260129-Office Hour-Jan 29, 2026-7-pm-HHA-2026

260129-Office Hour-Jan 29, 2026-7-pm-HHA-2026

Today’s Office Hour
Snippet – Hawaiian Feel Snippet/
Homework submission from Kelly – Splotch Drawing/
Recap: The meeting explored adapting Hawaiian-style guitar picking patterns for harp, with DHC demonstrating techniques for Cherie’s Fijian song arrangement. Anne discussed her planned harp-themed performance “The Harp Was There,” combining stories and music. The group also looked at Kelly’s drawing “Confused Gentleman,” exploring how its hidden elements could inspire musical interpretations. Participants reflected on creating connections through music and performance.

260129-Office Hour-Jan 29, 2026-7-pm-HHA-2026

260123-Office Hour-Jan 23, 2026-11-am-HHA-2026

Today’s Office Hour
Snippet – Slap Bass
Stride snippet
Questions from Joyce, Ina, Helen.
Recap: Office Hour where participants shared their creative breakthroughs and challenges, including specific requests for help with techniques like slap bass and stride playing. The conversation ended with discussions of practice techniques, rhythm-section concepts, and plans for future exploration of mode, tempo, and rhythm games, while addressing technical challenges and sharing solutions for various playing issues.

260129-Office Hour-Jan 29, 2026-7-pm-HHA-2026

260116-Office Hour-Jan 16, 2026-11-am-HHA-2026

Today’s Office Hour
Snippet – Majors & Minors
Question from Ina, Linda T, Sarah W, Joyce, Mona
Recap The meeting covered music theory basics like relative minors and modes, then moved to hands-on practice with chord transitions and instrument tuning. The group learned slap bass techniques, emphasizing relaxed movement and timing. They wrapped up by discussing performance strategies for duets, handling improvisation in live shows, and sharing upcoming event announcements.