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Piano repertoire

If you have a minimum playing standard of grade 7-8, explore the wealth of piano repertoire, concentrating on style and period. You will broaden your interpretive skills and gain experience in performance practice.

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Key course information

Dates
21/09/11 - 20/06/12

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
29 weeks

Time
10:00 - 13:00

Fees
Full fee: £485
Senior fee: £276
Concession: £135

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
ME254*

Availability
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It may still be possible to enrol on this course - please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover missed content with you. Please be advised that the published course fees will apply.

Course outline

What is the course about?

You will broaden your knowledge of piano repertoire, explore in greater depth different styles and genres and increase your understanding of interpretive skills.

What topics will we cover?

- A wide repertoire within the broad range of a particular classical style
- Variety of genres and their development through different classical styles.

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

- Improve knowledge and awareness of repertoire including styles from the Renaissance period to contemporary styles as agreed by tutor and students in a workshop environment.
- Learn and develop technical skills
- Learn and develop interpretive skills
- Improve your awareness and skills in memorisation
- Gain further insight in how to practice the piano
- Improve one's understanding of musical forms and structures
- Develop performance skills with opportunities of informal concerts.

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

You will need a minimum standard Grade 8. 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?

Masterclass: each student plays and has individual coaching. You will benefit from listening and hearing advice and demonstration.

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

Music purchased from music shops or obtained from the library.

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 verbal tutor assessment and informal concert at end of each term.

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?

Another repertoire class or subject to appropriate progress, an advanced piano repertoire class.

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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