Jazz course year 3

On this advanced course we will focus on ensemble playing, developing improvisation, applying our theoretical understanding to practical situations, and performance. You must have a good ear and sight-read well. Auditions at 12:00 on Friday 9th September 2011. Please call 020 7492 2633 to register interest.

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Key course information

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

Day(s)
Fri

Duration
30 weeks

Time
11:00 - 16:00

Fees
Full fee: £680
Senior fee: £387
Concession: £188

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
MG603*

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?

Continuing on from years 1 and 2, prepare for in-class playing sessions through ear-training practice.

What topics will we cover?

- Exercises will develop transcription skills and explore and practise approaches to improvising
- Improvising with the voice, notating chord progressions, guide tone lines, exploring scale choice and tensions
- Practice routines will be established for ear training skills
- Explore tools and devices like forward motion, double time feel, backing riffs, guide tones, enclosures
- Look at aspects of ensemble playing such as leading, instant arranging, dynamics, presentation
- Tackle an arranging project in term 3
- We hope to provide the opportunity to play in public at least once a term.

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

- Recognise any simple or compound interval, natural and altered tensions over chords
- Develop short-term memory for motif, pattern etc
- Sing, write and use modes of major, harmonic minor, melodic minor scales, altered and diminished sounds
- Transcribe single lines and chord progressions quickly and accurately
- Invent solo and backing ideas by ear
- Demonstrate extensive experience of playing in an ensemble as a rhythm section or front line player
- Improve response in playing situations
- Lead a jazz ensemble
- Increase expertise in matters of writing/arranging.

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

You should have good working knowledge of aural and academic harmony, recognition of intervals and basic chord types (major, minor 7, dominant and half-diminished) and minor and altered harmony. You need to be reasonably competent at reading, playing, and improvising in jazz and Latin styles. You will need to follow written and verbal instructions in English, engage in class discussions and take notes in English and staff notation.

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

All practical, lots of singing, transcribing musical ideas, and playing exercises and jazz standards together. You will also rehearse for gigs.

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

Please bring manuscript paper, a course file, your instrument and you may also want to buy CDs or download tracks for study.

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.

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. You will also be assessed through formal concerts at end of each term and informal presentations in class.

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?

At the end of the course you can progress onto Jazz composition and arranging and advanced jazz courses at City Lit.You may also want to practise your own teaching or take part in performancs.

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.

Contact us

Music

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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