Discover Music (for people with learning disabilities)
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- Start Date: 23 Sep 2025End Date: 23 Jun 2026Tue (Daytime): 10:30 - 12:30In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 30 sessions (over -40 weeks)Course Code: SD103Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £219.00
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What is the course about?
Discovering musical instruments
Choose and learn to play an instrument
Playing as a group.
What will we cover?
Rhythm
Time-keeping
Basic scales.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
Play in time
Play with other group members
Identify musical cues and gestures
Work on original music.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The course is for people with learning disabilities who are interested in playing music in a group.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Group discussion
Group work
Pair work
1-1 tuition
Tutor demonstration.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
No.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Percussion Orchestra.
Advice on courses for people with learning disabilities and additional support for other City Lit courses is available by appointment only. Please call 020 7492 2586 or email learningdisability@citylit.ac.uk to book an appointment.