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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-26-2024 to 04-26-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 05:00 PM-06:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Chris Burns, Many-StringsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisFrom King David's temple to the modern concert hall, from the Irish pub to the Renaissance court, the harp has made life better and more lovely for millions over time. In this hour we will enjoy the sounds of the harp from all around the world, including journeys to South America and Japan. The harp's diversity and creative expressions will amaze... read moreFrom King David's temple to the modern concert hall, from the Irish pub to the Renaissance court, the harp has made life better and more lovely for millions over time. In this hour we will enjoy the sounds of the harp from all around the world, including journeys to South America and Japan. The harp's diversity and creative expressions will amaze you! -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-09-2024 to 05-09-2024Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 01:00 PM-03:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Kevin FernlundTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisBuddy Holly's profound impact on the late 1950s British music scene and the subsequent British Invasion is beyond measure. Originating from Lubbock, Texas, Buddy Holly and The Crickets left an indelible mark, recording numerous hits, including the iconic "That'll Be the Day," at the Norman Petty Studios in Clovis, New Mexico. Inspired by a John Wayne line... read moreBuddy Holly's profound impact on the late 1950s British music scene and the subsequent British Invasion is beyond measure. Originating from Lubbock, Texas, Buddy Holly and The Crickets left an indelible mark, recording numerous hits, including the iconic "That'll Be the Day," at the Norman Petty Studios in Clovis, New Mexico. Inspired by a John Wayne line from the western film "The Searchers" (1956), this track became the first demo ever made by The Beatles when they were still known as the Quarry Men. Step into the captivating narrative of Buddy Holly and The Crickets, hailed by Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards as the world's inaugural "self-contained rock and roll band." The Crickets not only wrote and recorded their songs but also delivered mesmerizing performances. Unveil the tale of this musical journey, featuring the influential "fifth Cricket," record producer and musician Norman Petty.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-10-2024 to 05-10-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 05:00 PM-06:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Chris Burns, Many-StringsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisThis single-reed instrument developed from ancient folk instruments. Thanks to a very brilliant German inventor in the 1700’s, the modern clarinet was born, and the innovations continued with an entire family of clarinets. The clarinet’s beauty has inspired musicians such as Mozart, Strauss, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, and The Beatles, to name a... read moreThis single-reed instrument developed from ancient folk instruments. Thanks to a very brilliant German inventor in the 1700’s, the modern clarinet was born, and the innovations continued with an entire family of clarinets. The clarinet’s beauty has inspired musicians such as Mozart, Strauss, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, and The Beatles, to name a few! You’re invited to a musical hour celebrating its unique history and its lovely evocative notes!
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-24-2024 to 05-24-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 05:00 PM-06:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Chris Burns, Many stringsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisSaint-Saens, like Mozart, was a wonder child. Playing the piano at 2, composing in his 3rd year….he went on to grow French classical music into the post-Mozart Era. Liszt viewed him as the greatest organist in the world. Rubenstein was amazed with his piano skills. His compositions are rich and luscious. A very special... read moreSaint-Saens, like Mozart, was a wonder child. Playing the piano at 2, composing in his 3rd year….he went on to grow French classical music into the post-Mozart Era. Liszt viewed him as the greatest organist in the world. Rubenstein was amazed with his piano skills. His compositions are rich and luscious. A very special hour!
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-07-2024 to 06-07-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 05:00 PM-06:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Chris Burns, Many-StringsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisThe modern organ has excited Bach, American travelers going west, Jimmy Smith, and YouTube stars such as Anna Lapwood! From ancient Greece, to the hand and foot pedal pumps of smaller instruments, to the magnificent Hammond B-3 and complex orchestral pipes of Prince Albert’s Concert Hall organ, this amazing instrument has embraced and enchanted its... read moreThe modern organ has excited Bach, American travelers going west, Jimmy Smith, and YouTube stars such as Anna Lapwood! From ancient Greece, to the hand and foot pedal pumps of smaller instruments, to the magnificent Hammond B-3 and complex orchestral pipes of Prince Albert’s Concert Hall organ, this amazing instrument has embraced and enchanted its audiences. This hour has an historical sequence that will delight and educate!
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-12-2024 to 06-12-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 12:00 PM-01:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Dan Sherman, PhDTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Washington Metro OasisWagner’s Ring Cycle is often seen as a long, dull tale set in a world of German mythology. The Ring has always had its devoted followers (the instructor included) who find it a fascinating work telling a profoundly moving human story. This class will provide information needed to appreciate the Ring, including its sources, its use of interrelated musical... read moreWagner’s Ring Cycle is often seen as a long, dull tale set in a world of German mythology. The Ring has always had its devoted followers (the instructor included) who find it a fascinating work telling a profoundly moving human story. This class will provide information needed to appreciate the Ring, including its sources, its use of interrelated musical themes, and its spectacular range of orchestral effects. The class is designed both for those largely unfamilar with the Ring and also for those who know it well and want to know more.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-21-2024 to 06-21-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 05:00 PM-06:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Chris Burns, Many-StringsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisSergei Rachmaninoff was born outside of St. Petersburg, moved to Italy and then the United States, and finally settled in California….and toured and charmed the world. An expressive genius on the piano, he elevated the piano concerto to symphonic heights. He composed, conducted, and performed, and audiences flocked to see him and experience his musical... read moreSergei Rachmaninoff was born outside of St. Petersburg, moved to Italy and then the United States, and finally settled in California….and toured and charmed the world. An expressive genius on the piano, he elevated the piano concerto to symphonic heights. He composed, conducted, and performed, and audiences flocked to see him and experience his musical charm and virtuosity. This hour features a super star!
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 07-17-2024 to 07-17-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 09:30 AM-11:00 AM Central TimeInstructor: Dan Sherman, PhDTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Washington Metro OasisBorn into the Russian aristocracy, Sergei Rachmaninoff quickly showed gifts as a composer and as a pianist. He went on to a spectacular international career, often performing his own works, including piano concertos that are frequently performed today. This class will review Rachmaninoff’s life and career, demonstrating the range and richness of his work... read moreBorn into the Russian aristocracy, Sergei Rachmaninoff quickly showed gifts as a composer and as a pianist. He went on to a spectacular international career, often performing his own works, including piano concertos that are frequently performed today. This class will review Rachmaninoff’s life and career, demonstrating the range and richness of his work through recordings (including some by Rachmaninoff) and the richness of his compositional style across many genres, combining melody, rich harmony, and dazzling pianism and orchestration.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 07-24-2024 to 07-24-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Kelley GallantTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisThe legendary band, QUEEN has marveled audiences for decades. Come learn about the history, the heartbreak, the fascination with their music, and the emergence of the band after Freddie Mercury. The band has rebranded themselves and is still touring today. Let’s remember Freddie Mercury and listen to some great hits you will know that are still played in... read moreThe legendary band, QUEEN has marveled audiences for decades. Come learn about the history, the heartbreak, the fascination with their music, and the emergence of the band after Freddie Mercury. The band has rebranded themselves and is still touring today. Let’s remember Freddie Mercury and listen to some great hits you will know that are still played in movies and commercials to this day.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 10-16-2024 to 10-16-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Beverly PradoTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisA small group of stars are known only by their first names : Garbo, Valentino, Madonna, and Cher to name a few, but no one is more well-known than Elvis. From his phenomenal rise in the 1950s, he made hit records, appeared in dozens of movies, and was a constant reminder of the rebellion of his generation. His untimely death in 1977 never diminished his... read moreA small group of stars are known only by their first names : Garbo, Valentino, Madonna, and Cher to name a few, but no one is more well-known than Elvis. From his phenomenal rise in the 1950s, he made hit records, appeared in dozens of movies, and was a constant reminder of the rebellion of his generation. His untimely death in 1977 never diminished his popularity. Come and enjoy a program about his life and career with musical and film clips.