Art & Music

Upcoming Courses

Courses

Agecroft Hall and Gardens Tour and Demonstration

Take a guided tour of the historic house museum and gardens focusing on life in a 16th century manor. Then stay for a garden distilling demonstration. This tour is offered twice; please register for only one. Note: The new refund policy applies.

Friday, Aug 21, Agecroft Hall (6 seats (15%) remaining)

Come . . . and BeMovedŽ!

Come to this class to learn about the long-term health benefits of just moving! BeMovedŽ embraces the joy of dance with people of all movement abilities. Movement expressed through dance and music has a transformative power that enriches a person's well-being above and beyond the well-known physical fitness benefits. BeMovedŽ is a dance fitness experience that begins with easy-to-follow therapeutic movements that flow into dance styles inspired by a wide variety of musical genres. Note: The new refund policy applies.

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Hot Fun in the Summertime: Party with the Music You Love

Join Osher Member Chris Waagen as he spins the tunes of our generation. In addition to familiar music by a great DJ, there will be plentiful libations and delicious food! Join your fellow Osher members and dance the night away! Note: The music will be loud, but you'll love singing along! Note: The new refund policy applies.

Tues, Aug 11, JAC, Robins Pavilion 151 (8 seats (8%) remaining)

Slow Looking at Art at the VMFA

Want to experience art in a contemplative, meaningful way? Join us at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts for an hourlong session of 'slow looking,' a mindful approach to engaging with art. Together, we'll explore two works from the museum's permanent collection, allowing for a personal and immersive experience. There could be long periods of standing.

Friday, Aug 14, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts ( No seats currently available )

The Art In Photography-Improving Your Skills

Unleash the power of your photography. The class is designed to illustrate by examples ways to enhance your images using lines, shapes and facial expressions to compose powerful images.

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The Art of Chocolate: Ritual, Design, and Desire

Let's explore chocolate beyond a mere sweet treat. From sacred cacao vessels in Mesoamerica to European luxury objects and contemporary art installations, this lecture traces how chocolate has shaped (and been shaped by) ritual, empire, science, and aesthetics. Through object-based analysis and cultural history, we'll consider chocolate as a material that carries meaning, power, and desire.

Monday, Aug 24, TBD - UR Campus ( No seats currently available )