Jazz piano 2

Try more difficult tunes and conventions than on 'Jazz piano 1', with more practice at 'comping' and soloing. You will need a thorough working knowledge of jazz harmony to get the most from this course.

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Key course information

Dates
18/02/12 - 30/06/12

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
15 weeks

Time
14:00 - 15:30

Fees
Full fee: £153
Senior fee: £96
Concession: £50

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
ME625A*

Availability
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Interview required before you can enrol

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.

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

Course outline

What is the course about?

Learn to play and improvise over intermediate level standards in swing and Latin syles. Develop the strategies covered in jazz piano 1, and expand your repertoire of tunes.

What topics will we cover?

- Essential playing material that is 24-32 bars in length
- More harmonically interesting chord changes in turnarounds
- Modal tunes and modal playing
- Approaches to improvising
- How to practise; what to practise.

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

- Play regular standard tunes in major/relative minor keys
- Solo over this type of standard
- Build intros, create basslines
- Comp (accompany) effectively
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of how to play in swing and latin time.

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

You should have completed Jazz piano1 or have intermediate playing skills (grade 5 minimum), experience of listening to jazz piano and the ability to understand and interpret chord changes in standards. Confidence in your use of scales and modes.
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?

You will be taught through tutorial input with appropriate individual help / advice and practising to rhythm section backing tapes. Mostly you will play as a group, and practice at a digital piano.

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

Please bring manuscript paper and a pencil and a machine to record class if you wish.

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. Continuous informal verbal feedback from tutor and peers as you take part in class activity & presentations.

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?

You can progress onto Jazz piano 3 or Latin piano.

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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