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March 3 Wednesday02:30 PM → 04:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jane EllenLocations: ZoomGeorge Gershwin (1898-1937) stands alongside Aaron Copland as one of the first great voices of American music in the 20th century. At the time of his death at the age of 38, he was destined to be the recipient of the first Pulitzer Prize for musical comedy (awarded posthumously), had written an opera, had composed for stage and screen, and had created... read more -
March 18 Thursday12:30 PM → 02:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jane EllenLocations: ZoomHailed as the “dean of American composers” by his peers and critics, Aaron Copland (1900-90) was one of the driving forces in creating a definitive American sound in concert music. As an author, Copland wrote books which presented aspects of classical music in a way which appealed to musicians and non-musicians alike; as an educator, he was devoted to... read more
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March 22 Monday12:30 PM → 02:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jane EllenLocations: ZoomPete Seeger (1919-2014) is commonly considered a national treasure, and rightfully so. More than just a beloved folksinger, he worked tirelessly for the labor movement, civil rights, peace, and the environment. He is the only folksinger to have not only received the Kennedy Center Honors award (1994) but he was also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of... read more
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April 1 Thursday3:00 PM → 5:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jane EllenLocations: ZoomWhen British singer-songwriter Cat Stevens (1948- ) converted to Islam in 1977, heartbroken fans assumed his music career was over. Thirty years later he returned to the stage as Yusuf, with new recordings leading to worldwide recognition for his creative abilities. Whether you are a fan of the soundtrack to Harold and Maude, hit singles such as... read more
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April 5 Monday02:30 PM → 04:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jane Ellen and Scott HookerLocations: ZoomTo understand the evolving role of the piano in jazz, one has to look at the actual evolution of jazz itself. This beginner-friendly class introduces piano styles across the years of American jazz development with live demonstrations, recordings, and a brief look at the artists who excelled in each area. Jazz pianist and historian Scott Hooker joins Jane... read more
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April 9 Friday10:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jane EllenLocations: ZoomSinger, songwriter, filmmaker, actress, and activist, Barbra Streisand (1942- ) is one of the most commercially and critically successful entertainers in history. From her earliest beginnings as a teenager dressed in thrift shop clothes, few could have imagined that she would become one of the most powerful women in Hollywood. Come revisit the songs and... read more
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April 15 Thursday12:30 PM → 02:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jane EllenLocations: ZoomAcross a span of 14 years, the brother-sister duo Richard (1946- ) and Karen Carpenter (1950–83) dominated the air waves with their piano-driven, easy listening stylings. Their music has since undergone critical re-assessments, resulting in repeated calls for their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Several of their songs are now recognized as... read more
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August 2 Monday12:30 PM → 02:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Andrew SchultzLocations: ZoomJustice Amy Coney Barrett was appointed to the Supreme Court following the death of Justice Ginsburg. Her potential impact on the Court is just beginning to be felt as she completes her first term. Andrew Schultz reviews Justice Barrett’s brief tenure on the Court and discusses her role in a number of the Court’s most recent decisions, including cases... read more -
April 9 Friday02:00 PM → 03:30 PMSessions: 1Locations: Oasis AlbuquerqueThis presentation/performance focuses on the history and performance of palos (types of flamenco songs) such as tangos, soleares, sevillanas, fandangos, and farruca. Various guitar techniques are demonstrated: rasgueado, golpe, picado, ligado, and alzapúa. We also explore the meaning and use of cajón, cejilla, compás, falseta, and palmas. You will have... read more
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April 9 Friday02:00 PM → 03:30 PMSessions: 1Locations: ZoomThis presentation/performance focuses on the history and performance of palos (types of flamenco songs) such as tangos, soleares, sevillanas, fandangos, and farruca. Various guitar techniques are demonstrated: rasgueado, golpe, picado, ligado, and alzapúa. We also explore the meaning and use of cajón, cejilla, compás, falseta, and palmas. You will have... read more
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April 23 Friday02:00 PM → 03:30 PMSessions: 1Locations: Oasis AlbuquerqueJoin us virtually (or in-person as allowed) to celebrate Jane Ellen and her tenue at Oasis. Stay tuned for details to be provided closer to our celebration... read more
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March 3 Wednesday10:00 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Julie DunlopLocations: ZoomOur outer environment often mirrors our inner environment. Look around. What do you see? Is your office or home cluttered? How clean and organized is your car? Closet? What about your mind? Are thoughts and ideas flowing with ease or are thoughts muddled and/or tangled? Does the body feel stiff and sluggish? If you often find yourself staring at a blank... read more
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April 21 Wednesday10:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Norma LibmanLocations: ZoomEveryone has a story to tell, and now is the time to tell yours. In this workshop, Norma Libman shows you how to retrieve memories you thought were forgotten, how to get them written down, and how to organize them into your own life story. Have paper and pen available for writing exercises and you will have composed a start to your memoir when the workshop... read more
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May 20 Thursday12:30 PM → 01:45 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Brian RoseLocations: ZoomTelevision news has undergone remarkable transformations in the last seven decades. This presentation will look at these sweeping changes and examine the impact--both good and bad--of television journalism over the last six decades. Brian Rose is a professor emeritus at Fordham University, where he taught for 38 years in the Department of Communication... read more
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February 17 Wednesday10:00 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Shlomo KarniLocations: ZoomExplore the unique relationship that evolved between kings of Israel-Judea and their contemporary prophets. Fiercely independent and uncompromising, these prophets were the living conscience of their times. They preached for social justice and denounced society and kings for moral, political and religious corruption -- often at the risk of their own safety.... read more
