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FCC Guitar Ensemble
From Bach to Bluegrass, this group will explore the masterworks for the classic
and mixed guitar ensemble. Come join the fun of playing in duets, trios, quartets,
and larger groups. This course is designed for students with some note reading
experience, playing in first position, and reading basic rhythmic patterns. Students
must provide their own instrument.
MUS131 | 19.5 hours | $145 fee
INSTRUCTOR: Mark Edwards
3449 F 5:30–7pm 2/10–5/12* FCC/F109
*No class 3/31.
FCC Handbell Choir
Meet fellow music lovers by experiencing the joys and challenges of Handbell Choir.
This group is open to adult and student musicians of all ages. Prior participation in
a music ensemble (choir or instrumental group) is required; music reading skills are
also required, especially the ability to count and read rhythms. The group will explore
several bell and choir chime techniques through a wide variety of music from
different time periods. Performance in on campus recital and other appearances in
the community.
MUS132 | 19.5 hours | $145 fee
INSTRUCTOR: Barbara Scheffter
3441 W 5:30–7:00pm 2/8–5/10* FCC/F105
*No class 3/29.
FCC JazzWorkshop: Introduction
This class is for those who are beginning their exploration of the world of Jazz.
Discover the language of jazz improvisation and learn techniques for using jazz
harmony and rhythms in an ensemble setting. Students should already be able
to read music, play major scales on their instruments and possess some basic
knowledge of music theory application on your instrument. All instrumentalists
welcome—any instrument you like to groove on!
MUS133 | 26 hours | $159 fee
INSTRUCTOR: Anita Thomas
3331 M 7:30–9:30pm 2/6–5/8* FCC/F145
*No class 3/27.
FCC JazzWorkshop: Advanced
Be part of the advanced FCC jazz workshop. This class is a continuation of beginner
jazz workshop. As students will work on more complex songs and harmonic
concepts they must be able to read music, play all major and minor scales on their
instrument and already have knowledge of music theory including scales, arpeggios
and chord symbols used in jazz. Previous experience in jazz ensemble playing is
necessary. All instrumentalists welcome—any instrument you like to groove on!
MUS134 | 26 hours | $159 fee
INSTRUCTOR: Anita Thomas
3330 M 5–7pm 2/6–5/8* FCC/F145
*No class 3/27.
JOIN AN ENSEMBLE
Participating in an ensemble is a unique and valuable opportunity. Using and
expanding upon techniques learned in private lessons, players of all ages gain a
special sense of motivation, camaraderie, and accomplishment while preparing for
and then performing in an on-campus community concert.
FCC Jazz Ensemble
Join FCC’s Jazz Ensemble and perform the best in big-band jazz. (Some prior
experience in ensemble playing necessary.) Guest artists jam with the group and
outside engagements bring additional chances to perform.
MUS100 | 32.5 hours | $159 fee
INSTRUCTOR: Howard Burns
3443 W 7:45–10:10pm 2/8–5/10* FCC/F109
*No class 3/29.
FCC Flute Ensemble
An FCC favorite, this ensemble has been producing memorable concerts for over 15
years. This group enjoys playing a variety of styles from classical favorites to jazz and
world folk music, incorporating a full range of voices from piccolo to alto and bass
flutes. Join us, as we celebrate our flute community. The class is open to both young
musicians and adults at intermediate to advanced levels.
MUS118 | 19.5 hours | $145 fee
INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Rundlett
3440 W 7:45–9:15pm 2/8–5/10* FCC/F105
*No class 3/29.
FCCWind Ensemble
Join FCC ’s Wind Ensemble and play great original concert band music by leading
composers, and transcriptions of classics and standards. The class is open to college
and community players with previous experience in high school or college/
university bands, and to high school band players, with the director’s permission.
Solo opportunities are available to qualified players. Even if you haven’t played
recently, join the band and improve along with us!
MUS123 | 32.5 hours | $159 fee
INSTRUCTOR: Aaron Lovely
3445 W 6:30–9pm 2/8–5/10* FCC/F145
*No class 3/29.
FCC Percussion Ensemble
FCC’s Percussion Ensemble takes full advantage of FCC’s Percussion Studio and
its vast array of instruments. The Ensemble is open to all musicians with a love
of percussion. In addition to performing standard percussion repertoire and
transcriptions of rock, jazz, and popular music, the group explores percussion music
from around the world. Ability to read music required. Previous ensemble experience
on drums, keyboard, or auxiliary percussion recommended, but not required.
MUS126 | 19.5 hours | $145 fee
INSTRUCTOR: Gregory Herron
3332 M 6:30–8pm 2/6–5/19 FCC/F146
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