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Latin American Dances for Guitar
Bloomingdale School of Music · Upper West Side
A guitar session at Bloomingdale School of Music exploring Latin American dances. This drop-in class is part of the school's guitar programming.
Drop-in
Friday, October 30
guitarFriday, November 13
musicBreath, Voice, and Memory
Bloomingdale School of Music · Upper West Side
Breath, Voice, and Memory is a drop-in session at Bloomingdale School of Music. The program centers on breath and voice work alongside memory.
Drop-in
Friday, November 20
musicSalon Echoes: Schubert and Beyond
Bloomingdale School of Music · Upper West Side
Salon Echoes: Schubert and Beyond is a drop-in program at Bloomingdale School of Music. The session centers on the music of Schubert and the works it influenced.
Drop-in
Friday, March 19
guitar19th Century Guitar Works
Bloomingdale School of Music · Upper West Side
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of solo guitar as this captivating program takes you on a journey through different musical landscapes. Bloomingdale's Free Faculty Concerts Series takes place most Fridays at 7pm in our David Greer Concert Hall. These events are free and open to the public.
Drop-in
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Blooming Bébé · Upper West Side
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Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side
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FunFit HQ · Upper West Side
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Monica + Andy UWS · Upper West Side
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Ages 3 mo–5 yrCourse
movementRunners
Gymboree Play & Music, Upper West Side · Upper West Side
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Ages 15–23 mo
JCC Harlem Fall: Tue 11:15 am
Blooming Bébé · Upper West Side
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gymnasticsFrom $20Independent Movers (Walking-18 months | With Parent/Caregiver | Fall | Tuesdays | 11:15 AM)
Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side
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