Discover the connection between classical and contemporary music, dive into the history of music and its impact on world events, and explore the music of many cultures in this five week multimedia course.

What is the connection between Mozart and modern music? How did the rise of German nationalism change the history of music? How is western music linked to the music of other cultures?

In this 5-week course, Wolf Trap instructor and music lover Dawn Frederick will provide you with the tools for tuning your ears to the sounds and styles of music. A multimedia approach will guide your exploration of music theory and history as you listen to contrasting musical styles and sounds.  Participants will be encouraged to attend performances at venues throughout the DC area, including The Barns, to put into practice what you’ve learned in class.

Registration Information:
Online registration is now available. 
By registering, you agree to our classes policy.   
Five classes will be held on Mondays from January 25 through February 22, 2010. 
Classes are not interchangeable. 
Participants can only attend their registered class. 
Space is very limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Tuition: $125 per 5-week session

Class Dates:
Monday, January 25
Monday, February 1
Monday, February 8
Monday, February 15
Monday, February 22

Note: Class WILL be held on February 15 (President's Day).

All classes held at the Center for Education at Wolf Trap Foundation. 

Teacher Bio:

Dawn D. Frederick graduated from The Catholic University of America where she received her B.M.E. in Choral Education. She is a soloist, choral director, and private vocal instructor. Mrs. Frederick continued her vocal studies after college in London, England where she studied voice and the anatomy and physiology of the voice at the Royal Academy of Music. She teaches Music Appreciation for the Adult Education program for Arlington County. Mrs. Frederick has been a Choral Director for the public and private school system for the past six years. She is a Certified Master Trainer candidate in the Estill Method which presents a more tangible approach to vocal health and technique. She has performed which such conductors as Robert Shaw, Christopher Hogwood, Robert King, Sir David Willcocks, Frances McBeth, J. Reilly Lewis and William Neil. Her recording credits are A Cathedral Christmas with Denyce Graves (CD and Video), Hymns Through the Centuries and Mass for the Sacred Space, and many others.