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An Introduction to Jazz in the USA with Brenton

Why is Jazz so important to America? Jazz music is played and enjoyed all over the world, but in the US it became an important genre in expressing and communicating (and challenging!) ideas of US national identity. Join Brenton, a jazz and blues pianist, for an in-depth look at how this wonderful genre came to …

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An Introduction to Community Radio with Owen (PBS)

Please note: This class is held at community radio station PBSfm on Johnston street, Collingwood. Who listens to the radio? Even amongst all the streaming services in our faces these days, the humble radio is still alive and kicking! Even thriving! Community Radio is a unique category of radio broadcasting in Australia, and Melbourne alone …

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Ukulele: Beyond Strumming to Chord Picking with Steph (Online)

Strumming is fun but fingerpicking is way more interesting! If you’ve picked up the humble ukelele before, you’ll likely be familiar with and comfortable at strumming. Many people sing and accompany themselves on the ukelele simply by strumming along. But did you know there are more options? Brand new players and established strummers are all welcome. What will we …