Introduction to piano

For beginners to both reading and playing, this classic course is the perfect way to start piano playing.

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Key course information

Dates
25/09/11 - 04/12/11

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
11 weeks

Time
13:45 - 15:15

Fees
Full fee: £143^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
ME865

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

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Course outline

What is the course about?

To introduce students to the keyboard and teach basic keyboard skills within a five finger pattern. To teach reading of music, treble and bass clef and to understand basic simple time rhythmic patterns. To make them aurally aware of everything they learn. Students are expected to practice at least 15 minutes a day.

What topics will we cover?

- Keyboard geography.
- How music is written. The stave, note names, clefs - treble and bass. Reading by shape, interval and pattern.
- Aural awareness of pitch - high/low, intervals, its relation to the keyboard.
- Rhythmic values, time signatures and rests.

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

- know keyboard geography. Easily find and name keys on the keyboard
- read and play a tune of at least 8 bars in either the bass or treble clef
- understand basic rhythmic symbols and realise simple rhythmic patterns
- play a short tune with some left hand supporting notes.

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

This course is for complete beginners (people who have never played before): no experience is needed. If you have some experience of playing piano, perhaps gained a long time ago, you may wish to come along to a music advice session where we will ensure that you enrol on a course that matches your level of knowledge. 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?

Group work. Tutor demonstration. Practical classes with aural back up to all theoretical study.

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

Keyboard for practice between classes. Material written and provided by tutor.

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. Informal verbal feedback by tutor. Peer assessment. There will be a termly progress check, based on material covered during 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?

Piano level 1 - Second steps in playing, or More introduction to piano playing.

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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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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