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• Brass instruments with Dr. Kevin McKinney July

  • Start
    Wed, July 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Fri, July 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Brass instruments with Dr. Kevin McKinney July
  

  Improve your playing with better embouchure, technique, reading, efficient practice, and musicianship. Detailed curriculum based on student’s needs and goals. Get better fast! Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  A message from Dr. Kevin McKinney (Click here)

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8odTXSblaM

  
  

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• Beginning Guitar with Dr. Kevin McKinney July

  • Start
    Wed, July 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Fri, July 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Beginning Guitar with Dr. Kevin McKinney July
  

  Learn to play guitar and to read standard notation at the same time!  Systematic, time-tested approach makes it easy.  No book needed; teacher will provide lesson sheets to download and print. Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  A message from Dr. Kevin McKinney (Click here)

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8odTXSblaM

  
  

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• Songwriting/Composition with Dr. Kevin McKinney July

  • Start
    Wed, July 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Fri, July 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Songwriting/Composition with Dr. Kevin McKinney July
  

  Learn to write your own songs, or sharpen your existing skills.  Create lyrics, chords, beats, or melodies as unique as you are.  All skill levels welcome. Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  A message from Dr. Kevin McKinney (Click here)

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8odTXSblaM

  
  

  
  

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• Musicianship with Dr Kevin McKinney July

  • Start
    Wed, July 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Fri, July 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Musicianship with Dr Kevin McKinney July
  

  Build the ability to recognize and understand basic elements of music; learn to read notation and to “see what you hear, and hear what you see.”  You’ll sing from notation, play games that sharpen your sense of rhythm, and learn the language of music.  May be combined with basic keyboard or guitar. Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  A message from Dr. Kevin McKinney (Click here)

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8odTXSblaM

  
  

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• Music Theory I with Dr. Kevin McKinney July

  • Start
    Wed, July 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Fri, July 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Music Theory I with Dr. Kevin McKinney July
  

  Learn the fundamental building blocks of music!  Notation of pitch and rhythm, scales, intervals, chords, basic harmony.  Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  A message from Dr. Kevin McKinney (Click here)

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8odTXSblaM

  
  

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• Music theory II with Dr. Kevin McKinney July

  • Start
    Wed, July 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Fri, July 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Music theory II with Dr. Kevin McKinney July
  

  Harmony, part-writing, counterpoint, arranging.  Learn how to put different parts together to create a greater whole.  Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  A message from Dr. Kevin McKinney (Click here)

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8odTXSblaM

  
  

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• Voice Lessons with Amanda Britt July

  • Start
    Mon, July 06, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Fri, July 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Voice Lessons with Amanda Britt July
  

  Amanda Britt is a graduate of Winthrop University. She studied Opera, Musical Theatre and Classical Music. Amanda has been performing in shows at the AC for 4 years and teaches several Musical Theatre classes for all ages. She has been the musical director for the AC’s children’s shows for the last 4 years. Amanda is also available to teach music theory. Classes are paid for by the month. The teacher will contact students as to days and times once they have registered. (ages 8 to adult)
  

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• Beginning Piano with Dr. Kevin McKinney July

  • Start
    Mon, July 06, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Fri, July 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Beginning Piano with Dr. Kevin McKinney July
  

  Learn to play piano and to read standard notation at the same time!  Systematic, time-tested approach makes it easy.  No book needed; teacher will provide lesson sheets to download and print. Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  A message from Dr. Kevin McKinney (Click here)

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8odTXSblaM

  
  

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• Solo Zoom Musical with Amanda Britt, 13 and up

  • Start
    Mon, July 06, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Tue, August 11, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    12 sessions
  • Location
    online

  Register

  

  Solo Zoom Musical with Amanda Britt, 13 and up
  

  During this class you will sing songs right from home! You will do research and learn about your song and show. You will create costumes, props and sets from what you can find at home. We will work on the emotional connection between the character and the words or the moments in the songs you choose! Depending on the number of students we will have half meet on Monday and half on Tuesday! The show will end with a recital to be determined!
  Monday and Tuesday (6 weeks and a "show")7 pm to 8 pm
  Aged 13 and up
  

  
  

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• How to Read Music All ages with Amanda Britt

  • Start
    Sun, July 12, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Sun, August 16, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Online

  Register

  
  

  How to Read Music All ages with Amanda Britt
  

  In this class you will learn how to read music. We will cover everything from basic music theory to how to find your notes on the piano. Knowing how to read music is very important if you want to be in a musical or a choir. It is also important for anyone interested in music. This is for all levels of readers. Some of this will be a review for some and brand new for others! Sunday (6 weeks) 6pm to 7pm

  
  

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• Earth Friendly Music with Helen Walker Ages 6-10

  • Start
    Mon, July 13, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Mon, August 17, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Earth Friendly Music with Helen Walker Ages 6-10
  

  Look no further than your recycling bin to find the materials that you need to create your own musical instruments. Join Helen Walker to make beautiful music while saving the planet!

  Six week class Ages 6-10 

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• Fairytale Puppet Theatre with Amanda Britt, 7 and up

  • Start
    Tue, July 14, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Thu, August 06, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    Onlline

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  Fairytale Puppet Theatre with Amanda Britt, 7 and up
  

  Join us as we bring your favorite fairytales to life with homemade puppets! During this class we will be making our own puppets to tell the Little Red Riding Hood, The 3 Little Pigs and Goldilocks and the 3 Bears! We will make sock puppets, popsicle puppets, paper plate puppets, and paper bag puppets! You will need to purchase some supplies from Dollar Tree! If your child is interested please email amandaellenbritt@gmail.com and I can send you the supply list! Tuesday and Thursday (4 weeks final show) 11am to 12pm
  Ages 7 and up

  
  

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• Music Technology with Helen Walker Ages 9+

  • Start
    Tue, July 14, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Tue, August 18, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    online

  Register

  

  Music Technology with Helen Walker Ages 9+
  

  This class will teach you how to create and use a web based account for musical composition. Join Grammy Awards, Music Educator finalist Helen Walker to learn how to bring your music to the world! Six week class 
  

  Ages 9 +  

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• ART FOR KIDS with Jess Age 4-7 Summer

  • Start
    Wed, July 15, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Wed, August 19, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    online
  • Spaces left
    9

  Register

  
  

  ART FOR KIDS with Jess Age 4-7 Summer
  

  The main goal for this class is to get students ages 4-7 to love art! We will look at the basic concepts of art, practice basic art skills, use various art mediums, learn about famous artists and feel successful at being an artist ! After all, a famous artist named Picasso, once said, “Every child is an artist.” And he should know! This is an six weeks online class.  The teacher will be in touch with the students/parents to let then know when and where to find the lessons once you have registered.

  
  

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• Monologues from Home with Amanda Britt, 9 and up

  • Start
    Wed, July 15, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Wed, August 12, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Monologues from Home with Amanda Britt, 9 and up
  

  During this class we will talk about Monologues and how to find and choose the right one for yourself. We will also discuss Shakespearean Monologues and use them for performances and practice.  The participants will perform their monologues during an ending recital. Their costumes, props, and set will be made using the materials from home! Wednesday (5 weeks and show) 6pm to 7pm
  

  
  

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• Beginner Line Dancing with Helen Walker Ages 7+

  • Start
    Wed, July 15, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Wed, August 19, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Beginner Line Dancing with Helen Walker Ages 7+
  

  Time to get moving! Line dancing is a fun easy way to get some exercise and have fun! Six week class 

  Ages 7+ 

  See the fun you could be having on video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reM4etEzwbg

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• Auditions for the Future with Amanda Britt – All ages

  • Start
    Thu, July 16, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Thu, August 06, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Online

  Register

  
  

  Auditions for the Future with Amanda Britt – All ages
  

  In this Zoom class we will discuss how to audition for plays, musicals, and tv commercials. We will discuss content, what to wear, what to say, and more. Learning to audition is so important. Some people audition for plays and musicals and some will audition for college music scholarships or theatre scholarships. Learning how to do it will help everyone be prepared for their auditions! Thursday (4 weeks) 6pm to 7pm

  
  

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• Creating a Self Portrait with Lori Isom

  • Start
    Thu, July 16, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Thu, August 20, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Online

  Register

  
  

  Creating a Self Portrait with Lori Isom
  

  Learn the basics of creating a self-portrait. We'll be using charcoal sticks (to make learning how to shade easy), and white Bristol paper.

  6 weeks (30 minute sessions). Class size 4-10 students; Ages 13 and up. Instructor will be in contact to provide links for the class once you have registered.

  
  

  Click for video for a message from Lori Isom!

  
  

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• Project: Photo with Richard Kiraly (July)

  • Start
    Sat, July 18, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Sat, August 08, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Online

  Register

  

  Project: Photo with Richard Kiraly

  This series is for Ages 10 through Adult.

  Your Mission: To have fun and to be creative! In this project-based online series, you will receive weekly missions for focused studies of specific subject matter that will build your basic photography skills!

  Entry-Level Class: designed to be fun and interactive - students work independently (parental supervision recommended for minors).

  Photography Building Blocks will be established in Session one through four (July 18-Aug 8). 

  Each session will focus on one single theme, technique, or subject. Students will be given a photo assignment weekly and will take the whole week to complete a final piece or pieces. Sessions will be a live online (Zoom) session, which will include a presentation and review of the piece(s), discussion, and constructive critique, followed by a new Mission.

  Each session is designed to be modular so that students can take on a single project, or a series of projects. Pricing is available per-class or per-four week session. Can't make the LIVE Session time slot? Purchase the Single-Class option for access to the recorded sessions at your convenience. Projects will continue indefinitely as long as there is interest.
  

  All equipment is allowed. There are no special supplies or equipment required other than access to a portable camera such as a cell phone, laptop, instant, film, digital, or video camera. This series is for ages 10 and up.
  

  Richard Kiraly is a photographer who's primary goal is to celebrate and document the Arts in all of its forms. A South Carolina resident since 2001, he has worked with Town Theatre, Trustus Theatre, and The Arts Center of Kershaw County to spotlight theatrical art and artists from all over the state and beyond.

  
  

  
  

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• Brass instruments with Dr. Kevin McKinney August

  • Start
    Sat, August 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Mon, August 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Brass instruments with Dr. Kevin McKinney August
  

  Improve your playing with better embouchure, technique, reading, efficient practice, and musicianship. Detailed curriculum based on student’s needs and goals. Get better fast! Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  
  

  Show details
• Songwriting/Composition with Dr. Kevin McKinney August

  • Start
    Sat, August 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Mon, August 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Songwriting/Composition with Dr. Kevin McKinney August
  

  Learn to write your own songs, or sharpen your existing skills.  Create lyrics, chords, beats, or melodies as unique as you are.  All skill levels welcome. Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  
  

  
  

  Show details
• Beginning Guitar with Dr. Kevin McKinney August

  • Start
    Sat, August 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Mon, August 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Beginning Guitar with Dr. Kevin McKinney August
  

  Learn to play guitar and to read standard notation at the same time!  Systematic, time-tested approach makes it easy.  No book needed; teacher will provide lesson sheets to download and print. Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  
  

  Show details
• Music Theory II with Dr. Kevin McKinney August

  • Start
    Sat, August 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Mon, August 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Music Theory II with Dr. Kevin McKinney August
  

  Harmony, part-writing, counterpoint, arranging.  Learn how to put different parts together to create a greater whole.  Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  
  

  Show details
• Music Theory I with Dr. Kevin McKinney August

  • Start
    Sat, August 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Mon, August 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Music Theory I with Dr. Kevin McKinney August
  

  Learn the fundamental building blocks of music!  Notation of pitch and rhythm, scales, intervals, chords, basic harmony.  Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  
  

  Show details
• Musicianship with Dr Kevin McKinney August

  • Start
    Sat, August 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Mon, August 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Musicianship with Dr Kevin McKinney August
  

  Build the ability to recognize and understand basic elements of music; learn to read notation and to “see what you hear, and hear what you see.”  You’ll sing from notation, play games that sharpen your sense of rhythm, and learn the language of music.  May be combined with basic keyboard or guitar. Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  
  

  Show details
• Beginning Piano with Dr. Kevin McKinney August

  • Start
    Sat, August 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Mon, August 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Beginning Piano with Dr. Kevin McKinney August
  

  Learn to play piano and to read standard notation at the same time!  Systematic, time-tested approach makes it easy.  No book needed; teacher will provide lesson sheets to download and print. Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  A message from Dr. Kevin McKinney (Click here)

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8odTXSblaM

  
  

  Show details
• Voice Lessons with Amanda Britt August

  • Start
    Sat, August 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Mon, August 31, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Voice Lessons with Amanda Britt August
  

  Amanda Britt is a graduate of Winthrop University. She studied Opera, Musical Theatre and Classical Music. Amanda has been performing in shows at the AC for 4 years and teaches several Musical Theatre classes for all ages. She has been the musical director for the AC’s children’s shows for the last 4 years. Amanda is also available to teach music theory. Classes are paid for by the month. The teacher will contact students as to days and times once they have registered. (ages 8 to adult)
  

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• Project: Photo with Richard Kiraly (August)

  • Start
    Sat, August 15, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Sat, September 05, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Online

  Register

  

  Project: Photo with Richard Kiraly

  This series is for Ages 10 through Adult.

  Your Mission: To have fun and to be creative! In this project-based online series, you will receive weekly missions for focused studies of specific subject matter that will build your basic photography skills!

  Entry-Level Class: designed to be fun and interactive - students work independently (parental supervision recommended for minors).

  Each session will focus on one single theme, technique, or subject. Students will be given a photo assignment weekly and will take the whole week to complete a final piece or pieces. Sessions will be a live online (Zoom) session, which will include a presentation and review of the piece(s), discussion, and constructive critique, followed by a new Mission.

  Each session is designed to be modular so that students can take on a single project, or a series of projects. Pricing is available per-class or per-four week session. Can't make the LIVE Session time slot? Purchase the Single-Class option for access to the recorded sessions at your convenience. Projects will continue indefinitely as long as there is interest.
  

  All equipment is allowed. There are no special supplies or equipment required other than access to a portable camera such as a cell phone, laptop, instant, film, digital, or video camera. This series is for ages 10 and up.
  

  Richard Kiraly is a photographer who's primary goal is to celebrate and document the Arts in all of its forms. A South Carolina resident since 2001, he has worked with Town Theatre, Trustus Theatre, and The Arts Center of Kershaw County to spotlight theatrical art and artists from all over the state and beyond.

  
  

  
  

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• Voice Lessons with Amanda Britt September

  • Start
    Tue, September 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Wed, September 30, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Voice Lessons with Amanda Britt September
  

  Amanda Britt is a graduate of Winthrop University. She studied Opera, Musical Theatre and Classical Music. Amanda has been performing in shows at the AC for 4 years and teaches several Musical Theatre classes for all ages. She has been the musical director for the AC’s children’s shows for the last 4 years. Amanda is also available to teach music theory. Classes are paid for by the month. The teacher will contact students as to days and times once they have registered. (ages 8 to adult)
  

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• Beginning Piano with Dr. Kevin McKinney September

  • Start
    Tue, September 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Wed, September 30, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Beginning Piano with Dr. Kevin McKinney September

  Learn to play piano and to read standard notation at the same time!  Systematic, time-tested approach makes it easy.  No book needed; teacher will provide lesson sheets to download and print. Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  A message from Dr. Kevin McKinney (Click here)

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8odTXSblaM

  
  

  Show details
• Musicianship with Dr Kevin McKinney September

  • Start
    Tue, September 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Wed, September 30, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register

  
  

  Musicianship with Dr Kevin McKinney September
  

  Build the ability to recognize and understand basic elements of music; learn to read notation and to “see what you hear, and hear what you see.”  You’ll sing from notation, play games that sharpen your sense of rhythm, and learn the language of music.  May be combined with basic keyboard or guitar. Instructor will be in contact to set up dates and times once you have registered.

  
  

  Show details
• Music Theory I with Dr. Kevin McKinney September

  • Start
    Tue, September 01, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    Wed, September 30, 2020
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Location
    online

  Register