A practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists with a music theory standard of grade 6+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can...
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This workshop will help you deepen your understanding of how harmony works, how it is employed by classical composers, and why it is an essential aspect of performance. Chord progressions are studied in historical context and illustrated via specific examples drawn from core keyboard repertoire. Students are free to choose keyboard works from the common practice period to work on in class. We may also develop technique with relevant repertoire and technical exercises. Though there is no minimum level of pianistic ability, this practical workshop requires a starting point of grade 6+ in music theory and confident sheet music reading skills. You will be asked to sight-read short passages in simple keys, and you will be asked to learn or analyse new pieces and exercises as homework.
What will we cover?
- Study of selected tonal keyboard works from the common practice period - Work on exercises derived from chosen repertoire - Harmonic analysis of keyboard works using Extended Roman Numeral notation - Study and work on chord progressions derived from chosen repertoire.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- give a technically-at-ease and harmonically-informed performance of a tonal keyboard work - undertake harmonic analysis of substantial excerpts of selected piano repertoire - broaden your understanding of how classical composers use harmony in their compositions - read, write and play chord progressions - present several correctly realised examples from the examples used in class.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This workshop is suitable for pianists who are keen to learn the theory behind their practice and who wish to explore harmony in both a practical and theoretical workshop. For pianists of grade 6+ standard, it also requires a starting point of grade 6 music theory (ability to rcognise and name diatonic chords) and confident sheet music reading skills.
There is a short test available by emailing music@citylit.ac.uk to check the level of your music theory skills if you are unsure.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
This course takes place in-person in a workshop format. Materials will be provided by the tutor. We use Google Classroom to share messages, documents, audio and video files and for you to submit any homework tasks.
The course will comprise combinations of lecture-demonstration, question-and-answer, guided listening, and music-manuscript study. You will undertake short, relevant tasks between classes and you will be expected to demonstrate your work in class.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You will need to bring your own sheet music, a pen/pencil and blank manuscript paper.
Please read or repertoire sheet for details of music books you are asked to bring to class with you: City Lit Piano Repertoire
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
You can continue studying Keyboard harmony and performance workshop as long as you wish. You may wish to explore Music theory: counterpoint for a systematic approach to voice-leading, fugal forms and higher-level theory. You may also be interested in our Piano workshops or Piano repertoire classes to study classical repertoire. Please note: we have multiple courses at different times throughout the week. Some courses are online, and some take place in our college building.
If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our blog: Choosing a piano class at City lit which lists our full sequence of piano classes.
For more details about musicianship and music theory please visit our blog: Musicianship and music theory at City lit which lists our full sequence of musicianship and music theory classes.
Ricardo Gosalbo is a Spanish-French pianist. He has held fellowships at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance and Guildhall School of Music and Drama, where he currently works as Spanish music tutor and staff accompanist. A devoted champion of Spanish and Hispano-American music, Ricardo combines his duties as artistic director of the Hispanic Music Series with his doctoral research on 19th-century Spanish Art Song. Ricardo has performed at many prestigious venues across Europe and has also been featured on BBC Radio 3 'InTune’. A multifaceted music collaborator, Ricardo is a founding member of the Deco Ensemble, praised as ‘one of the UK’s foremost tango ensembles.’ He has also worked extensively with contemporary dancers and choreographers. He has been the recipient of numerous prizes including the ‘Prix de Lied’ at the Concours International de chant-piano Nadia et Lili Boulanger, the Oxford Lieder Young Artist Platform and the Paul Hamburger Prize. Ricardo teaches piano and piano/keyboards classes, and accompanies classes in classical and music theatre singing.
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.
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https://www.citylit.ac.uk/keyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop671529Keyboard harmony and performance workshophttps://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/Musicianship_for_singers-1024.jpg399399GBPInStock/Courses/Courses/Performing arts/Courses/Performing arts/Music/Courses/Performing arts/Music/Music theory & musicianship22851314135113591228513141351<p>A practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists with a music theory standard of grade 6+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can inform our interpretative choices. <strong>Break Weeks:4, 25 May 2026, 26th Oct 2026, 15th Feb 2027, 3rd and 31st May 2027</strong></p>251182757Keyboard harmony and performance workshop369369https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/Musicianship_for_singers-1024.jpgInStockDaytimeMonKeeley StreetNo longer available5-10 weeksWeekday2026-04-13T00:00:00+00:00AdvancedApr 2026Performing artsMG429C369369Keyboard harmony and performance workshop295258369Ricardo Gosalbokeyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop/mg429c-2526<p>A practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists with a music theory standard of grade 6+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can inform our interpretative choices. <strong>Break Weeks:4, 25 May 2026, 26th Oct 2026, 15th Feb 2027, 3rd and 31st May 2027</strong></p>0030-Full|2026-04-13 00:00:00<p>This workshop will help you deepen your understanding of how harmony works, how it is employed by classical composers, and why it is an essential aspect of performance. Chord progressions are studied in historical context and illustrated via specific examples drawn from core keyboard repertoire. Students are free to choose keyboard works from the common practice period to work on in class. We may also develop technique with relevant repertoire and technical exercises. Though there is no minimum level of pianistic ability, this practical workshop requires a starting point of grade 6+ in music theory and confident sheet music reading skills. You will be asked to sight-read short passages in simple keys, and you will be asked to learn or analyse new pieces and exercises as homework.</p><p>A practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists with a music theory standard of grade 6+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can inform our interpretative choices. <strong>Break Weeks:4, 25 May 2026, 26th Oct 2026, 15th Feb 2027, 3rd and 31st May 2027</strong></p>- Study of selected tonal keyboard works from the common practice period<br>- Work on exercises derived from chosen repertoire<br>- Harmonic analysis of keyboard works using Extended Roman Numeral notation<br>- Study and work on chord progressions derived from chosen repertoire.- give a technically-at-ease and harmonically-informed performance of a tonal keyboard work<br>- undertake harmonic analysis of substantial excerpts of selected piano repertoire<br>- broaden your understanding of how classical composers use harmony in their compositions<br>- read, write and play chord progressions<br>- present several correctly realised examples from the examples used in class.<p>This workshop is suitable for pianists who are keen to learn the theory behind their practice and who wish to explore harmony in both a practical and theoretical workshop. For pianists of grade 6+ standard, it also requires a starting point of grade 6 music theory (ability to rcognise and name diatonic chords) and confident sheet music reading skills.</p><p>There is a short test available by emailing music@citylit.ac.uk to check the level of your music theory skills if you are unsure.</p><p>This course takes place in-person in a workshop format. Materials will be provided by the tutor. We use Google Classroom to share messages, documents, audio and video files and for you to submit any homework tasks.</p><p><br>The course will comprise combinations of lecture-demonstration, question-and-answer, guided listening, and music-manuscript study. You will undertake short, relevant tasks between classes and you will be expected to demonstrate your work in class.</p><p>You will need to bring your own sheet music, a pen/pencil and blank manuscript paper.</p><p>Please read or repertoire sheet for details of music books you are asked to bring to class with you: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?tab=t.0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">City Lit Piano Repertoire</a></p><p>You can continue studying <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/keyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keyboard harmony and performance workshop</a> as long as you wish. You may wish to explore <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/music-theory-counterpoint-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Music theory: counterpoint</a> for a systematic approach to voice-leading, fugal forms and higher-level theory. You may also be interested in our Piano workshops or Piano repertoire classes to study classical repertoire. Please note: we have multiple courses at different times throughout the week. Some courses are online, and some take place in our college building.</p><ul><li>If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our blog: <a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Choosing a piano class at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of piano classes.</li><li>For more details about musicianship and music theory please visit our blog: <a href=" http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/musicianship-music-theory-courses-city-lit" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Musicianship and music theory at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of musicianship and music theory classes.</li></ul>MusicMusic theory & musicianshipvirtual3034558Keyboard harmony and performance workshop399399https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/Musicianship_for_singers-1024.jpgInStockDaytimeMonKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-09-21T00:00:00+00:00AdvancedSep 2026Performing artsMG429A399399Keyboard harmony and performance workshop319279399Ricardo Gosalbokeyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop/mg429a-2627<p>A practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists with a music theory standard of grade 6+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can inform our interpretative choices. <strong>Break Weeks:4, 25 May 2026, 26th Oct 2026, 15th Feb 2027, 3rd and 31st May 2027</strong></p>0000-Available|2026-09-21 00:00:00<p>This workshop will help you deepen your understanding of how harmony works, how it is employed by classical composers, and why it is an essential aspect of performance. Chord progressions are studied in historical context and illustrated via specific examples drawn from core keyboard repertoire. Students are free to choose keyboard works from the common practice period to work on in class. We may also develop technique with relevant repertoire and technical exercises. Though there is no minimum level of pianistic ability, this practical workshop requires a starting point of grade 6+ in music theory and confident sheet music reading skills. You will be asked to sight-read short passages in simple keys, and you will be asked to learn or analyse new pieces and exercises as homework.</p><p>A practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists with a music theory standard of grade 6+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can inform our interpretative choices. <strong>Break Weeks:4, 25 May 2026, 26th Oct 2026, 15th Feb 2027, 3rd and 31st May 2027</strong></p>- Study of selected tonal keyboard works from the common practice period<br>- Work on exercises derived from chosen repertoire<br>- Harmonic analysis of keyboard works using Extended Roman Numeral notation<br>- Study and work on chord progressions derived from chosen repertoire.- give a technically-at-ease and harmonically-informed performance of a tonal keyboard work<br>- undertake harmonic analysis of substantial excerpts of selected piano repertoire<br>- broaden your understanding of how classical composers use harmony in their compositions<br>- read, write and play chord progressions<br>- present several correctly realised examples from the examples used in class.<p>This workshop is suitable for pianists who are keen to learn the theory behind their practice and who wish to explore harmony in both a practical and theoretical workshop. For pianists of grade 6+ standard, it also requires a starting point of grade 6 music theory (ability to rcognise and name diatonic chords) and confident sheet music reading skills.</p><p>There is a short test available by emailing music@citylit.ac.uk to check the level of your music theory skills if you are unsure.</p><p>This course takes place in-person in a workshop format. Materials will be provided by the tutor. We use Google Classroom to share messages, documents, audio and video files and for you to submit any homework tasks.</p><p><br>The course will comprise combinations of lecture-demonstration, question-and-answer, guided listening, and music-manuscript study. You will undertake short, relevant tasks between classes and you will be expected to demonstrate your work in class.</p><p>You will need to bring your own sheet music, a pen/pencil and blank manuscript paper.</p><p>Please read or repertoire sheet for details of music books you are asked to bring to class with you: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?tab=t.0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">City Lit Piano Repertoire</a></p><p>You can continue studying <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/keyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keyboard harmony and performance workshop</a> as long as you wish. You may wish to explore <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/music-theory-counterpoint-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Music theory: counterpoint</a> for a systematic approach to voice-leading, fugal forms and higher-level theory. You may also be interested in our Piano workshops or Piano repertoire classes to study classical repertoire. Please note: we have multiple courses at different times throughout the week. Some courses are online, and some take place in our college building.</p><ul><li>If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our blog: <a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Choosing a piano class at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of piano classes.</li><li>For more details about musicianship and music theory please visit our blog: <a href=" http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/musicianship-music-theory-courses-city-lit" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Musicianship and music theory at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of musicianship and music theory classes.</li></ul>MusicMusic theory & musicianshipvirtual3034561Keyboard harmony and performance workshop399399https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/Musicianship_for_singers-1024.jpgInStockDaytimeMonKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2027-01-11T00:00:00+00:00AdvancedJan 2027Performing artsMG429B399399Keyboard harmony and performance workshop319279399Ricardo Gosalbokeyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop/mg429b-2627<p>A practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists with a music theory standard of grade 6+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can inform our interpretative choices. <strong>Break Weeks:4, 25 May 2026, 26th Oct 2026, 15th Feb 2027, 3rd and 31st May 2027</strong></p>0000-Available|2027-01-11 00:00:00<p>This workshop will help you deepen your understanding of how harmony works, how it is employed by classical composers, and why it is an essential aspect of performance. Chord progressions are studied in historical context and illustrated via specific examples drawn from core keyboard repertoire. Students are free to choose keyboard works from the common practice period to work on in class. We may also develop technique with relevant repertoire and technical exercises. Though there is no minimum level of pianistic ability, this practical workshop requires a starting point of grade 6+ in music theory and confident sheet music reading skills. You will be asked to sight-read short passages in simple keys, and you will be asked to learn or analyse new pieces and exercises as homework.</p><p>A practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists with a music theory standard of grade 6+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can inform our interpretative choices. <strong>Break Weeks:4, 25 May 2026, 26th Oct 2026, 15th Feb 2027, 3rd and 31st May 2027</strong></p>- Study of selected tonal keyboard works from the common practice period<br>- Work on exercises derived from chosen repertoire<br>- Harmonic analysis of keyboard works using Extended Roman Numeral notation<br>- Study and work on chord progressions derived from chosen repertoire.- give a technically-at-ease and harmonically-informed performance of a tonal keyboard work<br>- undertake harmonic analysis of substantial excerpts of selected piano repertoire<br>- broaden your understanding of how classical composers use harmony in their compositions<br>- read, write and play chord progressions<br>- present several correctly realised examples from the examples used in class.<p>This workshop is suitable for pianists who are keen to learn the theory behind their practice and who wish to explore harmony in both a practical and theoretical workshop. For pianists of grade 6+ standard, it also requires a starting point of grade 6 music theory (ability to rcognise and name diatonic chords) and confident sheet music reading skills.</p><p>There is a short test available by emailing music@citylit.ac.uk to check the level of your music theory skills if you are unsure.</p><p>This course takes place in-person in a workshop format. Materials will be provided by the tutor. We use Google Classroom to share messages, documents, audio and video files and for you to submit any homework tasks.</p><p><br>The course will comprise combinations of lecture-demonstration, question-and-answer, guided listening, and music-manuscript study. You will undertake short, relevant tasks between classes and you will be expected to demonstrate your work in class.</p><p>You will need to bring your own sheet music, a pen/pencil and blank manuscript paper.</p><p>Please read or repertoire sheet for details of music books you are asked to bring to class with you: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?tab=t.0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">City Lit Piano Repertoire</a></p><p>You can continue studying <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/keyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keyboard harmony and performance workshop</a> as long as you wish. You may wish to explore <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/music-theory-counterpoint-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Music theory: counterpoint</a> for a systematic approach to voice-leading, fugal forms and higher-level theory. You may also be interested in our Piano workshops or Piano repertoire classes to study classical repertoire. Please note: we have multiple courses at different times throughout the week. Some courses are online, and some take place in our college building.</p><ul><li>If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our blog: <a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Choosing a piano class at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of piano classes.</li><li>For more details about musicianship and music theory please visit our blog: <a href=" http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/musicianship-music-theory-courses-city-lit" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Musicianship and music theory at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of musicianship and music theory classes.</li></ul>MusicMusic theory & musicianshipvirtual3034564Keyboard harmony and performance workshop399399https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/Musicianship_for_singers-1024.jpgInStockDaytimeMonKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2027-04-12T00:00:00+00:00AdvancedApr 2027Performing artsMG429C399399Keyboard harmony and performance workshop319279399Ricardo Gosalbokeyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop/mg429c-2627<p>A practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists with a music theory standard of grade 6+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can inform our interpretative choices. <strong>Break Weeks:4, 25 May 2026, 26th Oct 2026, 15th Feb 2027, 3rd and 31st May 2027</strong></p>0000-Available|2027-04-12 00:00:00<p>This workshop will help you deepen your understanding of how harmony works, how it is employed by classical composers, and why it is an essential aspect of performance. Chord progressions are studied in historical context and illustrated via specific examples drawn from core keyboard repertoire. Students are free to choose keyboard works from the common practice period to work on in class. We may also develop technique with relevant repertoire and technical exercises. Though there is no minimum level of pianistic ability, this practical workshop requires a starting point of grade 6+ in music theory and confident sheet music reading skills. You will be asked to sight-read short passages in simple keys, and you will be asked to learn or analyse new pieces and exercises as homework.</p><p>A practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists with a music theory standard of grade 6+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can inform our interpretative choices. <strong>Break Weeks:4, 25 May 2026, 26th Oct 2026, 15th Feb 2027, 3rd and 31st May 2027</strong></p>- Study of selected tonal keyboard works from the common practice period<br>- Work on exercises derived from chosen repertoire<br>- Harmonic analysis of keyboard works using Extended Roman Numeral notation<br>- Study and work on chord progressions derived from chosen repertoire.- give a technically-at-ease and harmonically-informed performance of a tonal keyboard work<br>- undertake harmonic analysis of substantial excerpts of selected piano repertoire<br>- broaden your understanding of how classical composers use harmony in their compositions<br>- read, write and play chord progressions<br>- present several correctly realised examples from the examples used in class.<p>This workshop is suitable for pianists who are keen to learn the theory behind their practice and who wish to explore harmony in both a practical and theoretical workshop. For pianists of grade 6+ standard, it also requires a starting point of grade 6 music theory (ability to rcognise and name diatonic chords) and confident sheet music reading skills.</p><p>There is a short test available by emailing music@citylit.ac.uk to check the level of your music theory skills if you are unsure.</p><p>This course takes place in-person in a workshop format. Materials will be provided by the tutor. We use Google Classroom to share messages, documents, audio and video files and for you to submit any homework tasks.</p><p><br>The course will comprise combinations of lecture-demonstration, question-and-answer, guided listening, and music-manuscript study. You will undertake short, relevant tasks between classes and you will be expected to demonstrate your work in class.</p><p>You will need to bring your own sheet music, a pen/pencil and blank manuscript paper.</p><p>Please read or repertoire sheet for details of music books you are asked to bring to class with you: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?tab=t.0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">City Lit Piano Repertoire</a></p><p>You can continue studying <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/keyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keyboard harmony and performance workshop</a> as long as you wish. You may wish to explore <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/music-theory-counterpoint-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Music theory: counterpoint</a> for a systematic approach to voice-leading, fugal forms and higher-level theory. You may also be interested in our Piano workshops or Piano repertoire classes to study classical repertoire. Please note: we have multiple courses at different times throughout the week. Some courses are online, and some take place in our college building.</p><ul><li>If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our blog: <a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Choosing a piano class at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of piano classes.</li><li>For more details about musicianship and music theory please visit our blog: <a href=" http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/musicianship-music-theory-courses-city-lit" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Musicianship and music theory at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of musicianship and music theory classes.</li></ul>MusicMusic theory & musicianshipvirtual295,319369,399258,279MG429C,MG429A,MG429BINTMon21/09/26 - 30/11/2610:30 - 13:3010:3013:3010 sessions (over 11 weeks)105-10 weeksDaytimeWeekdayKSKeeley StreetRicardo GosalboAdvancedNo longer available,Available courses2026-04-13T00:00:00+00:00,2026-09-21T00:00:00+00:00,2027-01-11T00:00:00+00:00,2027-04-12T00:00:00+00:00Apr 2026,Sep 2026,Jan 2027,Apr 2027Performing arts369369,399Keyboard harmony and performance workshopkeyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop/mg429c-2526,keyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop/mg429a-2627,keyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop/mg429b-2627,keyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop/mg429c-2627<p>A practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists with a music theory standard of grade 6+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can inform our interpretative choices. <strong>Break Weeks:4, 25 May 2026, 26th Oct 2026, 15th Feb 2027, 3rd and 31st May 2027</strong></p>0000-Available|2026-09-21 00:00:00<p>This workshop will help you deepen your understanding of how harmony works, how it is employed by classical composers, and why it is an essential aspect of performance. Chord progressions are studied in historical context and illustrated via specific examples drawn from core keyboard repertoire. Students are free to choose keyboard works from the common practice period to work on in class. We may also develop technique with relevant repertoire and technical exercises. Though there is no minimum level of pianistic ability, this practical workshop requires a starting point of grade 6+ in music theory and confident sheet music reading skills. You will be asked to sight-read short passages in simple keys, and you will be asked to learn or analyse new pieces and exercises as homework.</p><p>A practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists with a music theory standard of grade 6+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can inform our interpretative choices. <strong>Break Weeks:4, 25 May 2026, 26th Oct 2026, 15th Feb 2027, 3rd and 31st May 2027</strong></p>- Study of selected tonal keyboard works from the common practice period<br>- Work on exercises derived from chosen repertoire<br>- Harmonic analysis of keyboard works using Extended Roman Numeral notation<br>- Study and work on chord progressions derived from chosen repertoire.- give a technically-at-ease and harmonically-informed performance of a tonal keyboard work<br>- undertake harmonic analysis of substantial excerpts of selected piano repertoire<br>- broaden your understanding of how classical composers use harmony in their compositions<br>- read, write and play chord progressions<br>- present several correctly realised examples from the examples used in class.<p>This workshop is suitable for pianists who are keen to learn the theory behind their practice and who wish to explore harmony in both a practical and theoretical workshop. For pianists of grade 6+ standard, it also requires a starting point of grade 6 music theory (ability to rcognise and name diatonic chords) and confident sheet music reading skills.</p><p>There is a short test available by emailing music@citylit.ac.uk to check the level of your music theory skills if you are unsure.</p><p>This course takes place in-person in a workshop format. Materials will be provided by the tutor. We use Google Classroom to share messages, documents, audio and video files and for you to submit any homework tasks.</p><p><br>The course will comprise combinations of lecture-demonstration, question-and-answer, guided listening, and music-manuscript study. You will undertake short, relevant tasks between classes and you will be expected to demonstrate your work in class.</p><p>You will need to bring your own sheet music, a pen/pencil and blank manuscript paper.</p><p>Please read or repertoire sheet for details of music books you are asked to bring to class with you: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?tab=t.0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">City Lit Piano Repertoire</a></p><p>You can continue studying <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/keyboard-harmony-and-performance-workshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keyboard harmony and performance workshop</a> as long as you wish. You may wish to explore <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/music-theory-counterpoint-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Music theory: counterpoint</a> for a systematic approach to voice-leading, fugal forms and higher-level theory. You may also be interested in our Piano workshops or Piano repertoire classes to study classical repertoire. Please note: we have multiple courses at different times throughout the week. Some courses are online, and some take place in our college building.</p><ul><li>If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our blog: <a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Choosing a piano class at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of piano classes.</li><li>For more details about musicianship and music theory please visit our blog: <a href=" http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/musicianship-music-theory-courses-city-lit" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Musicianship and music theory at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of musicianship and music theory classes.</li></ul>MusicMusic theory & musicianshipconfigurable
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