Clarinet 2C
Time: 20:00 - 21:30
Location: Keeley Street
This course has now started
- Course Code: ME106C
- Dates: 22/04/24 - 08/07/24
- Time: 20:00 - 21:30
- Taught: Mon, Evening
- Duration: 10 sessions (over 12 weeks)
- Location: Keeley Street
- Tutor: George Sleightholme
Course Code: ME106C
Duration: 10 sessions (over 12 weeks)
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What is the course about?
Develop your clarinet playing further in this course. Your tutor will guide you through techical and theoretical clarinet studies as well as introduce you to solo playing and music interpretation. A range of genres will be covered from classical to Jazz and popular styles, including some fun duets. For students who have at least one year of playing experience.
What will we cover?
The course covers more advanced aspects of clarinet technique up to around Grade 2 standard
- Breathing, articulation, fingering, tone etc.
- Music notation, including more complex rhythmic patterns
- beginning to play Grade 2 standard repertoire
- Individual repertoire as advised by the tutor.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Demonstrate key aspects of clarinet technique at an elementary level
- Sight-read music at a basic level
- Have greater confidence in simple improvisation
- Play in an ensemble.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
You should have had at least one year's playing experience and should be at ease with note-reading at Grade 2 standard and some very simple improvisation.
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?
Classes will comprise tutor explanation and demonstration, group playing along with the tutor and individual playing.
Sessions will also include class discussion, aural skills and theoretical study.
To make progress you will need to practise regularly outside class (ideally at least 20 minutes on least 5 days per week).
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Please bring your own Bb clarinet, supply of reeds, and a pencil. You will be asked to buy a recommended music-book by your tutor (approx price £15).The tutor will provide other musical material. If there are specific pieces you would like to learn, please feel free to suggest them to the tutor.
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When I've finished, what course can I do next?
You should be ready to progress to Clarinet
3 next academic year. Your tutor will advise.
You may also be interested in general musicianship, music theory or music appreciation to enhance your general
musical skills.
George is a freelance clarinet and bass clarinet player and teacher. Having graduated with Distinction from the Royal Academy of Music (MA, 2010), George regularly plays in Brandenburg Sinfonia in London with players from the top London orchestras. He is a member of Kidenza Orchestra, performing classical orchestral music to thousands of young audience members every year. George has given many premieres, including pieces for the LSO's Soundhub scheme and in various national festivals. He has recorded widely, including at Abbey Road Studios. George has released two albums with his group iyatraQuartet, to critical acclaim. They were awarded the Kennedy Award 2019 by violinist Nigel Kennedy. George has led music workshops for Music for Autism, Aldeburgh Participate! and Bristol Pre-Conservatoire, and performed several operas for Royal Opera House Education and Outreach. He also conducts Surbiton Royal British Legion Marching Band and Palace Band in Alexandra Palace and at Benslow Music.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
