Music
From music therapy to private instrument lessons, explore new or favorite musical outlets at Bucks.
Playing the Djembe Drum - Level 1 RMUSC 1194 C01
9/14-10/19 9:00am - 12:00pm
The Traditional Rhythms of West Africa
The Djembe drum is a goblet shaped hand-drum and is said to have been invented in the 12th Century by the Mandinke tribe in what is now West Africa. It has been played by West Africans for generations forming an integral part of ritualistic life in Mali, Guinea, Senegal and other West African countries. You will learn the basics of hand drumming stressing technique and clarity of notes. Drums are also available for purchase and the rental fee can be applied. Please let us know at the time of registration.
Playing the Djembe Drum - Level 2 RMUSC 1198 C01
10/26-12/7 9:00am - 12:00pm
The Traditional Rhythms of West Africa
You will strengthen the skills learned in the first section and add more advanced rhythms and techniques including: Echauffement variations, call variations, and bell parts moving between rhythm parts.
Ethics for Harp Therapists WSMCE 4020 C20
This course will explore the ethical dilemmas inherent in the field of harp therapy. Using the text, The Ethics of Touch, by Ben E. Benjamin, Ph.D. and Cherie Sohnen-Moe, you will learn key terms, read codes of ethics for other fields, understand the
concepts of self-accountability, values, ethical dilemmas and core psychological concepts. Areas to be highlighted are: Boundaries,
Dynamics of Effective Communication, Dual Relationships, and Business Ethics.
GUITAR FOR THE ADULT BEGINNER RMUSC 1168 C01
9/23 - 11/11 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Have you always wanted to learn how to play the guitar? Here is your chance to learn to play chords, simple strumming patterns and easy blues scales to get started. No experience reading music necessary! Must provide own guitar.
Jazz and the Great American Songbook RMUSC 8014 C01
10/1-11/5 1:30 - 3:00pm
Jazz musicians have been fascinated by the music of the Great American Songbook ever since the songs were written, in many cases almost a hundred years ago. In this class we will explore how jazz musicians have used their ideas and creativity to improvise on these songs and create unique musical expressions. Each week we will choose one composer and play different jazz interpretations of selected songs. Come join us as we listen to the music of Irving Berlin, Jerome Kern, George Gershwin, Harold Arlen, Cole Porter, Johnny Mercer, and more! No musical knowledge or previous exposure to jazz is necessary, just an interest in learning more about these exciting, uniquely American art forms.
Meet the Beatles RCEGN 8836 C01
Online option 6 Tuesdays
10/1-11/5 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Beatles’ music is fun and light-hearted, it is serious and cynical, it is frightening and dark; it embraces many preceding genres of music and spins them afresh. Most know the Beatles’ hits but few know the fascinating story that framed their music. Together, we’ll listen to their songs, watch video clips and hear many interviews tracing their early days in Liverpool, to Beatlemania, to the studio years, and finally to their break-up. Along the way, we’ll analyze many of their songs from albums such as Rubber Soul, Revolver, Sgt. Pepper, the White Album and Abbey Road. “The deeper you go, the higher you fly!”
HyFlex class (Zoom) is optional for out of area residents.
Private Lessons
Interested in receiving private lessons? Call us at 215-968-8409 for more information.