The exhibit will showcase the works of artists and local schools.  The work will represent each artists’ renditions of altar art to honor the Mexican holiday Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead.

Dia de los Muertos is a three-day Mexican festival in which families pay their respects to loved ones who have died. This ancient tradition, dating back to Aztec and Meso-American cultures over 3,000 years ago, reflects the traditional beliefs of a life/death/rebirth continuum, and reveres death as a beginning to a new life. It is believed that spirits of decreased loved ones return during this festival, and the tradition chants, “Don’t take anything lying down – not even death.”

The exhibit will stay up the entire month of November.

OCTOBER 23 and 24th, 10:00 to 3:00

Tuition: $85 for members, $110 for non members.

The Day of the Dead, Dia de los Muertos, is a Mexican Holiday when families pray for, remember and celebrate friends and family members who have died. Traditions connected with the holiday include building private altars and shrines honoring the deceased. Although the day is serious, it is also a lively celebration.

For many years CCAH has held an annual Day of the Dead altar show including traditional and not-so- traditional altars and shrines. There are many of us who have always wanted to make an altar and didn’t know where to start. This year, we are offering a workshop with well-known artist, Susan Obermeyer-Strauss, to help get the creative juices flowing. Susan will be assisted by Diana Alcantara, an ELL teacher at Carbondale Middle School.

In the workshop, students will gain a brief historical understanding of Shrines and Altars and then begin to create their own. Students will use a range of techniques from plaster transfers, assemblage, collage, montage and simple construction. Some supplies will be provided by CCAH and some you will need to bring to class. A supply list will be furnished you at registration.

To register or for more information, please call 963-1680 or e-mail ccah@sopris.net.

OCTOBER 16-17, 9:00-5:00

$95 members, $125 non-members

YOU’VE ALWAYS KNOWN MUSIC RESONATES SOMETHING DEEP WITHIN YOU. NOW FIND OUT WHAT TO DO WITH IT.  A fun two-day inspiring adventure into the music you love – from BACH to ROCK! Join in unprecedented dialogue,personal reflection, journaling, and fun listening to explore why music “hits you where you live!”

.Gain a surprising new window into how music can masterfully shape your moods, behaviors, health and spirit.

· Conscious partnering of MUSIC & MIND will “change your tune” and bring order and connection to personal and professional experiences.

· Leave with your own personal toolbox to harness the music you love to enhance your mood, health, and relationships, and a guide to construct the “soundtrack to your life!”

Call us for more information 963-1680 or www.carbondalearts.com.

OCTOBER 2nd & 3rd, 10:00 to 3:00

$90 members, $115 non-members

Jenny Gummersall’s unique way of seeing presents photographic metaphors, some humor and a sense of place in her photographs. For over 30 years, Gummersall’s photographs have been exhibited, published in magazines, cards, prints and placed in private, corporate and museum collections. In the Roaring Fork Valley, Gummersall’s work has been exhibited in Aspen, Woody Creek and Carbondale. Over 100 of her prints are in the residences at the Little Nell. Her passion for photography is evident in her art and by helping others find their own voice.

CCAH brings Jenny Gummersall for a 2-day photographic workshop on “Finding Your Photographic Visual Voice.” Students will improve on their individual way of seeing by looking at other photographer’s images and examining why one knows it’s that photographer’s work. Student’s choice of composition, light, exposure, subject and other elements will be expanded upon. There will be a pre-assignment. The workshop will balance discussion, observation and shooting. This workshop is for experienced photographers.

Go to www.gummersall.com for more information on Jenny. Call 963-1680 for more information.

FRIDAYS FROM 3:45-5:00 PM
CCAH CENTER FOR THE ARTS
COST: $110 FOR 8-WEEK SESSION

Teaching the language of music at the piano. FUN Fall Music Classes after school for beginners who wish to explore music at the piano.  We will read music, write music, listen to music and have a great time while learning. We use the overtone series and the Circle of Fifths as our guide.

Family Fun Music Jam   5:30-7 pm
Fee: $100 /family 8 sessions

Spend Friday evenings banging out tunes with your kids.  Join us for a family jam session.
Dates:  September 17 through November 19th, excluding October 1 and November 5th (First Fridays).

For more information, please call Laurel at 963-7411, to register call 963-1680.
TUITION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE.