Fall 2010 class schedule for the Joyful Noise Community Music & Arts Center. All classes are held at the First Presbyterian Church (30 Alabama Avenue) unless otherwise noted. The latest classes and schedule can be found on the Classes page of the Joyful Noise website:

Chamber Music Instruction
Chamber music is the art of playing in a small ensemble of mixed instruments (duet, trio, quartet, etc.) with each player on their own unique, individual part. Playing chamber music is a wonderful way to hone all of your musical skills–rhythm, intonation, sight-reading, teamwork, and artistry–while meeting new friends and having a great time. We are looking for violinists, violists, and cellists of all ages and all levels from early intermediate to advanced to collaborate in a fun and challenging environment. We can place you in a group or accommodate a group you already have in mind.
To Register, Contact: Kara Poorbaugh, Instructor
828.551.0854, karafrances@yahoo.com

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Appalachian Music Classes
Have you been playing for a couple of years but don’t have a lot of experience jamming? Bring your songs and instruments and join Natalya Weinstein and other intermediate players to learn how to play in a bluegrass/old-time band setting. We will discuss the roles of the different instruments and work on rhythm, singing, backup and lead playing. Class is open to anyone with a few years experience on their instrument and basic chord knowledge.  Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Classes will be on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 6-7 p.m.
Cost is $10 per class*, no pre-registration required.
*Family discount – $10 for first person, $5 for each additional family member
Contact: Natalya Weinstein, Instructor
828.350.1396, natalyaweinstein@gmail.com

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Drama – Creating a Character: Homeschool Outreach Program
Through a series of theatre games and exercises, students will learn the basics of building a character from the bottom up.  This 10 session course will culminate in the performance of student-developed scenes involving characters created in class. Give your homeschooler group the opportunity to exercise their imaginative muscle, expand their sense of creativity and engage in theatrical play!
Class Details: Classes are available in Asheville, Weaverville and Marshall. The material can be geared toward and incorporate a variety of age groups. This 10-session course will begin the week of September 8 and finish the week of November 8.
Day/Time: available to teach Monday-Wednesday mornings 10-11:30 a.m.
Contact: Rebecca Morris to arrange a class and discuss tuition.
828.215.8738, iamrebeccam@gmail.com.

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Beginner Songwriting
Learn to express yourself through the art of Songwriting!
In this class, we will use examples our favorite songs to explore what makes certain songs great. Working alone and as a group, we will approach Songwriting first through activities such as writing new lyrics to established forms. We will discuss the musical fundamentals of songwriting including melody, chords, form, poetry, and emotional content, and students will be encouraged to present their original songs in the supportive environment of the class. There will be an optional opportunity for public performance of original songs, too. This class is for anyone who has an interest in Songwriting. It is suggested for ages 10 to adult. 
Classes are on Tuesdays: September 7-November 30 from 7-8 p.m. (exclude November 23). 
Cost: $120 per person for 12 classes, payable in two installments of $60 (family discount available)
For questions or registration, contact: Daniel Pac, Instructor
828.649.0692, DanielRPac@gmail.com

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Kids’ Beginner Percussion Class and Jam
This fun class will explore one of the most fundamental elements of music – Rhythm!  Using bells, shakers, rattles, drums, our bodies, and stuff from around the house, children will learn the basics of making exciting percussion music together. This class will focus on basic drumming technique and musical communication. We will learn several traditional rhythms from around the world, and each class will have a Jam where we’ll get to make up our own rhythms together. A collection of percussion instruments will be provided, and students are encouraged to bring whatever they can from home.
No experience necessary! This class is suggested for ages 6-13. 
Classes are on Tuesdays: September 7-November 30 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. (exclude November 23)
Cost: $40 per month (family discount available)
For questions or registration, contact: Daniel Pac, Instructor
828.649.0692, DanielRPac@gmail.com

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Beginning Bluegrass/Old-Time/Folk Guitar
This is a beginning guitar class for folks interested in learning basic guitar chords, alternating bass notes, and backing up a lead instrument. This will be a great class for people interested in playing at acoustic jams or for those of you with children learning a lead instrument who you would like to back up on guitar.  We will learn open guitar chords, discuss basic changes, and work on backing up a few well-known fiddle tunes. 
Classes will be every other Thursday from 5:30-6:15 p.m. beginning September 9. 
Cost is $80 for the semester (8 weeks, through Dec. 16).  Pre-registration is required as we will be building on skills learned each week.
To register, contact: Stacy Claude, Instructor
828.713.4641, stacyclaude@gmail.com 

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Beginning Drawing for Adults
Group Rate: $15/hour plus supplies
This class explores the elements of drawing and composition using a variety of subjects and techniques. Learn how to see and to draw what you see.
Meets every other Monday, beginning September 13 from 4-5:30 p.m.

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Traditional Hand Quilting
Group Rate: $15/hour plus supplies
Learn the traditional way of making a quilt by hand. Participants will complete a 36″x36″ sampler quilt using a variety of hand-sewing techniques and patterns.
Meets every other Monday, beginning September 13 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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New! Visual Arts Curriculum/Workshops for Home School Groups
Group Rate: Contact instructor for details
Let Joyful Noise provide a visual arts curriculum for your home school group.  We are offing a visual arts/crafts overview this year, including lessons on drawing, color and design, fiber (weaving and basketry), art history, collage and much more. AND – we will come to you!
Dates, times and locations TBD.
To Register, Contact: Lynda Sondles
828.775.2499, LyndaSondles@gmail.com

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Kindermusik
Kindermusik Our Time (for 18 months to 3 1/2 years) Fridays 10-10:45 a.m.
Kindermusik Village (for newborn to 18 months) Fridays 11-11:45 a.m
Kindermusik Fall Semester of 15 weeks begins September 17
No classes on Nov. 26, Dec. 24 and 31. Last class of fall semester Jan. 14.
Tuition for fall semester is $250.
To Register or for a free preview class, Contact: Yvette Odell
828.242.1548, singandtwirl@gmail.com

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About Joyful Noise
Joyful Noise is a non-profit community arts center that serves Buncombe and Madison Counties. Their mission is to provide quality arts experiences that inspire creativity, cultivate connections to regional cultural heritage, and enrich the lives of all members of the community.  For more information and a full class schedule visit the website at www.joyfulnoisecenter.org or call (828) 649.2828.

Joyful Noise Community Music and Arts Center will hold their Fall Recital on Sunday, November 8, 2009 at the First Presbyterian Church (30 Alabama Avenue).  Info from the Joyful Noise e-newsletter:

Our Fall Recital is coming up on Sunday, November 8, 2009, at the First Presbyterian Church of Weaverville.  I hope you all can attend!  There will be two instrumental recitals taking place in the Sanctuary, one at 3 p.m. and one at 4:30 p.m. In between, kind members of the First Presbyterian will once again be providing a reception in the Fellowship Hall.  During this time (4 p.m.) students of the Dance program will perform for us. Come out and support the students of Joyful Noise!

First Baptist Church (63 North Main Street ) is hosting a Father-Daughter Valentine’s Dance on Friday, February 13, 7-8:30 p.m.:

This event celebrates the special relationship fathers have with their daughters. It is a fun way to show what it really means to be loved, honored and cherished. All daughters, young and old, are invited to bring their dads, uncles or granddads to a night of fun and food! Men, even if you can’t dance, just come and twirl a girl, clap your hands and have some fun! As a means of outreach, invite others to this special event. Light refreshments will be served.

Joyful Noise Community Music and Arts Center has announced their winter 2009 class offerings.  Here’s what they have scheduled:

Appalachian Arts
Cary Fridley’s Traditional Appalachian Music Workshops are continuing in 2009, with Appalachian Ballad Singing and Old-Time Guitar/Bass, alternating on Monday nights. Workshops are held at the First Presbyterian Church (30 Alabama Avenue ). Ballad Singing is on the first and third Mondays and Guitar/Bass is on the second and fourth Mondays from 7-8 p.m. Workshop fees are $10/workshop. Before each workshop there is a student slow jam open to the community with instruction from 6-7 p.m. Fee is $5.  Individual lessons are also available with Cary to learn guitar, bass, flute, singing, and banjo. Email joyfulnoisceartcenter@gmail.com for information about prices and scheduling.

Musical Mornings with Mommy and Me
This new musical offering will be a creative 5-week course, Habitats Around the World, Part II, one hour each week that will include music, movement and laughter. Habitats Around the World will explore different sounds and music heard within different regions in our country and around the globe.  The total cost is $65 for a 5-week class, for ages 2-4. Please add an additional $25 per sibling to the total cost of the class. Classes will begin late January at Weaverville United Methodist Church (85 North Main Street ). Please call for details on class dates and times or with general questions. For information contact Cynthia Roop at croop@mhc.edu or 319-7077.

Sole Impact Dance Classes
Dance classes being offered this winter are beginning Irish/clogging for kids, beginning clogging for adults, intermediate clogging for kids, and intermediate clogging for teens and adults.  Classes are held Monday evenings at the First Presbyterian Church (30 Alabama Avenue ) from approximately January 5 through mid-May.  Class times are:  Beginning Irish/clogging for kids, 5:15-6 pm; Beginning Clogging for Adults, 6-6:45 p.m.; Intermediate clogging for kids, 6:45-7:30; Intermediate clogging for teens and adults, 7:30-8:15 p.m.  Cost is $10 per class, or $8 per class for current Joyful Noise students and family members. For information contact Heidi at 319-7202.

Traditional Hand Quilting
Learn the traditional way of making a quilt by hand. Participants will complete a 32″x32″ sampler quilt using a variety of hand-sewing techniques and patterns. (Supplies are not included – a supply list will be provided upon registration.) The class is $12 per session, begins on Tuesday, January 20, 2009 and meets every other Tuesday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the library at First Presbyterian Church (30 Alabama Avenue ). Instructor Lynda Sondles is a multi-media artist whose colorful and vibrant quilts, baskets and pastel drawings are in private collections throughout the country. Lynda works out of her studio near Weaverville, where the mountain colors and landscapes provide continual inspiration for her work. For more information or to sign up, contact Lynda at 775-2499 or LyndaSondles@gmail.com.

For information about any of the classes or about Joyful Noise, contact 649-2828 or joyfulnoiseartscenter@gmail.com.

Joyful Noise Community Music and Arts Center has 5 new classes beginning this Fall:

Announcing new courses and new teaching locations for the Joyful Noise Community Music and Arts Center. In addition to private lessons and traditional dance classes currently offered in Weaverville at the First Presbyterian Church, Joyful Noise will now have teaching locations in Marshall and Woodfin, and will be starting classes in Kindermusik, Appalachian Music, and Traditional Dance this fall. Joyful Noise is also accepting students for private lessons on violin, viola, cello, piano, flute, guitar, banjo, fiddle, bass and voice.

Kindermusik Classes
For ages 6 months to 3 years
Location: Weaverville United Methodist Church
Contact: Cynthia Roop, 319-7077, croop@mhc.edu

Flatfoot Clogging and Irish Step Dance Classes
Beginner, intermediate and advanced levels.
Contact: Heidi Kulas, 319-7202, cloggerina@charter.net

Appalachian Ballad Singing
Alternating Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church, Weaverville
Contact: Cary Fridley, MMA, 337-6467, caryfridley@gmail.com

Old-time Rhythm Guitar and Bass
Alternating Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church, Weaverville
Contact: Cary Fridley, MMA, 337-6467, caryfridley@gmail.com

Appalachian Slow Jam
Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church, Weaverville
Contact: Cary Fridley, MMA, 337-6467, caryfridley@gmail.com

About Joyful Noise
Joyful Noise is a non-profit community arts center that serves Buncombe and Madison Counties. Their mission is to provide quality arts experiences that inspire creativity, cultivate connections to regional cultural heritage, and enrich the lives of all members of the community.

For more information about private lessons, please contact the director of Joyful Noise, Dr. Gina Caldwell, 649-2828, gina_m_caldwell@yahoo.com

From the Joyful Noise Music and Arts Center:

Joyful Noise Music and Arts Center is offering clogging and Irish step dance classes at beginning and Intermediate levels starting in June. Classes take place at 30 Alabama Avenue in Weaverville.

Mondays – Intermediate Level Classes

• 5:30 p.m. – Kids clogging ages 5-9
• 6:30 p.m. – Irish step
• 7:30 p.m. – Clogging ages 10 through adult.

Tuesdays – Beginning Level Classes

• 5:30 p.m. – Kids clogging ages 5-9
• 6:30 p.m. – Irish step
• 7:30 p.m. – Clogging ages 10 through adult

Each hour long class is $12 per class. There will also be a week long intensive summer camp July 14-19 offering several forms of traditional percussive dance. Please contact Dance Program director Heidi Kulas for more information at 410-212-3215 or cloggerina@charter.net.