriate for young students that have had guitar lessons elsewhere. Students should be proficient in playing the basic open chords C, A, G, E, and D.
Acoustic Picking Party- These are held every Tuesday evening from 7PM - 9PM in the Centennial Black Box Theater. Bring an acoustic instrument, join the circle and play along. All styles of music welcome, including originals. Great for ear training and developing chops. Come with at least a couple tunes you'd like to play and an open mind. Ages 12 and up. Hosted by Mike Teaney.
The Hartman Park Band- This laid-back class gives older adults a fun opportunity to play together in a band. Some experience on an instrument is recommended. We play great tunes from the blues, R+B and oldies catalog. This group will have several performance opportunities throughout the year
Registration begins December 10th by email or
Or by phone at 615 862-8440.
Session Starts January 9th**
Last week of Class April 3rd
jamBand Spring Semster Concert will be on April 7th at
Looby Theater
(Classes will not meet during the week of 3/20)
Class AGE DAY TIMES FEE/ INSTRUCTOR
CENTENNIAL ARTS ACTIVITY CENTER
Beginning Harmonica Adult Tues. 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 0-$30 6 Weeks
Beginning Adult Guitar Adult Tues. 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. 0-$30 6 Weeks Williford
Homeschool jamBand 12-18 Tues. 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. NC/11 Weeks Frazee/Williford
jamBand 13-18 Tues. 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. NC/11 Weeks Frazee
Songwriting 13-18 Tues. 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. NC/11 Weeks Williford
Young jamBand 9-12 Tues. 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. NC/11 Weeks Frazee/Williford
jamBand High School 13-18 Tues. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. NC/11 Weeks Frazee/ Williford
early jamBand 9-12 Tues. 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. NC/11 Weeks Frazee/Williford
Picking Party 12 and up Tues. 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. NC/11 Weeks Teaney
Beginning Guitar 8,9 Wed 4:30 p.m.-5:15 p.m. $100 10 Weeks Guest Instructor
2nd Year Guitar 10-12 Wed. 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. $100 10 Weeks Guest Instructor
Jamband 12-18 Thurs. 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. NC/11 Weeks Frazee
jamBand Jr. 9-12 Thurs. 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. NC/11 Weeks Frazee/Williford
jamBand Gig Band 13-18 Thurs. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. NC/11 Weeks Frazee/Williford
Jam Band Extra 13-18 Thurs. 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. NC/11 Weeks Williford
HARTMAN COMMUNITY CENTER
The Hartman Park Band Fri. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. NC/Ongoing S. Frazee
INSTRUCTORS
Sam Frazee is a multi-instrumentalist, with years of performance in multiple styles. Sam has worked as a Music Row sound engineer and played everywhere from the Royal Albert Hall in London to Brown’s Diner. Sam is degreed in recording and music.
Shannon “Bayou” Williford is an award-winning blues harmonica player. He has been a bandleader/songwriter/entertainer, performing live and recording, since the 1970s. Shannon has played everywhere from the New Orleans Jazz Festival to the Springwater Tavern; and has English and education degrees.
Mike Teaney, renowned banjo player and classically-trained guitarist, has had his compositions played on stage and screen. As a multi-instrumental performer he has worked many genres, as well as participating on numerous Music Row recordings. Mike is degreed in music, recording, and electronics.