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

Flute level 2

If you have completed 'Flute level 1', or have one to two years' experience (grades 1-2), come and develop various aspects of flute playing, including sight-reading, improvisation, solo and ensemble playing.

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Key course information

Dates
23/09/11 - 29/06/12

Day(s)
Fri

Duration
30 weeks

Time
19:45 - 21:15

Fees
Full fee: £305
Senior fee: £305

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
ME112*

Availability
Contact department

No concessionary fees are available as the limit has been reached.

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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?

A chance to expand your flute-playing skills and musical understanding, and gain confidence and enjoyment through progression in your abilities.

What topics will we cover?

- Continuation and development of areas covered in the level 1 course, i.e. tone, technique, articulation, intonation, embouchure, breathing, phrasing, dynamics and rhythm.
- Extending the range of notes to three octaves
- Major and minor scales and arpeggios up to four sharps and flats
-Chromatic scales
-Increasing aural perception
- Developing ability to improvise, sight-read and memorise, learning new techniques e.g. double tonguing, flutter tonguing and glissandi, working on ornamentation such as trills and mordents, gaining further understanding of musical theory, style and context through expanding repertoire of different musical styles and cultures.

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

- play a three-octave range of notes with more developed tone and tuning
- play with improved articulation, finger technique, breath control and greater understanding of the embouchure
- play with increased understanding of musical theory, style and context
- play with developed sense of rhythm
- demonstrate simple skills in the reading of music notation
- demonstrate skills in listening, improvising, sight-reading and memorising
- have achieved an integrated understanding of the above practical skills and theoretical knowledge.

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

You will need to have had at least one year's flute study, either through City Lit level 1 course or other tuition. 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 work, playing in unison and in two, three and four parts. Individuals will play to the group and with with piano accompaniment. There will be demonstrations by tutor and we will listen to flute recordings.

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

Some music will need to be purchased (approx. £8-£10 per term). Music may be borrowed from the City Lit 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. There will be end-of-term concerts.

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?

Flute level 3.

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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