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

Violin/viola level 1

Enjoy learning the basics of playing and reading in a friendly supportive atmosphere, whilst developing technique and tone quality through music of different styles. For complete beginners.

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Key course information

Dates
20/09/11 - 26/06/12

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
30 weeks

Time
15:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £202
Senior fee: £114
Concession: £54

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
ME115B

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 learn the basics of violin playing, including reading music notation, theory and tuning your violin.

What topics will we cover?

- Posture and movement.
- Rhythm.
- Reading and writing music.
- Sound production for bow and left hand.
- Listening for tuning and playing.
- Patterns of notes that allow you to play simple tunes.

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

- Manage the violin and bow.
- Tune your violin.
- Know the sound and structure of major scales.
- Read and improvise simple tunes and rhythms.

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

You are expected to be a complete beginner, so you do not need any previous knowledge of music or playing an instrument.

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

We work as a group with some individual attention from the tutor and frequent division into smaller groups. The tutor leads the class by explaining, demonstrating and playing with the group. You will make good progress if you play and practice at home for at least 15 minutes 4 or 5 times a week.

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

- You will need your own violin or viola costing about £70 or more.
- A folder for handouts and your notes is useful.
- You will need: pen, pencil, eraser, notepad and music paper.
- We will use 2 textbooks during the year costing about £10 each.

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. The tutor gives constant verbal feedback and you assess your own progress in conversation with the tutor from time to time.

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?

Violin / viola 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

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To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
20/09/11 to 26/06/12	Tue	16:40 - 17:40	30 weeks	£202	£114	N/A	ME115	Started	» Select
20/09/11 to 26/06/12	Tue	15:30 - 16:30	30 weeks	£202	£114	£54	ME115B	Started	» Select

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