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All our courses here at City Lit are taught by expert tutors such as published authors, academics, practising artists, and experienced professionals. Our friendly, supportive, and inspiring tutors are here to boost your confidence and motivate you at every step. We always ensure that your journey with us is enjoyable, positive, and thought-provoking.
We offer online courses and in-person courses. Our interactive online courses are taught live and in small groups. Read our guide to online learning for more information. In-person courses are delivered at our modern college campus in London near Covent Garden.
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- Classical guitar 1ACourse start date: Fri 20 Sep 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Jeff RodriguesEnjoy learning to play guitar in the classical/Spanish style, and read notation, in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. This study requires you to play a nylon strung guitar. - Classical guitar 2A
Course start date: Fri 20 Sep 2024 (and 1 other date)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Jeff RodriguesIf you have studied playing and reading for Spanish classical guitar for at least 2 terms, join this course to develop your technical skills as you learn repertoire of solo and ensemble guitar music.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £139.00 - City Lit Big BandCourse start date: Sat 21 Sep 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Simon HenryAn ensemble for proficient jazz players to improve and maintain sight reading and section work, playing music from the classic era of Big Bands plus contemporary and original arrangements. Contact the music department to check availability of places for your instrument and to arrange an audition.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £139.00 - Jazz harmony and ear training 1ACourse start date: Sat 21 Sep 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Cerys HoggWe will study time, form, root movement and harmonic progression, chord types, intervals, scales and modes. Learn transcribed solos and participate in playing sessions. For players with a working knowledge of basic harmony and instrumental proficiency beyond grade 5. Please contact music@citylit.ac.uk to arrange to be assessed for entry to this course. Break week: 26 Oct 2024.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £139.00 - Saxophone 3ACourse start date: Sat 21 Sep 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Sarha MooreIdeal if you are at intermediate level playing your saxophone, can read and improvise, have some understanding of harmony, and experience of performing. Our repertoire will be pop, jazz and World music. Technical work on the instrument will be combined with solo playing, learning tunes, improvisation and musicianship training. - Jazz harmony and ear training 2ACourse start date: Sat 21 Sep 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Cerys HoggIf you already play jazz and can recognise intervals and diatonic seventh chords in sequence, come and develop your aural, harmonic and rhythmic sense through the study of jazz standards and improvisation. Most sessions will involve playing as an ensemble. Please contact music@citylit.ac.uk to arrange to be assessed if you are a new student. Break week: 26 Oct 2024.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £139.00 - Jazz harmony and ear training 3ACourse start date: Sat 21 Sep 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Della RhodesIn our 3rd year of study you will develop your aural, harmonic and rhythmic sense through the study of jazz standards, improvisation and transcription. Most sessions will involve playing as an ensemble, guided by aural skill and academic knowledge. Break week: 26 Oct 2024.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £139.00 - Saxophone 5Course start date: Sat 21 Sep 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Sarha MooreMaintain and extend your playing skills and musicianship in our advanced course. Repertoire is pop, jazz, and world music, and you will rehearse sax ensemble arrangements.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £139.00 - Saxophone 1ACourse start date: Sat 21 Sep 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: David HarrisonIdeal if you are a beginner or have recently begun to study the saxophone. Any other musical experience will be of advantage and you will need a tenor or alto saxophone for class. You will learn to play and to read music. Repertoire will comprise popular sounds, jazz and world music. - Ballroom and Latin: improversCourse start date: Sat 21 Sep 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Nuno SabrosoThe improvers classes are created for those who already have a basic knowledge in dance or have completed the beginners course. Here, you will be taught new steps and techniques as we polish and really perfect your existing skills. The main aim of the course is for you to continue to learn and develop your new skills whilst having fun and growing in confidence.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £139.00 - Ballroom and Latin: beginnersCourse start date: Sat 21 Sep 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Nuno SabrosoThis course is perfect for those who are new to Ballroom dance or looking to brush up on existing skills. Taught in a friendly and supportive atmosphere you will learn the basic steps and techniques of both Ballroom and Latin dance. No partner is required to join the course. You will perform with different members of the class, acquire some great dance knowledge and with the added benefit of feeling healthier!Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £139.00 - Acting: improvers Course start date: Sun 22 Sep 2024 (and 7 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: James JarrettExplore a range of exercises and acting techniques that will illuminate and enliven a variety of scripts and scenes in this improvers class. Consolidate techniques and deepen your understanding in a safe and supportive atmosphere.Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £195.00 - Acting: beginners
Course start date: Thu 19 Sep 2024 (and 10 other dates)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: James JarrettExplore the fundamentals of acting on this practical course, designed for people with little or no experience of acting. Increase your confidence and discover your potential in a safe and creative environment.Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £195.00 - Inclusive choir (for people with learning difficulties)Course start date: Mon 23 Sep 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Improve your vocal ability. Compose original group vocal pieces. Listen to music from different parts of the world. Perform to an audience.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £199.00 - PhotographyCourse start date: Mon 23 Sep 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Get skilful at taking pictures with your smartphone or digital camera. Edit your pictures by cropping and adding effects and filters. Print your pictures for people to look at in a book or an exhibition.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £199.00
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