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Pop piano 1

If you have a good working knowledge of the keyboard (grade 5) you can develop your playing towards popular and jazz styles. Learn to play chord progressions and songs, and study the musicianship behind pop piano skills.

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Key course information

Dates
16/02/12 - 28/06/12

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
15 weeks

Time
19:45 - 21:15

Fees
Full fee: £158
Senior fee: £158
Concession: £50

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
ME622*

Availability
Contact department

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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?

Learn sufficient keyboard harmony to begin to negotiate playing from chord symbols. Develop a rhythmic, percussive playing style.

What topics will we cover?

- Build and practise playing triads derived from all major scales
- Learn to invert the triads (chord voicing) and add 7ths
- Introduction to chord symbols and how to interpret them
- Introduction to the cycle of fifths as a vehicle for practice
- Play together in class and keep strict time
- Modal harmony as it appears in the pop repertoire.

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

- Understand functional harmony, and be able to play simple progressions e.g. I, IV, V and II, V, I
- Play and rehearse in basic rhythms; play with a backing track
- Negotiate some simple songs
- Demonstrate a clear idea of how and what to practise.

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

You will need good co-ordination between hands, and independence of fingers. You should have completed Piano level 4 or be of equivalent confidence, i.e. be able to read notation, fluent in major and minor scales, and understand basic chords and their construction. 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 in a keyboards room with each student at a digital piano. Exercises and tunes (accompaniment) rehearsed and played as a group. Playing together is vital to this style of keyboard playing (imitating a band situation). Listening to examples. Your own practice between classes will be essential if you are to progress.

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

Manuscript pad and file for class music is required, and a pencil and eraser. Bring 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. Self-assessment is continuous as students play in class and develop the ability to cope with keyboard parts. Some performing as piano duos toward the end of the course.

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?

The next course to progress onto is Pop piano 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

Auditions and Advice Information

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
16/02/12 to 28/06/12	Thu	19:45 - 21:15	15 weeks	£158	£158	£50	ME622	Contact department	» Select
24/09/11 to 11/02/12	Sat	12:15 - 13:45	16 weeks	£153	£96	£50	ME621	Contact department	» Select

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