Category Archives: Music

Practical Piano 2 (Brandon)

This is an intermediate piano class for folks interested in learning how to become better at playing the piano. Students will learn keyboard exercises to develop good playing technique, strengthen rhythm, and build on the theory learned in the intro classes from last year. Students will learn strategies to quickly learn and more easily read music. Students will analyze melodies, chords, and harmonies to better understand how they are performed on the piano. Students will continue analyzing famous songs, creating their own music, and are encouraged (but not required) to share them with the community.

To ensure a basic skill floor for students in this class, you must talk to Brandon for an evaluation before choosing this class.

  • Outside work: A moderate amount (e.g., 30-60 min) for each session
  • Minimum students: 2
  • Sessions per week: 2

Casual Ghost Party (Brandon)

Note: This class is open to high school students only.

A continuation of the Casual Ghost Party band. Reserved for members of that group.

  • Outside work: A moderate amount (e.g., 30-60 min) for each session
  • Mature themes: Songs selected could have mature themes.
  • Minimum students: 4
  • Sessions per week: 2

Music Performance Basics (Brandon)

Note: this is NOT a band class.

This course is for beginner musicians who are eager to learn how to play an instrument, understand basic music theory, and develop performance skills. Students will gain foundational knowledge of music concepts, techniques for playing their chosen instrument, and practical performance experience in a supportive and collaborative environment. Through hands-on learning, students will build the confidence and skills needed to perform music with accuracy and expressiveness.

Students will learn to: understand basic music theory, develop instrument techniques, interpret and express music, collaborate in a musical setting, develop strong practice routines, and perform with confidence.

PSCS can provide guitars, basses, pianos/keyboards, and drums for instruction.

 

  • Outside work: A moderate amount (e.g., 30-60 min) for each session
  • Minimum students: 2
  • Sessions per week: 2

ex-Basaso (Brandon)

A continuation of the ex-BASASO band. Reserved for members of this group.

  • Outside work: A moderate amount (e.g., 30-60 min) for each session
  • Mature themes: Selected songs may have mature themes.
  • Minimum students: 3
  • Sessions per week: 2