Edward Barnes teaches public courses and lectures through leading cultural institutions, including The Juilliard School, the 92nd Street Y, and the Chautauqua Institution.
Registration for upcoming programs is handled by the presenting organization.
THE ROAD TO ROCK-N-ROLL
Juilliard Extension Division
June 8 - June 29, 2026 @ 6 PM ET
Hybrid classes - in person & on Zoom
This course explores the musical pathways — jazz, blues, gospel, country, swing, boogie-woogie, and more — that converged to give birth to rock ’n’ roll and an entirely new American sound.
THE MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
Roundtable by the 92nd Street Y
July 14 - August 4, 2026 @ 1 PM ET
Classes on Zoom
This course focuses on Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, and Jerry Lee Lewis, whose chance gathering at Sun Records in Memphis became one of the most legendary jam sessions in rock ’n’ roll history.
HOST A LECTURE
Edward Barnes is available for lectures and multi-session courses for cultural institutions, universities, libraries, and private organizations.
A list of available topics can be found on the Speaking Engagement page.
ON DEMAND COURSES
Select past courses are available for study, include a 6-session course on the work of Stephen Sondheim, and private Songwriting coaching and lessons. Click here to be taken to the shopping page for On Demand Courses.