Music Video Party!

Fridays During this 4-week class, students will watch, analyze, and critique their favourite music videos. By the end of this series, artists will learn how to get their ideas on paper to share them with potential collaborators!  September 4 – September 25 Workshop Facilitator: Ado Nkemka (A.N.) is a musician and multidisciplinary writer (playwriting, journalism, poetry). Through her work, she interrogates power while improving her relationship […]

Musicianship: Do Re Mi and You

Tuesdays Discover the joy of making music in a welcoming and supportive environment! Inthis class, we will focus on three key areas of music-making: rhythm, intonation (stayingin tune), and solfège singing (using syllables like do, re, mi). Through group activities,songs, games, and movement, you’ll build confidence and develop a stronger sense ofmusical expression. No prior […]

Learn from Legends: Songwriting

Wednesdays Learn from history’s hottest hitmakers in this music analysis class for aspiringsongwriters. We’ll explore songs from many genres, cultures and eras, uncovering whatmakes each one special and captivating. As we listen, we’ll chat about key songwritingconcepts like melody, harmony, rhythm, lyrics and more. Each class will offer a uniqueway to listen, with musical examples […]

Learn Keys in a Breeze

Friddays Explore a wild range of electronic sounds during this 4-week class; students will learn the basics of keyboard (piano), learn some music theory through video, practical application, and discussion, and jam with their peers!  Please note that this class is best suited for artists who:  A keyboard will be provided to artists by the NaAC to use during the class.  About the […]

NaAC Music: One String, One Song

Mondays During this 4-week guitar class, participants will explore a range of songwriting possibilities using one string! Artists will listen to popular 1-string riffs (think “Smoke on the Water”) to inspire their own original compositions.   Please note that this class is best suited for artists who:  A guitar will be provided to artists by the […]