Classes, Workshops, & Studio Time
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Music Classes
Ithaca Children & Youth Chorus
The Ithaca Children & Youth Chorus (ICYC) strives to instill a life-long love of music as the area’s only exclusive children’s choral program. ICYC provides an inclusive and complete choral experience for young singers through culturally diverse repertoire from varied traditions.
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Prelude
Tuesdays 4:00-5:00pm
Prelude is the beginning ICYC ensemble, for singers in grades K-2nd, and is centered on healthy singing and celebrating the joy of music.
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Intermezzo
Wednesdays 4:00-5:00pm
In Intermezzo, singers in grades 3rd-5th build upon basic music skills with an emphasis on healthy singing, expression, rehearsal and performance technique, and movement, in a fun supportive environment.
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Chorale
Wednesdays 5:00-6:15pm
Chorale offers more advanced instruction in choral singing for youth in grades 6th-12th. In addition to a greater focus on musical literacy the repertoire in this ensemble expands to include additional musical styles, and more complex rhythms and harmonies, while centering the joy and community that comes from being a part of a choral ensemble.
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Reading Music: Notes & Beyond
Tuesdays 5-6pm, 4/8-6/17 • Taught by Josh Oxford
Learn basic concepts in reading music, making scales, making chords, and how chords relate to one another. This class is ideal for beginning musicians who wish to know more about what it is they’re playing, as well as for listeners who wish to expand their musical perception.
Instrumental Improvisation with Hank Roberts
Tuesdays 6:00-7:30pm, 4/8-5/27 • Taught by Hank Roberts
Explore the art of spontaneous music-making in this dynamic Instrumental Improvisation class with renowned musician Hank Roberts, where students will develop creativity, listening skills, and ensemble interaction through collaborative play.
Advanced Recorder Ensemble
Wednesdays 5:15-6:15pm, 4/9, 4/23, 5/7, 5/21, 5/28 • Taught by Jennifer Lawrence Birnbaum
Play beautiful Renaissance, Baroque, Classical and folk music together with other teens and adults!
Intro to Guitar Workshop for Students
Wed & Sat 4-5pm, 4/9, 4/12, 4/16, 4/19 • Taught by Jake Edelstein
Designed for students ages 10-18, this two-week beginner workshop will guide you through the basics from understanding the parts of the guitar to playing your very first song.
Intro to Lead Guitar Workshop
Wed & Sat 4-5pm, 4/9, 4/12, 4/16, 4/19 • Taught by Jake Edelstein
In this two-session workshop, you’ll learn essential lead guitar skills, including basic scales, finger positions, and how to craft melodies that sound great.
Beat Buddies: Percussion Class for Kids
Wednesdays 6:00-6:45pm • Taught by Nick Scollard
Classes are on 4/16, 4/30, 5/14, 5/28, and 6/11.
This engaging program offers young musicians ages 5-8 an exciting opportunity to explore rhythm, beat, and coordination through various percussion instruments!
The Garden • A Collaborative Vocal Improvisation Workshop 
Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm, 4/30-5/21 • Instructed by Tracy LJ Robertson
In this workshop, we will co-create container for an individually and interpersonally generative experience, for connection and creative inspiration. Pre-registration is required.
5th-6th Grade Concert Band
Saturdays 1:00-2:00pm, 4/26-6/21 • Taught by Jonathan Aldave
This ensemble aims to develop instrument proficiency, music reading, and ensemble skills and allows band students to perform with their peers.
7th-8th Grade Concert Band
Saturdays 2:00-3:00pm, 4/26-6/21 • Taught by Jonathan Aldave
This ensemble aims to develop instrument proficiency, music reading, and ensemble skills and allows band students to perform with their peers.
Rock Keyboard
Saturdays 1:30-2:30pm, 4/12-6/21 • Taught by Josh Oxford
Discover the essential techniques and history of rock keyboards in this engaging course. No prior experience is needed—just a passion for music. Join us and bring the sound of rock to life!
Dance & Movement Classes
T’ai Chi
Mondays 6:00-7:30pm, 4/21-6/16 • Taught by Eric Omohundro
T’ai Chi Ch’uan is a martial art and movement practice renowned for its unlimited health and life benefits.
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Click here for a 1 class “Try It” session on Monday, 4/21
Intermediate Tap
Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm, 4/8-6/17 • Taught by Liz Livesay
Join us for continued familiarization with tap vocabulary from Vaudeville to Broadway styles! For students looking for a challenge in a supportive setting.
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Beginner Tap
Wednesdays 6:00-7:00pm, 4/9-6/18 • Taught by Liz Livesay
An introduction to basic tap for the complete beginner, with technique and vocabulary as our focus! Choreography will also be introduced.
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Ballet for Adults
Thursdays 5:00-6:15pm, 4/24-6/5 • Taught by Meredith Conroy
Come explore classical ballet technique in this multi-level class that includes both barre and center work.
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Fundamentals of Latin Dance
Thursdays 5:00-6:00pm, 4/10-6/12 • Taught by Victor Jorrin
Introducing the fundamental rhythms and step patterns for Latin Dance in this introductory class.
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Click here for a “Try It” Workshop on Thurs, 4/10 from 5:00-6:00 pm.
Advanced Spanish Dance: Rumba Flamenca and Zambra
Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm, 4/10-6/12 • Taught by June Seaney
Returning students and/or experienced dancers can learn Rumba Flamenca and Zambra in more depth.
Belly Dancing
Saturdays 9:45-10:45am, 4/12-6/21 • Taught by June Seaney
This mixed-level class explores the various styling, movements, and music of belly dance as it is danced in Turkey, Egypt, Lebanon, Greece and other countries of the Middle East and North Africa.
Beginner Spanish Dance: Rumba Flamenca and Zambra
Saturdays 10:45-11:45am, 4/12-6/21 • Taught by June Seaney
Come explore Rumba Flamenca and Zambra, Spanish Romani dances in the 4/4 compás (rhythmic structure)!
Capoeira Angola Negaça
Sundays at 6:30pm and Wednesdays at 7:15pm • Taught by Mestre Graveto
An Afro-Brazilian martial art and dance that focuses on being mindful with strategy and position above speed and force, wisdom and playfulness over violence.
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One-day free trials are available!
Visual Arts Classes
Mondays 6:00-8:30pm, 4/7-5/12 • Instructed by Jessica Warner
Paint from observation, gaining experience with methods and materials while working with painting concepts including composition, light, color, and mass.
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Tuesdays 6:00-8:00pm, 4/8-5/27 • Instructed by Rob Licht
This introductory level drawing class emphasizes learning how to see with an artist’s eye.
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Intro to Printmaking
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm, 4/23-6/11 • Taught by Rose Tirrito
Practice different printmaking techniques including linocut, screen printing, LEGO printing, and cyanotype in this introductory printmaking class!
Intermediate-Advanced Printmaking
Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm, 5/1-6/5 • Taught by Rose Tirrito
Explore a variety of techniques and materials while honing your skills and developing your artistic voice.
Portrait Drawing in Charcoal
Thursdays, 6-8pm, 4/11-6/12 • Taught by Nicholas Daniluk
This class incorporates drawing from live models and additional references to refine techniques in capturing likeness and expression. Designed for those with basic drawing experience, the course emphasizes observation, proportion, and creative interpretation.
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Kids Sketch, Ink, Create!
Fridays 6:00-7:00pm, 4/11-6/20 • Taught by Ryan Abb
If you love monsters, manga, and art, this is the class for you! Create your own eye-catching comics with stories that will surprise. This child-centered class offers a fun and creative outlet for kids. For students aged 5-10.
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Layer by Layer: Exploring Collage Art
Fridays 4:45-5:45pm, 4/11-6/20 • Taught by Ryan Abb
Discover the endless creative possibilities of collage in this hands-on class designed for teens and adults. Using printed materials, you’ll transform ordinary scraps into expressive, layered masterpieces.
Age 13+.
Open Art Studio
Fridays 3:00-5:30pm
Bring your own materials and enjoy the use of our art studio during our Open Art Studio.
Pre-registration required. Free to members!
Open Sketch
Fridays 6:00-8:30pm
If you’re an intermediate or advanced-level artist interested in drawing from the nude model, come join our non-instructed, open sketch sessions! Sessions are generally held on the second and fourth Fridays of each month.
Fearless Drawing (For All Levels)
Saturdays, 10:00am-12:30pm, 4/12-5/3 • Taught by Ann Guiliani
Drawing is all about learning new ways to see and express the world around you, finding your own voice, and building confidence. We will experiment with varied media and approaches in this engaging class.
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Theatre Classes
Theatre for Kids: “Finding Your Voice”
Thursdays 4:00-5:00pm, 5/8-6-12 • Taught by Nicole-Bethany
Through professional storytelling and acting techniques, students will learn how to express themselves authentically, connect with their emotions, and develop a commanding presence. Ages: 5-8.
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Adult Acting Intensive & Theatre Games
Saturdays 9:45am-12:45pm. 4/5-5/17 • Taught by Lynn Winters
Adult Acting Intensive and Theatre Games is a course that offers the adult actor a professional Acting Technique based on the Holistic Human as a template.
Other Workshops & Events
Cosplay Fashionista Group
2nd Tuesdays of the Month, 4:30-5:30 pm
Come share ideas and celebrate the art of cosplay with a community of like-minded creators!
Pre-registration required. Free to members.
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