College Music

College Music
Enrich your life with college level music classes at LaGuardia – learn an instrument or develop your voice.
LaGuardia’s College Music classes are open to the public on a non-credit basis at a special fee of $320 per course.

Decisions on class size are made early, so register in advance.

Alternate days and times for college classes are sometimes available for Continuing Education students. For more information call (718) 482-7244.

COURSES
Introduction to Music
This course is designed to develop an understanding and appreciation of various forms of music. Emphasis will be placed on the elements of musical organization, expression and style. Students will gain understanding by listening to selections and by discussing significant features of musical compositions from the Middle Ages to the present time.
Mon, Wed & Thurs 6/22/2020 8/6/2020 9:15-11:30 $320 A02HUM101A
Mon & Wed 6/22/2020 8/5/2020 1:00-4:25 $320 A02HUM101B
Guitar I
Learn the fundamentals of acoustic guitar technique: strumming/picking technique, correct fingerings, and tuning the guitar. Explore the rudiments of music (types of notes, note values, time signatures, chord structure and scales) and learn to read and perform simple guitar melodies/chords. You do not need previous guitar instruction. Guitars will be provided.
Mon, Tues & Thurs 6/22/2020 8/7/2020 11:00-1:00 $320 A02HUM170A
REQUIREMENTS

Prerequisites

In general, in order to take a Level II course or beyond, you must have passed the previous level or an exemption exam. Call (718) 482-7244 for details.

COURSES