Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Chamber music ensembles

Ideal if you enjoy playing in instrumental ensembles. Entry level is grade 5 and you will need to be able to sight-read fluently. Please apply early as some instrumental places will be limited.

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Key course information

Dates
22/09/11 - 28/06/12

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
30 weeks

Time
13:30 - 16:00

Fees
Full fee: £403
Senior fee: £228
Concession: £109

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
ME104*

Availability
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It may still be possible to enrol on this course - please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover missed content with you. Please be advised that the published course fees will apply.

Course outline

What is the course about?

You will play various chamber music pieces selected by the tutor in a mixed group. You will experience at first hand the worlds of the composers and the colours and possibilities of various instruments. Your commitment to the course and regular attendance is essential.

What topics will we cover?

- A selection of chamber music works appropriate to the abilities of the players.
- Listening skills when rehearsing and performing chamber music works.
- How to practise efficiently in order to achieve a good performance.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- play and perform with an improved sense of rhythm
- play with a better sense of phrasing and timbre
- play with a better sense of colouring and timbre
- react more sensitively with other players in a chamber music ensemble
- understand in detail the stylistic features of pieces studied and performed in class
- identify the characteristics of different instruments
- perform to other students and friends.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

You should have the technical ability of Grade 6 and above and a good sense of rhythm as well as good sight-reading skills. Please prepare a suitable piece that you will play in an advice session. You will need to be tolerant of other students in the group and receptive to tutor feedback. You will need to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Group tutoring every week. Approximately half an hour of tutoring each session. You will be required to practise in between sessions.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Where possible students supply their own music and instruments apart from the pianoforte. The City Lit has a well-stocked music library.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions. You will be required to bring a piece and your own instrument to an advice session.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Players perform to each other at the end of the term.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Playing in chamber music is one of the best ways to advance your technical and imaginative capabilities. Players then often work independently with other City Lit musicians.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2630

music@citylit.ac.uk

Auditions and Advice Information

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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