Classical guitar level 1

Enjoy learning the basics of playing, reading and improvising in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. You should have a nylon-strung guitar, tutors can advise you.

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Key course information

Dates
31/10/11 - 02/07/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
25 weeks

Time
18:40 - 20:10

Fees
Full fee: £254
Senior fee: £254
Concession: £59

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
ME132

Availability
Available
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It may still be possible to enrol. Please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some of the course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover this with you.

Course outline

What is the course about?

You will establish a basic knowledge of finger style guitar playing in different styles of music and learn some simple improvisation techniques. You will also learn how to use basic music notation and learn a little about playing by ear.

What topics will we cover?

- Techniques including: single note playing, free stroke and rest stroke
- Basic notation to support your playing
- Learning and playing some selected scales (C, G, Am, Em, F) and arpeggio sequences (Em, Am B7)
- Basic chord shapes (Em, Am, B7, E,)
- Simple repertoire
- An introduction to composition
- Improvising short phrases
- Playing simple phrases by ear
- Spanish, 19th Century, South American and popular melodies.

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

- Demonstrate a basic understanding of simple chord shapes
- Play a small number of chords
- Play a limited number of scales - major and minor, arpeggio and chromatic scales
- Play repertoire learnt during the term
- Write your own simple compositions based on the chords learned
- Improvise a number of short phrases using a pentatonic scale
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of music theory equivalent to grade 1.

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

Beginner - no previous knowledge required or desired.

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

Group and individual work, teacher demonstrations and performance, active participation in City Lit guitar recitals.

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

None.

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

No.

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. Concert performance participation. Playing from music notation, if previously unfamiliar with this.

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?

Classical guitar level 2.

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.

Select another date / day / time

Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
21/09/11 to 27/06/12	Wed	18:15 - 19:45	30 weeks	£305	£305	£88	ME129	Started	» Select
31/10/11 to 02/07/12	Mon	18:40 - 20:10	25 weeks	£254	£254	£59	ME132	Started	» Select
11/01/12 to 27/06/12	Wed	16:30 - 18:00	20 weeks	£194	£110	£52	ME128	Started	» Select
27/04/12 to 29/06/12	Fri	18:00 - 19:30	10 weeks	£97	£97	£39	ME133	Full	» Select

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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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