One Half Step at a Time

Mondays Learn every musical scale by using one formula (well, kind of)!   During this 4-week class, students will learn the “whole step, half step” formula they can use to play major and minor scales on the keyboard without needing to memorize what notes (C, D, E, F, G, A, B, etc.) belong to each scale.  Teaching will primarily be achieved using the following combination of tools:  Please note, this class is best suited for artists who:  While […]

Introductory Voice & Singing

Tuesdays Get to know your own unique voice, in your own unique body!   A gentle, supportive and fun introduction to voice and singing.  Participants will be guided through the basics of breathing and airflow, learn how to generate volume without hurting their voice, and experience techniques for regulating the nervous system so that singing ‘in-tune’ becomes much easier.  […]

Intro to Guitar

Mondays During this 4-week class, students will learn the basics of guitar in a group setting, explore music theory, and jam with their peers!  Please note that this class is best suited for artists who:  A guitar will be provided to artists by the NaAC. About the Facilitator: Ado Nkemka Ado Nkemka (A.N.) is a musician and multidisciplinary writer (playwriting, journalism, poetry). Through her […]

Canceled NaAC Music: Loop Lab

Tuesdays This hands-on program introduces artists to the exciting world of loop-based music production. Participants will explore the building blocks of beats and melodies by experimenting with digital loops, rhythms, […]

Introductory Voice & Singing

Tuesdays Get to know your own unique voice, in your own unique body!   A gentle, supportive and fun introduction to voice and singing.  Participants will be guided through the basics of breathing and […]

Learn How to Learn

Mondays During this 4-week class, students will learn how to learn, through informative video content, taking part in group games and challenges (that center around music theory and pop culture), and discussions with their peers!  This class is for […]