Performing Arts
Barbershop Belles & Beaux
Every Friday at 2:00pm-4:00pmNext Meeting: Friday, May 24, 2013 at 2:00pm
Details:
No longer limited to those of the female persuasion, Beaux have been added to Belles to enhance our bass and tenor notes. Anyone interested in having fun singing Barbershop harmony, please join us, men and women.
Members only.
Location: Senior Center
Contact: June Andrews (434) 823-4956
Fee: free
Beginning Tap
Every Wednesday at 11:00am-12:00pmNext Meeting: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at 11:00am
Details:
Learning this fun art form provides great physical and mental exercise—and you can work your way up to the Silver Steppers if you enjoy performing.
Click here for Silver Steppers.
Open to all.
Location: Senior Center
Contact: Bonnie Williams, Instructor 434.973.3408
Drama Club/Encore Players
Every Tuesday at 2:30pm-4:30pmNext Meeting: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at 2:30pm
Details:
A diverse group that meets weekly to read and discuss monologues and one-act plays by famous playwrights as well as original works by members. We stage a spring and fall show at the Center, and sometimes take the show on the road to perform for community groups.
Members only.
Location: Senior Center
Fee: free
First-Wind Band
Every Wednesday at 10:30am-11:30amNext Meeting: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at 10:30am
June 26, 2013 - August 7, 2013Details:
Are you envious of those fine Second-Wind Band musicians? Do you want to learn to play an instrument? Here’s the perfect place to start! This entry-level group is for those who have no musical experience, who want to brush up old skills at a slower pace, or who love to play but don’t feel compelled to tackle more challenging pieces. Just sign up at the front desk, register online, or contact the band director.
Open to all.
Location: Senior Center
Contact: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Sing-Along
3rd Wednesday of the month at 3:00pm-4:00pmNext Meeting: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at 3:00pm
Details:
If you enjoy belting out fun tunes, come join in. Each month features a theme that fits with the season. Pianist Tom Hurlburt says, “If you’re too busy to take time for music, then you’re too busy!” Music has been found to reduce anxiety, depression, and chronic pain without the high cost of most other therapies!
Members only.
Location: Senior Center
Fee: free
Still Sharp Singers
Every Friday at 1:00pm-2:30pmNext Meeting: Friday, May 24, 2013 at 1:00pm
Details:
Love music? Love to sing four-part harmony? Want to meet fun people? There is always room for more voices in our men’s and women’s chorus, directed by local music teacher Michael D’antoni.
No auditions necessary.
The group will not meet in August. Rehearsals resume on September 7th
Register at the Center’s front desk by phone or in person.
Members only.
Location: Senior Center
Contact: Dorothy Richards 434.973.5713
Fee: free
The Flashbacks
Every Friday at 10:45am-12:45pmNext Meeting: Friday, May 24, 2013 at 10:45am
Details:
One of only two Virginia-based New Horizons Band Project (NHBP) bands, a project that promotes lifelong learning through music and boasts over 100 bands, this 22-member jazz ensemble is under the direction of Greg Vaughn. Their classic swinging sounds can be heard at the Center and throughout the region at public events and private parties. Guests are welcome to visit practices. Need a band for a special event? Contact the director to see if we fit the bill!
The Flashbacks are currently enjoying a winter break and will resume in February. (But don’t let that keep you from practicing!)
Members only.
Location: Senior Center
Contact: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
The Second-Wind Band
Every Tuesday at 10:45am-12:45pmNext Meeting: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at 10:45am
Details:
Want to be a musician? We can make your dream come true with serious fun! Organized in 1994, this is one of only two Virginia-based New Horizons Band Project (NHBP) bands—a project that promotes lifelong learning through music and boasts over 100 senior citizen bands. Greg Vaughn directs a group of 60 players, most of whom had either never played an instrument or hadn’t played since their school days. The repertoire includes classical, show tunes, patriotic, and holiday music. Along with community performances, the band’s schedule includes two annual concerts at the Center. Guests are welcome to visit practices.
We are recruiting new members. All abilities welcome. Call the front desk for information.
Members only.
Location: Senior Center
Contact: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 434.466.4503