This schedule is current until December 2009.
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WORLD RELIGIONS Take a comparative journey into the fundamental beliefs, symbols, and mythology of the world's five major traditions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Emphasis will be on the unique aspects of each tradition and the commonality of shared values. We will discuss concepts such as ‘Holy War’ or ‘Chosen-ness,’ and explore the changing notions of the Divine as it relates to everyday life. Instructor: Isabella Price, MA., University of Zurich, Global History and Comparative Religions. She teaches at the California College of the Arts and JFK University. 6 classes $60 ($55 EC Members) |
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HEIFETZ: Greatest violinist of the last 500 years Jascha Heifetz, the greatest violinist of the 20th century, set the standard for virtuosity and musicality. His performances of violin concertos are models of greatness. We will learn about Heifetz as a person, and listen to his incomparable performances. Instructor: Irwin Tallarico, EdD., University of San Francisco, has 38 years of experience in the field of education. 2 classes $20 ($18 EC Members) |
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RUSSIAN COMPOSERS Glinka wanted to develop a new Russian style of music divorced from German and French influences. He began with his opera Russlan and Ludmilla. We will see and hear Prince Igor, Boris Godunov, Sheherazade, Capriccio Espagnol, and hear Tchaikovsky Symphonies, Rachmaninoff's concertos and excerpts from Stravinsky, Prokofiev and Shostokovich. Instructor: Irwin Tallarico, EdD., (see bio class #45) 6 classes $60 ($55 EC Members) |
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WHICH GODDESS ARE YOU? Which Goddess are you, and the special women in your life? Could you understand your mother, sister, or daughter better by understanding her principle Goddess? The ancient Goddesses represent powerful archetypes. Identifying which one of these is dominant in one’s personality is not only fascinating, but instructive. We will be paying particular attention to the Goddesses in Older Women and how calling upon them can open new possibilities. Instructor: Karen Van Zino, MD., has practiced primary care medicine for 25 years since her graduation from Stanford. 2 classes $20 ($18 EC Members) |
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CONQUERING ANXIETY The symptoms of anxiety seem rampant in the lives of people today. Feelings of restlessness and agitation, trouble getting to sleep, fear of waiting for the ‘other shoe to drop,’ and constant fretting, contribute to the overall diminishment of one’s quality of life. Dr. Van Zino, a Stanford trained primary care physician, will help you to diagnose what type of anxiety you have and just what YOU can do about it. Instructor: Karen Van Zino, MD., (see bio class #47) 1 class $15 ($13 EC Members) |
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TYPE II ADULT ONSET DIABETES Diabetes, the dreaded ‘D’ word! Come learn just what this disease is, who is at risk, how to avoid it and why it's SO very important to identify early. Did you know that there are ways to avoid ever needing to take insulin and why, if you have high cholesterol, you might be at risk for diabetes? Included in each class will be a cooking demonstration of a healthy meal for diabetics. Instructor: Karen Van Zino, MD., (see bio class #47) 2 Lectures and food demo $25 ($23 EC Members) |
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CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH (Intermediate) Learn key phrases for everyday use at home or on a trip. We will put emphasis on expressions to help you converse with Spanish speakers. Learning how to ask questions and understand the answers will make travel more pleasant. Previous Spanish language experience is recommended. Instructor: Ricardo Rodriguez, MBA., (see bio class #30) 6 classes $60 ($55 EC Members) |
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STRETCH AND TONE YOUR BODY This class focuses on improving strength in all muscle groups and developing balance, flexibility and agility. Please bring a sticky mat. Instructor: Renee De Weese has been a dancer all of her life. She received her BFA in drama from the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. She is currently a ballet, tap, jazz, and musical theatre instructor at The Ballet School in Walnut Creek. 6 classes $45 ($42 EC Members) |
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WITCHES AND WITCHCRAFT Witches, witchcraft, and witch-hunting continue to fascinate us. Questions of why, when, and who were accused of suspicious activity of entering into a contract with the Devil, keep returning in the research of scholars of various disciplines. We will focus on The History of Western Witchcraft and briefly summarize the latest historical research on this fascinating subject. Instructor: Dan Wick, PhD., history, is a retired U.C. Davis lecturer, the author of three books and many articles. 4 classes $40 ($36 EC Members) |
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AMERICAN MUSICAL THEATER We will examine the American musical from its earliest days as musical comedy to the more dramatic shows of the 1950s and 1960s. We will look at the composers who made differences in our perception of what a musical is, and what can be accomplished in a musical. Instructor: Edwin Cohen, PhD., University of Southern California, Speech and Communication. He has taught speech, communication, and theater for 40 years. Lately he has been lecturing on “American Musical Theater” on cruise ships. 4 classes $40 ($36 EC Members) |
