Performing Arts Classes in Washington, DC

Ditch the workout and join the party! Get fit while having fun rocking out to the hottest tunes. Note: No black soled or rubber sole shoes. Shoes allowed on the dance floor are jazz shoes, practice sneakers, social shoes with leather soles, or suede. Socks are ok. Absolutely no scuffing shoes.  Be early, latercomer may not be allowed in class....

This is a 3-part program:  1. Workshop.   2. Personal voice analysis.   3. Consultation.  This program is for newcomers who are unsure how they fit in, who need to learn about all opportunities, and determine if they have potential. It’s a practical and comfortable way to determine if voice over is for you. The instructors...

Here is where we try to understand better the art of Argentine Tango, and take the foundation to the next level, preparing the student for a more musical and fluid tango performance. Students will study more difficult choreography. The class emphasis is in communication, exploring Leading and flowing techniques. No total beginners are allowed. Note...

Beginning through advanced students will find a course of string study suited to their interests.  NCA’s strings faculty are distinguished performers and professional music educators. Beginners or experienced players will find an inspiring environment for developing proficiency and confidence

Here is where we develop the foundation of this dance. It takes from 6 months to one year to cover most of the Argentine Tango foundation essential topics. Note: No black soled or rubber sole shoes. Shoes allowed on the dance floor are jazz shoes, practice sneakers, social shoes with leather soles, or suede. Socks are ok. Absolutely no scuffing shoes. ...

Students here are expected to have a good level of communication (lead /follow) , and musicality. The skills develop on this class relate to musicality, communication,  tango feeling, elegance, and fluidity of movement, generating the ability to create better interpretation of the music, and the usage of more complex figures for better enjoyment...

Open Gym For students with over one year of aerial arts experience or by instructor permission. Aerial fabric, aerial rope, and trapeze will be provided. Students may bring their own apparatus, but it must be inspected by the instructor prior to use.

This camp will focus on the following instruments: Didgeridoo, Drums, Guitar, Xylophone, Hand Bells, French Horn, Pan Flute & Chinese Gong. Here are our 2018-2019 Schedule: October 8th - Didgeridoo October 25th - Drums October 26th (Half-Day) - Maracas November 6th - Guitar January 22nd (Half-Day) - Kazoo January 23rd ...

Introducing more complex steps and patterns based on skills developed in the Beginning class. You will be doing different patterns with turns, cross body leads, and some styling. Continue to develop leading/following and turning skills in order to prepare you for the next step. This class is to take the fundamentals to the next level. Note: No black...

The Adult Choir will  work on short programs with a wide variety of music.  We will tackle some classical, folk and popular music. The conductor hopes to improve participants vocal quality as wells as provide a musical challenge.   Lessons will be conducted with all voice parts present. It is expected that participants will take time...

Adults new to piano study learn piano technique through the study of a variety of music styles in these small classes. Students have the opportunity to perform in concerts at the School. National Conservatory of Arts offers a program of piano study for the early beginner through the advanced high school student, beginning at age 3.5 or older. The...

Aerial rope, also known as corde lisse, is one of the purest of the aerial arts, challenging in its very simplicity. This class is for the strong beginning aerial student or the more experienced aerialist looking to challenge themselves on a new dynamic apparatus. Students will learn basic skills, climbs, inversions, and beat techniques. Prerequisites:...

Group Classes are an economical way for students of all ages to learn music.  The National Conservatory of Arts offers group classes in piano, voice, violin, guitar, cello, drum set, and African Drumming.

This course is designed for students with little or no salsa dance experience. This class will teach basic fundamentals of salsa timing, rhythm, footwork and an introduction to partner dancing helping you build a SOLID Salsa foundation. Our goal will be to raise your awareness of timing, technique & basic body movements so you can dance the night...

Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the Month we will have a FUN Argentine Tango Practica. Hosted by instructors Fabio Bonini and Nicholas Pasch.  This Practica is All levels and Single friendly! Best music, cushioned dance floor, plenty of room, perfect atmosphere for the practice of Argentine Tango. Practice the movements learned in class for one...