Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult Education

Learn one of music's deepest mysteries: playing songs without relying on written music. A very practical presentation of music theory, expressed in everyday language, that includes predicting chord progressions, learning from recordings, and transposing. This is an ideal follow-up to the Instant Piano class and open to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. Expand your musical horizons, free yourself from sheet-music dependence, and be the life of the party! Prior experience with chords is recommended. Course includes the online book, follow-up lessons, a recording of the class, and an optional monthly Q&A session.

Preregistration required, with registration closing at noon on 5/2.

Please have a stable internet connection; a computer, tablet or cellphone; and a piano or keyboard available during class.

Craig Coffman, an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist, and music director, has 30+ years of experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by 30,000+ students throughout the US over the last 27 years.