{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Focus on OLLI","title":"Lifelong Learning Through Jazz, Ukulele, and Musical Enrichment","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/7069642e\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1571,"description":"The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNLV, funded by the Bernard Osher Foundation, offers a variety of music-focused courses, including jazz appreciation, guitar, and ukulele. Sonia Feldberg, a jazz appreciation instructor, and Chadwick Johnson, a guest speaker, discussed the program's emphasis on improvisation and the integration of diverse music styles. Diane Haworth, a ukulele workshop participant, highlighted the instrument's cognitive benefits and the progression from beginner to advanced classes. The program also includes special events like performances by Clint Holmes and a focus on brain health through music. OLLI aims to engage retired individuals in lifelong learning and community activities.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Ba_uWeKUhf0LfZBuMgUcM6Q85ayAquURdYtDDPS9scY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zYWI5/NTg0ZjkzZjg1Zjc0/MzU3YjFhYTYwMjJm/OTE3OC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}