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Special Gatherings | Distinctive Lectures | Literary/Performance Arts, Film | Music
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View the Common Ground on the Hill Catalog as a PDF HERE.
Big Song Swap
This late afternoon class will bring faculty and students together in a feast of good songs: traditional, original, old and new. In an era of musical hype and performance overload, this is a rare opportunity to sing, play and even just listen. Teachable songs with good choruses are highly encouraged! Faculty will facilitate the class, making sure that all those who care to do so will share or lead a song. Period 5 ~ Sparky & Rhonda Rucker, David Roth, Livia Vanaver, Paul Creighton
This late afternoon class will bring faculty and students together in a feast of good songs: traditional, original, old and new. In an era of musical hype and performance overload, this is a rare opportunity to sing, play and even just listen. Teachable songs with good choruses are highly encouraged! Faculty will facilitate the class, making sure that all those who care to do so will share or lead a song. Period 5 ~ Sparky & Rhonda Rucker, David Roth, Livia Vanaver, Paul Creighton
Bluegrass Singing with Tim O'Brien
Don’t miss this chance to sing with one of bluegrass/Americana’s great singers Tim O’Brien and his vocal partner, Jan Fabricius. Bluegrass harmony singing is intuitive, fun and truly rewarding. In this class you will learn how to sing duets, trios and quartets. You will learn how to “stack” the various parts/voices to attain various effects. Tim O’Brien’s seemingly relaxed vocal stylings come as a result of a thorough understanding of how part singing works. You will sing a lot in this class. This is a class to enjoy! Period 2 ~ Tim O'Brien, Jan Fabricius
Don’t miss this chance to sing with one of bluegrass/Americana’s great singers Tim O’Brien and his vocal partner, Jan Fabricius. Bluegrass harmony singing is intuitive, fun and truly rewarding. In this class you will learn how to sing duets, trios and quartets. You will learn how to “stack” the various parts/voices to attain various effects. Tim O’Brien’s seemingly relaxed vocal stylings come as a result of a thorough understanding of how part singing works. You will sing a lot in this class. This is a class to enjoy! Period 2 ~ Tim O'Brien, Jan Fabricius
Co-Writing Songs
When it comes to writing great songs, two heads or more are often better than one. You’ll learn how to write with others and live to sing about it. (It’s a lot like dating!) You’ll understand why you should say dumb things during the writing process. Lyricists and melody writers are welcome. Period 4 ~ David Morris, Dawn Kenney
When it comes to writing great songs, two heads or more are often better than one. You’ll learn how to write with others and live to sing about it. (It’s a lot like dating!) You’ll understand why you should say dumb things during the writing process. Lyricists and melody writers are welcome. Period 4 ~ David Morris, Dawn Kenney
Freedom Sings and Dances
Vocalist instructor Shelley Ensor and YogaRhythmics instructor Marya Michael join together in this singing and movement class to lead participants to experience exuberance, joy, power, and freedom. No singing or dancing experience is necessary. The class is for every voice and every body! The genres of music will include blues, gospel, jazz, and more. Shelley’s and Marya’s other classes are also listed in the Common Ground catalog and will clarify what each teacher brings to this new class! Period 1 ~ Shelley Ensor, Marya Michael
Vocalist instructor Shelley Ensor and YogaRhythmics instructor Marya Michael join together in this singing and movement class to lead participants to experience exuberance, joy, power, and freedom. No singing or dancing experience is necessary. The class is for every voice and every body! The genres of music will include blues, gospel, jazz, and more. Shelley’s and Marya’s other classes are also listed in the Common Ground catalog and will clarify what each teacher brings to this new class! Period 1 ~ Shelley Ensor, Marya Michael
Khoomei Masterclass
Learn the basics of Tuvan vocal music styles, also known as Tuvan throat singing or Mongolian throat singing. You will learn how to produce multiple tones at one time using the techniques of Khoomei, Sygyt, and Kargyraa. You will also learn the depth of this tradition, and what it means to the Tuvan people. Period 1 ~ Faculty H-ORobert McLaughlin
Learn the basics of Tuvan vocal music styles, also known as Tuvan throat singing or Mongolian throat singing. You will learn how to produce multiple tones at one time using the techniques of Khoomei, Sygyt, and Kargyraa. You will also learn the depth of this tradition, and what it means to the Tuvan people. Period 1 ~ Faculty H-ORobert McLaughlin
Look & Listen: The Beauty of the Blues
Blues is the underpinning of much of our best popular music: folk, jazz, rock, soul, and R & B. Using classic and rare recordings and film, this multi-media course, now being offered for its 23nd year, is guaranteed to open your ears and eyes to the blues and its mammoth impact on American culture. Count on a good time when Cary, producer of the syndicated radio show, Blues from the Red Rooster Lounge, and former editor and publisher of Blues Access magazine, shares his lifetime of experiences as a fan, radio host, and magazine publisher, along with a bevy of examples from his vast audio and video collection. If you thought the blues was a bummer, think again! Period 5 ~ Cary Wolfson
Blues is the underpinning of much of our best popular music: folk, jazz, rock, soul, and R & B. Using classic and rare recordings and film, this multi-media course, now being offered for its 23nd year, is guaranteed to open your ears and eyes to the blues and its mammoth impact on American culture. Count on a good time when Cary, producer of the syndicated radio show, Blues from the Red Rooster Lounge, and former editor and publisher of Blues Access magazine, shares his lifetime of experiences as a fan, radio host, and magazine publisher, along with a bevy of examples from his vast audio and video collection. If you thought the blues was a bummer, think again! Period 5 ~ Cary Wolfson
Murder, Mayhem, Legends and Lies
The socio-political, economic and ethnic origins of Euro and African American Ballads. From "Americanized" Child Ballads to “original” American ballads, we’ll explore the true stories behind these songs and enjoy singing them. Join Sparky & Rhonda Rucker for this unique experience. Period 4 ~ Sparky & Rhonda Rucker
The socio-political, economic and ethnic origins of Euro and African American Ballads. From "Americanized" Child Ballads to “original” American ballads, we’ll explore the true stories behind these songs and enjoy singing them. Join Sparky & Rhonda Rucker for this unique experience. Period 4 ~ Sparky & Rhonda Rucker
Rise Up Singing
Liza and A.J. will prime you for your day of singing at Common Ground on the Hill. In the first half of the class, Liza will coax your larynx out of bed with her thirty years of music-teaching experience and extensive knowledge of vocalizing exercises. A.J. will then playfully take over the second-half by plugging your newly awakened voice into fun songs worth adding to any repertoire. Everything from warbling out the morning’s first notes to the joy of vocal improvising will be covered. This class is perfect for teachers who would like to use singing in their classrooms or who would like to learn about good vocal health in relation to their teaching. Singers of every level are welcome! Period 1 ~ A.J. Bodnar, Liza DiSavino
Liza and A.J. will prime you for your day of singing at Common Ground on the Hill. In the first half of the class, Liza will coax your larynx out of bed with her thirty years of music-teaching experience and extensive knowledge of vocalizing exercises. A.J. will then playfully take over the second-half by plugging your newly awakened voice into fun songs worth adding to any repertoire. Everything from warbling out the morning’s first notes to the joy of vocal improvising will be covered. This class is perfect for teachers who would like to use singing in their classrooms or who would like to learn about good vocal health in relation to their teaching. Singers of every level are welcome! Period 1 ~ A.J. Bodnar, Liza DiSavino
Scottish Song
Scottish music is known all over the world. We are going to explore some of the songs, some of the themes, and some of the prolific song writers who have spread the beauty of Scotland and its people across the globe. We will learn about Robert Burns and how the messages within his songs are remembered over 200 years after his death. We will also look at songs of love, freedom, protest, emigration, children's songs, and music hall songs and look at the very close links between the songs of Scotland and Ireland. Every class will be a concert and everyone who comes will be part of that concert, so bring your voice, your ears and whatever instrument you want. As they say in Scotland, we'll be 'gi'en it laldy'! Period 3 ~ Paul Creighton
Scottish music is known all over the world. We are going to explore some of the songs, some of the themes, and some of the prolific song writers who have spread the beauty of Scotland and its people across the globe. We will learn about Robert Burns and how the messages within his songs are remembered over 200 years after his death. We will also look at songs of love, freedom, protest, emigration, children's songs, and music hall songs and look at the very close links between the songs of Scotland and Ireland. Every class will be a concert and everyone who comes will be part of that concert, so bring your voice, your ears and whatever instrument you want. As they say in Scotland, we'll be 'gi'en it laldy'! Period 3 ~ Paul Creighton
Singing for Hope and Healing
Every day thousands of men, women and children are in hospitals, assisted living facilities and programs, sick, alone, and in need of music. For over 6 years, Tim Scully has gone both alone and with friends to play at the bedside and in the ICU at the VA hospital in Baltimore, as well as in assisted living facilities. You can be a part of patients’ healing journey by visiting and playing music. We'll start by developing a repertoire. We will also discuss how to pick out what to play, where to play, who to contact, what to bring and some basic advice on what to expect and how to act. There will also be some stories about Tim’s experiences. You don’t have to be a professional musician to make an incredible difference in the lives of the patients, their families and the support staff. This is a life changing experience. Come have fun, sing, play and learn, and leave better prepared to share the love. You've always said you wanted to do something to make a difference - Tim will help you to start doing just that. Period 4 ~ Tim Scully
Every day thousands of men, women and children are in hospitals, assisted living facilities and programs, sick, alone, and in need of music. For over 6 years, Tim Scully has gone both alone and with friends to play at the bedside and in the ICU at the VA hospital in Baltimore, as well as in assisted living facilities. You can be a part of patients’ healing journey by visiting and playing music. We'll start by developing a repertoire. We will also discuss how to pick out what to play, where to play, who to contact, what to bring and some basic advice on what to expect and how to act. There will also be some stories about Tim’s experiences. You don’t have to be a professional musician to make an incredible difference in the lives of the patients, their families and the support staff. This is a life changing experience. Come have fun, sing, play and learn, and leave better prepared to share the love. You've always said you wanted to do something to make a difference - Tim will help you to start doing just that. Period 4 ~ Tim Scully
Singing with Shelley Ensor
Take this rare opportunity to sing with vocalist, choral director and this year’s recipient of the Robert H. Chambers Award for Excellence in the Traditional Arts, Shelley Ensor. This will be a freewheeling, fun-loving class including gospel, blues, jazz, musicals, Motown and more. Pianist Alice Dorsey will accompany. Don’t pass up a chance to sing with Shelley! Period 3 ~ Shelley Ensor, Alice Dorsey
Take this rare opportunity to sing with vocalist, choral director and this year’s recipient of the Robert H. Chambers Award for Excellence in the Traditional Arts, Shelley Ensor. This will be a freewheeling, fun-loving class including gospel, blues, jazz, musicals, Motown and more. Pianist Alice Dorsey will accompany. Don’t pass up a chance to sing with Shelley! Period 3 ~ Shelley Ensor, Alice Dorsey
Songs of Our Father
Join the Ronstadt Brothers as they explore the songs written by their father, ‘Papa’ Mike Ronstadt. Learn to sing the family music that informed and influenced Mike’s song writing, and the ensuing musical contributions of his sons, Michael G. and Peter D. Ronstadt. This immersive dive into Tucson Roots and Americana includes genre bending arrangements and examples and demonstrations of southwestern and Mexican folk styles, new and old. Bring your instruments and your voices to play and sing along, and learn a new strumming pattern or two. Period 2 ~ Michael G. and Peter D. Ronstadt
Join the Ronstadt Brothers as they explore the songs written by their father, ‘Papa’ Mike Ronstadt. Learn to sing the family music that informed and influenced Mike’s song writing, and the ensuing musical contributions of his sons, Michael G. and Peter D. Ronstadt. This immersive dive into Tucson Roots and Americana includes genre bending arrangements and examples and demonstrations of southwestern and Mexican folk styles, new and old. Bring your instruments and your voices to play and sing along, and learn a new strumming pattern or two. Period 2 ~ Michael G. and Peter D. Ronstadt
Songs of Pete Seeger
Come sing in harmony and celebrate Pete Seeger’s 100th birthday! This class will encompass many of the well-known songs by Pete, including “Wimoweh,” “How Can I Keep from Singing,” “Where Have All the Flowers Gone,” and “Turn, Turn, Turn,” as well as some lesser known songs such as “He Lies in the American Land” and “Old Brown Earth.” Pete also collected and recorded hundreds of songs including children's songs. We will select songs based on participants’ interest, working with Pete’s book Where Have All the Flowers Gone. Period 2 ~ Livia & Bill Vanaver
Come sing in harmony and celebrate Pete Seeger’s 100th birthday! This class will encompass many of the well-known songs by Pete, including “Wimoweh,” “How Can I Keep from Singing,” “Where Have All the Flowers Gone,” and “Turn, Turn, Turn,” as well as some lesser known songs such as “He Lies in the American Land” and “Old Brown Earth.” Pete also collected and recorded hundreds of songs including children's songs. We will select songs based on participants’ interest, working with Pete’s book Where Have All the Flowers Gone. Period 2 ~ Livia & Bill Vanaver
Songwriting 101
Never written a song before? Brimming with ideas that are all dressed up and no place to go? Let's roll up our sleeves together and start at the beginning. This all-levels class is for everyone, no matter your level of experience as we brainstorm our individual themes and ideas, explore lyrics, music, and other elements that contribute to creating something meaningful and melodic. On Wednesday we’ll devote one period (maybe more) to co-write a custom song from beginning to end for a sick child and his/her family for the Songs of Love Foundation in New York. I’ve been writing for these songs for 20 years now, and this is a great way to experience the whole process AND provide a family under stress with a unique and magical musical gift. Bring a willing spirit and a sense of humor. Period 3 ~ David Roth
Never written a song before? Brimming with ideas that are all dressed up and no place to go? Let's roll up our sleeves together and start at the beginning. This all-levels class is for everyone, no matter your level of experience as we brainstorm our individual themes and ideas, explore lyrics, music, and other elements that contribute to creating something meaningful and melodic. On Wednesday we’ll devote one period (maybe more) to co-write a custom song from beginning to end for a sick child and his/her family for the Songs of Love Foundation in New York. I’ve been writing for these songs for 20 years now, and this is a great way to experience the whole process AND provide a family under stress with a unique and magical musical gift. Bring a willing spirit and a sense of humor. Period 3 ~ David Roth
Songwriting Across the Curriculum
No experience necessary. How to write course-relevant songs with your students, regardless of the class or your level of musical ability. Research shows music can help engage disinterested students and boost self-esteem. This class will get you started with tips, outlines, and examples. Period 1 ~ David Morris
No experience necessary. How to write course-relevant songs with your students, regardless of the class or your level of musical ability. Research shows music can help engage disinterested students and boost self-esteem. This class will get you started with tips, outlines, and examples. Period 1 ~ David Morris