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

Violin/viola level 2

If you have completed 'Violin/viola level 1', or if you have had at least one year's tuition (approximately grade 1-2), come and explore technique and sight-reading, with the opportunity to enjoy playing ensemble music.

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Key course information

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

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
30 weeks

Time
17:50 - 18:50

Fees
Full fee: £223
Senior fee: £126

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
ME116*

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

This course is full

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music@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2630

Course outline

What is the course about?

This is the 2nd year of violin playing, including reading music notation, theory and tuning your violin. By the end of the year your playing should be Grade 1 plus standard.

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.
- Major and minor keys and scales.

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

-Tune your violin.
- Play an independent line of music in rounds and songs.
- Know the sound and structure of major and minor scales.
- Read and improvise simple tunes and rhythms.

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

You are expected to have learned already for about a year and should be able to play with the bow and read major scale note patterns starting on each “open” string.

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.
- The course is not linked to national “grade” exams, but we do support individuals who wish to take an exam – probably grade 1 or 2 at this stage.
- You will make good progress if you play and practise at home for about 20 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?

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. Individuals may want to take national graded exams (Grade 2). This will be supported by the tutor, but is not part of the course. Participating in City Lit occasional public concerts. May join local orchestra/group. regular tutor feedback, peer and self-assessment.

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 3. Higher level City Lit courses and orchestras.

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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