Larry Williams, Director
larryw@peabody.jhu.edu

The Adult and Continuing Education program (ACE) is designed to provide enrichment to adults in the community who seek opportunities to feed the mind, body, and spirit. Through its programs, we hope to build a community of lifelong learners who both appreciate and practice the creative arts.

Individual Instruction

Individual instruction is available to adults of all experience levels—from beginners through the most advanced levels of study. Lessons are scheduled on an individual basis and are contingent upon teacher availability. Students enrolled in individual instruction are required to have a practice instrument available. Tuition is based on a sixteen-week semester. Late registration/missed lessons are not prorated. To register for individual instruction by instrument, please see the relevant department page for course codes by instrument and length of lesson.

Placement for Students New to Independent Study

Students must send in their completed registration form with $50 registration fee indicating their intent and need to be placed. Registered students will then be contacted by the Preparatory Office to set up a placement appointment, if applicable. New students are placed on a first come, first served basis. Due to limited space, registration before August 20 is strongly recommended.

New Student? Request information or Register

Group Classes Fall/Spring 2011-2012

Dance

Evening Classes for Teens and Adults in Ballet and Contemporary Dance

Guitar

Beginner Steel String Guitar
Classical Guitar Workshop
Guitar Ensemble
Guitar for Adults

Computer Music

Computer Music – Pro Tools 101

Harp

Harp Ensemble

Jazz

Jazz Ensembles
Jazz Theory and Arranging

Piano

Piano Play-Ins for Adults

Strings

Pedagogy Master Classes and Teacher Workshops
Violin for Adults
Beginner Cello (Levels 1 & 2) and Cello 1 & 2 for Adults
String Play-Ins for Adults

Theory

Jazz Theory and Arranging
Music Theory Fundamentals (for Adults)
Harmony
Form and Analysis

Voice

Basics of Singing 3
Opera Ensemble

Woodwinds

Flute Choir

Chamber Music for Adults - Strings and Piano

Are you an aspiring adult amateur chamber musician looking for others like yourself to make music with? Perhaps you played seriously when you were younger and are looking to reconnect with music after choosing another career path? Whether you are an advanced musician with chamber music experience or an intermediate player with less experience, this course is designed to match you with others of similar level to learn classical repertoire.

This course consists of a weekly coaching and a private rehearsal. Individuals and pre-formed groups are encouraged to apply. Each group will consist of a minimum of three players (string quartet, piano trio, etc.). Private study at the Preparatory is not a prerequisite for participation. Prior to placement, students will submit their schedules to the coordinator who will place them in a group, assign a coach, and identify coaching and rehearsal times.

Placement requirements

Please contact the Downtown Preparatory office at 410-234-4630 for more details and to schedule a placement interview with Barbara Schneider.

New Student? Request information or Register

NEW! Cuban Salsa Dancing

This ten-week class features Cuban-style Salsa, a beautiful and lively, group form of Salsa dancing. It was featured in the movie Dance With Me starring Vanessa Williams. The dance is done by couples in a circle, with frequent partner exchanges so everyone dances with everyone else. The moves range from simple to elaborate, and the group nature of the dance adds to the class spirit. The moves can be done by one couple dancing Salsa as well as in the group formation. Cuban Salsa blends the fun of dancing with the spirit of a team sport. This class will address all levels from beginner to advanced. The last class each semester will feature a special event. Individuals and partners are welcome to enroll. No previous salsa dancing experience required. Minimum of 8 students. 

Canceled for Spring 2012

Cuban Salsa Dancing Dress Code
Students should feel free to wear comfortable clothing. Guidance on footwear will be given in the first class.

Please direct all questions regarding Cuban Salsa Dancing classes, placement and dress code to instructor Barbara Bernstein at 301-464-6244 or email barbBtalks@aol.com. For more information about Cuban Salsa Dancing, please visit danceintime.com.

Students are welcome to enroll in consecutive or multiple sessions.