Pop Piano course London: City Lit

Pop piano 2

If you are accustomed to the idiom and are well-versed in keyboard harmony and the interpretation of simple chord symbols, come and develop co-ordination, good timing, harmony, improvisation, playing by ear, repertoire and accompaniment skills.

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Key course information

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

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
15 weeks

Time
12:15 - 13:45

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

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
ME626*

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

Continue the work covered in Pop piano 1 and develop your piano technique and musicianship for playing popular music in appropriate rhythmic and harmonic language.

What topics will we cover?

- Revise level 1 harmony and develop triads into 7th chords
- Meet the modes of the major scale and learn how to use them as passing notes, chord extensions and for improvisation
- Lots of rhythm and co-ordination exercises, with the expectation that you practice these between classes
- Learn songs that exemplify a variety of pop styles.

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

- Play styles like reggae, rock ballad and pulse-based accompaniment
- Continue to develop a good practice routine
- Improve your interpretation of chord symbols
- Begin to improvise with confidence
- Improve rhythm skills and sensitivity to time.

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

You will need to read music for piano and be familiar with chord symbols such as D, Dm, D7 etc. Co-ordination and understanding of the keyboard as stipulated for Pop piano 1. 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 exercises, tunes and accompaniment practised as a group; counting, practising co-ordination of hands, singing along. Some sight reading and listening to recorded examples and playing along to backing tracks.

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

Please bring manuscript paper and file for class music required and a pencil and rubber, 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. Playing in class and developing the ability to cope with keyboard parts constitutes continual assessment. 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?

You can progress onto Pop piano 3.

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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