Taught by Ben Raanan, a working professional theater actor and singer, NYU graduate, and Music Director of CCMS’s musicals for the past 2 years, this class - which is usually taught in college theater programs - will teach your kids how to bring their audition and performance game to the next level.

The first 30 minutes of class will be dedicated to learning and honing technique, both singing and acting, and the last hour will be individual coachings. Students will work on a new song every few weeks, some chosen by them, and some chosen by Ben to help them find new repertoire that fits their voice and personality. In doing so they will get practice singing in front of people outside of performances, to get them used to auditions. Ben also offers private voice lessons to supplement this class, if students want even more time to work on their materials.

This is not quite a beginner class, so some experience and comfortability with singing and performing is recommended. 

13 Classes

Day and Time: Mondays 2:30-4pm

Location: TBD

Instructor: Ben Ranaan

Class Dates

Sep: 8, 15, 22, 29

Oct: 6, 13, 20, 27

Nov: 10, 17

Dec: 1, 8, 15

Taught by Gaku Murata, a Los Angeles based session guitarist/bassist. He is an expert of string instruments like guitar, bass, and ukulele. The first half of this class is individual time. The instructor will spend time with each student to check their progress and will tailor homework to work on. The second half of the class is ensemble time. Each semester the instructor will ask the student in the class about what kind of music they like, and the instructor will choose 3~4 songs based on their interest. During the ensemble time the instructor will organize which students take which parts of the song. Based on the guidance the students will play the songs together and work together to have a successful concert at the end of the semester.


All levels and ages are welcome, from beginner to advanced, from playing for fun to a more formal teaching format. The instructor will tailor lessons to the group of students each semester. Please let him know what you want to learn.


Here are some examples of typical lesson content:
-How to play guitar, bass, and ukulele.
-Various styles of music (jazz, rock/pop, blues, funk)
-Soloing/Improvisation (scales, modes)
-Songwriting (basic harmony, arrangement)
-Reading (lead sheet, big band chart, single/double lines)
-Jazz harmony (advanced theory)


Please go to https://gakumusic.com/en/ to see his performances and his resume.


EACH STUDENT SHOULD HAVE THEIR OWN INSTRUMENT.


13 Classes
​Day and Time: Mondays 2:45-3:45
​Location: TBD
Instructor: Gaku Murata

Class Dates

Sep: 8, 15, 22, 29

Oct: 6, 13, 20, 27

Nov: 10, 17

Dec: 1, 8, 15

Taught by Ben Raanan, a working professional theater actor and singer, NYU graduate, and Music Director of CCMS’s musicals for the past 2 years, this class - which is usually taught in college theater programs - will teach your kids how to bring their audition and performance game to the next level.

The first 30 minutes of class will be dedicated to learning and honing technique, both singing and acting, and the last hour will be individual coachings. Students will work on a new song every few weeks, some chosen by them, and some chosen by Ben to help them find new repertoire that fits their voice and personality. In doing so they will get practice singing in front of people outside of performances, to get them used to auditions. Ben also offers private voice lessons to supplement this class, if students want even more time to work on their materials.

This is not quite a beginner class, so some experience and comfortability with singing and performing is recommended. 

13 Classes

Day and Time: Tuesdays 2:30-4pm

Location: TBD

Instructor: Ben Ranaan

Class Dates

Sep: 9, 16, 23, 30

Oct: 7, 14, 21, 28

Nov: 4, 18

Dec: 2, 9, 16

This after-school chess club is for beginner, intermediate, and advanced chess players who would like to improve their game or just have fun. Students who have never played will learn the rules to begin playing on day one. After that we will explore different openings and tactics students can use to improve their middle and end games. Each class will begin with a short lesson followed by time for students to play other club members. If you’ve never played chess before or if you’re a seasoned player, the after-school chess club has something for everyone and is a fun place to meet up with other students who share an interest in the game.

Price includes a $5 materials fee for the duration of the class.

13 WEEKS
Day and Time: Tuesdays 2:45 - 3:45pm
​Location: TBD
Instructor: Dan Grime

Class Dates

Sep: 9, 16, 23, 30

Oct: 7, 14, 21, 28

Nov: 4, 18

Dec: 2, 9, 16

Fall Flavor Fest: Cooking with Seasonal Produce

Ready to cook up something awesome this Fall?

In this hands-on cooking class, we’ll turn fresh Fall fruits and veggies into seriously tasty dishes using fun cooking techniques and creative ingredients—even a few surprising “meatless” options. Bring your appetite and get ready to chop, mix, and taste your way through the season! This is a cooperative learning experience.

14 Classes
Day/Time:Wednesdays 1:45-2:45
Room: TBD
Instructor: Scott Davis - The Culinary Dude

Class Dates

Sep: 10, 17, 24

Oct: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Nov: 5, 12, 19

Dec: 3, 10, 17

Inventive drawing and acrylic painting ranging from still-life scenes, landscapes, figure drawing (anime style and realistic), reclaimed materials, collage and other unique mark-making techniques. Clay vessels and mixed media sculpture will also be intertwined. All works will be connected to nature, and some will include organic materials. This class provides an exploration into a wide range of artistic media, while also guiding students towards developing their own artistic voices. The final class will culminate in an art show display and constructive critique of the works created throughout the program.

Class Price includes $20 materials fee.

14 Classes

Day and Time: Wednesdays 1:40-3:20

Location: TBD

Instructor: Trevor Coopersmith

www.TrevorCoopersmith.com

Class Dates

Sep: 10, 17, 24

Oct: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Nov: 5, 12, 19

Dec: 3, 10, 17

Taught by Ben Raanan, a working professional theater actor and singer, NYU graduate, and Music Director of CCMS’s musicals for the past 2 years, this class - which is usually taught in college theater programs - will teach your kids how to bring their audition and performance game to the next level.

The first 30 minutes of class will be dedicated to learning and honing technique, both singing and acting, and the last hour will be individual coachings. Students will work on a new song every few weeks, some chosen by them, and some chosen by Ben to help them find new repertoire that fits their voice and personality. In doing so they will get practice singing in front of people outside of performances, to get them used to auditions. Ben also offers private voice lessons to supplement this class, if students want even more time to work on their materials.

This is not quite a beginner class, so some experience and comfortability with singing and performing is recommended. 

14 Classes

Day and Time: Wednesdays 1:40-3:20

Location: TBD

Instructor: Ben Ranaan

Class Dates

Sep: 10, 17, 24

Oct: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Nov: 5, 12, 19

Dec: 3, 10, 17

Inventive drawing and acrylic painting ranging from still-life scenes, landscapes, figure drawing (anime style and realistic), reclaimed materials, collage and other unique mark-making techniques. Clay vessels and mixed media sculpture will also be intertwined. All works will be connected to nature, and some will include organic materials. This class provides an exploration into a wide range of artistic media, while also guiding students towards developing their own artistic voices. The final class will culminate in an art show display and constructive critique of the works created throughout the program.

Class Price includes $20 materials fee.

14 Classes

Day and Time: Thursdays 2:40 - 4:10pm

Location: TBD

Instructor: Trevor Coopersmith

www.TrevorCoopersmith.com

Class Dates

Sep: 11, 18, 25

Oct: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Nov: 13, 20

Dec: 4, 11, 18

The after-school chess club is for beginner, intermediate, and advanced chess players who would like to improve their game or just have fun. Students who have never played will learn the rules to begin playing on day one. After that we will explore different openings and tactics students can use to improve their middle and end games. Each class will begin with a short lesson followed by time for students to play other club members. If you’ve never played chess before or if you’re a seasoned player, the after-school chess club has something for everyone and is a fun place to meet up with other students who share an interest in the game.

Price includes a $5 materials fee for the duration of the class.

14 Classes
Day and Time: Thursdays 2:45 - 3:45pm
​Location: TBD
Instructor: Dan Grime

Class Dates

Sep: 11, 18, 25

Oct: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Nov: 13, 20

Dec: 4, 11, 18

Fall Flavor Fest: Cooking with Seasonal Produce

Ready to cook up something awesome this Fall?

In this hands-on cooking class, we’ll turn fresh Fall fruits and veggies into seriously tasty dishes using fun cooking techniques and creative ingredients—even a few surprising “meatless” options. Bring your appetite and get ready to chop, mix, and taste your way through the season! This is a cooperative learning experience.

14 Classes
Day/Time: Fridays 2:45-3:45
Room: TBD
Instructor: Scott Davis - The Culinary Dude

Class Dates

Sep: 12, 19, 26

Oct: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Nov: 7, 14

Dec: 5, 12