Gershwin's 'Porgy and Bess' and Britten's 'Billy Budd'

Find out about two great singing communities: the poor of Catfish Row and the crew of the HMS Endeavour.

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Key course information

Dates
16/04/12 - 02/07/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
10 weeks

Time
16:00 - 18:00

Fees
Full fee: £119
Senior fee: £67
Concession: £32

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
MD032

Availability
Available
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Course outline

What is the course about?

To encourage a love of opera and to help you understand the historical, literary and musical background of each individual work. Operas included in the course will be performed at a leading opera venue during the season, which you can attend if you wish.

What topics will we cover?

- The historical contexts of the operas
- The literary and musical background of the operas.

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

- understand and appreciate the operas
- place the operas in their historical contexts
- have a clear image of the plots of the two operas.

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

No previous knowledge or experience required.

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

Audio-visual and pianistic illustrations, occasionally visiting singers and visits to the opera.

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

None.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

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.

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?

Further Opera in Focus classes.

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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