This fourth year of our piano programme continues with repertoire of a grade 2-3 standard. Improve your hand co-ordination, musical phrasing, reading and technique, and improve your confidence.
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Working with grade 2 standard repertoire at first, you will achieve greater confidence in co-ordination of hands, rhythmical work and a range of dynamics. Improve your musicianship, keyboard harmony skills and aural awareness. You will extend your theoretical knowledge in order to fully understand the pieces you are playing and as the course progresses you will begin to encounter some elements of the grade 3 syllabus. You need access to a full-sized acoustic or digital piano for lessons and practice.
What will we cover?
Developing dynamic range
Developing co-ordination skills in variety of articulations i.e. play one hand legato and one staccato
Technical problems, style and performance skills will be discussed
Develop practice strategies.
Repertoire will work from grade 2 towards an approximate grade 3 standard (over the course of the whole year)
Scales (over the whole year): C, G, F, D and A majors and A, E, D and B minors (harmonic and melodic, 2 octaves, hands together).
Arpeggios in the same keys (2 octaves, hands separately).
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Perform at least 3 pieces on the piano from the class repertoire
Be able to use gradual dynamics
Perform 4 major scales and 3 minor scales suitable for the level
Play using staccato in one hand and legato in the other
Develop technical exercises to deal with a number of technical problems.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Students should have completed City Lit Piano/keyboards 2 or have equivalent experience as this course draws on material of an approximate Grade 2/3 standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.
If you need any further advice please visit the Piano Department Pagewhich lists our full sequence of piano classes and you can always contact the music department directly - music@citylit.ac.uk
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
All courses use Google Classroom to share materials and messages, including any homework tasks. You will learn through:
tutor explanation and demonstration
group playing and individual demonstration tasks
To make good progress a regular practice routine is essential. We recommend a minimum of 20-30 minutes, 4-5 times per week.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Students should have access to a keyboard or piano for practice between classes plus material, usually one or two printed books (approx. cost £10 each). To see the repertoire and any required music books you will need to bring to this course please refer to our list as follows: City lit piano repertoire books [external website] A notebook and pencil is also useful. Students should have access to a keyboard or piano for practice between classes plus material, usually one or two printed books (approx. cost £10 each). A notebook and pencil are also useful.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
This course leads to ‘Piano/keyboards 3C’. Please note: we have multiple courses at different times throughout the week.
You may wish to support your learning through a focus on reading, writing and hearing music and musical patterns. 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.
Ana Claudia Magalhaes is from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She has a degree in Music (main instrument Piano) at the School of Music of Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. She also attended for many years, the piano class of Gloria Maria da Fonseca Costa, a former pupil of Alexander Siloti. Gloria Maria was a major influence and inspiration in Ana's piano studies. Ana came to London in 1996, where she took the Post Graduate and MA degree in Music Teaching at the Professional Practice at the University of Reading. She has a passion for teaching, individually and in groups, from beginners to advanced, children and adults and she enjoys adapting her teaching according to the main needs of her students/classes. Although her main Musical Education was Classical, Ana has also developed the ability to improvise and play by ear since her teens when playing in bands with her youth friends and she thinks this freedom was very important for her formation as a musician. Ana plays solo but she also enjoys mainly playing chamber music, accompanied by other people. She has combined teaching and performing since she lived in Brazil.
Cheslav SinghSee moreSee less
Cheslav has performed internationally as a pianist at renowned venues, on radio and television in many different contexts, playing everything from Beethoven to free jazz. Since 2011, he has been actively involved in contemporary classical music, having co- founded the audiovisual group a=b=x=y. As s composer he has written in genres ranging from solo pieces to works for symphony orchestra. He is also the co-founder of Our 'PL'ace Foundation, through which, among other activities, he co-curates an annual International Audiovisual Art Festival. As an educator, he is the author of two academic courses on music appreciation, based on the methodology set out by Dr Craig White of Yale University. Cheslav remains active in searching for extended playing techniques on the border between acoustic and electronic music, plays the organ, has a keen interest in tuning systems and is an active student and researcher of Gurba¯n?i¯ San?gi¯ta, having had the immense fortune of being able to work with and for its foremost exponent Bhai Baldeep Singh since 2013.
David FrankelSee moreSee less
Early signs of musical activity indicated David’s future path, and after taking grades on both piano and viola, he obtained a first-class honours degree in music at Leeds University, studying both instruments. He subsequently completed a postgraduate jazz course at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, studying piano with Simon Purcell, where he obtained an LGSM. He obtained an MMus in composition with Merit at Trinity Laban Conservatoire, with support from the Trinity College London scholarship, studying with Deirdre Gribbin, Gwyn Pritchard and Paul Newland. David is passionate about teaching, and teaches adult piano students at City Lit, as well as piano to individuals in his private practice and to young learners for Richmond Music Trust. He also performs from time to time as a jazz and classical pianist and undertakes practical music examining work for ABRSM jazz and classical syllabuses both in the UK and abroad. David also enjoys playing chamber music on viola.
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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Improve your hand co-ordination, musical phrasing, reading and technique, and improve your confidence.</p><ul><li>Developing dynamic range</li><li>Developing co-ordination skills in variety of articulations i.e. play one hand legato and one staccato</li><li>Technical problems, style and performance skills will be discussed</li><li>Develop practice strategies.</li><li>Repertoire will work from grade 2 towards an approximate grade 3 standard (over the course of the whole year)</li><li>Scales (over the whole year): C, G, F, D and A majors and A, E, D and B minors (harmonic and melodic, 2 octaves, hands together).</li><li>Arpeggios in the same keys (2 octaves, hands separately).</li></ul><ul><li>Perform at least 3 pieces on the piano from the class repertoire</li><li>Be able to use gradual dynamics</li><li>Perform 4 major scales and 3 minor scales suitable for the level</li><li>Play using staccato in one hand and legato in the other</li><li>Develop technical exercises to deal with a number of technical problems.</li></ul><p>Students should have completed City Lit Piano/keyboards 2 or have equivalent experience as this course draws on material of an approximate Grade 2/3 standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.<br/><br/>If you need any further advice please visit the <strong><a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Piano Department Page</a> </strong>which lists our full sequence of piano classes and you can always contact the music department directly - music@citylit.ac.uk</p><p>All courses use Google Classroom to share materials and messages, including any homework tasks.<br/>You will learn through:</p><ul><li>tutor explanation and demonstration</li><li>group playing and individual demonstration tasks</li></ul><p>To make good progress a regular practice routine is essential. We recommend a minimum of 20-30 minutes, 4-5 times per week.</p>Students should have access to a keyboard or piano for practice between classes plus material, usually one or two printed books (approx. cost £10 each). <br/>To see the repertoire and any required music books you will need to bring to this course please refer to our list as follows: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharingtarget=_blankrel=noopener" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City lit piano repertoire books</a> [external website]<br/>A notebook and pencil is also useful. Students should have access to a keyboard or piano for practice between classes plus material, usually one or two printed books (approx. cost £10 each). A notebook and pencil are also useful.<p>This course leads to ‘Piano/keyboards 3C’.<br/>Please note: we have multiple courses at different times throughout the week.</p><p>You may wish to support your learning through a focus on reading, writing and hearing music and musical patterns. 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" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Musicianship and music theory at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of musicianship and music theory classes.</p>MusicPiano/keyboards classesvirtual3039544Piano/keyboards 3B279279https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/piano-workshop-6-1024_1.jpgInStockDaytimeSatKeeley StreetAvailable courses11 weeks or longerWeekend2027-01-09T00:00:00+00:00Some experienceJan 2027Performing artsME241B279279Piano/keyboards 3B279195279Ana Claudia Magalhaespiano-keyboards-3b/me241b-2627<p>This fourth year of our classical piano programme continues with repertoire of a grade 2 standard. 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Improve your hand co-ordination, musical phrasing, reading and technique, and improve your confidence.</p><ul><li>Developing dynamic range</li><li>Developing co-ordination skills in variety of articulations i.e. play one hand legato and one staccato</li><li>Technical problems, style and performance skills will be discussed</li><li>Develop practice strategies.</li><li>Repertoire will work from grade 2 towards an approximate grade 3 standard (over the course of the whole year)</li><li>Scales (over the whole year): C, G, F, D and A majors and A, E, D and B minors (harmonic and melodic, 2 octaves, hands together).</li><li>Arpeggios in the same keys (2 octaves, hands separately).</li></ul><ul><li>Perform at least 3 pieces on the piano from the class repertoire</li><li>Be able to use gradual dynamics</li><li>Perform 4 major scales and 3 minor scales suitable for the level</li><li>Play using staccato in one hand and legato in the other</li><li>Develop technical exercises to deal with a number of technical problems.</li></ul><p>Students should have completed City Lit Piano/keyboards 3A or have equivalent experience as this course draws on material of an approximate Grade 2/3 standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.</p><p><br/>If you already have experience of playing piano and/or reading music, please visit the <strong><a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City Lit Piano Department Page</a></strong> to help you choose the right level. If you need any further advice, please email <strong><a href="mailto:music@citylit.ac.uk?subject=Piano%20Classes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">music@citylit.ac.uk</a></strong>. </p><p>All courses use Google Classroom to share materials and messages, including any homework tasks.<br/>You will learn through:</p><ul><li>tutor explanation and demonstration</li><li>group playing and individual demonstration tasks</li></ul><p>To make good progress a regular practice routine is essential. We recommend a minimum of 30-40 minutes, 4-5 times per week.</p><p>Students should have access to a keyboard or piano for practice between classes plus material, usually one or two printed books (approx. cost £10 each). Please check the <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?tab=t.0#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>City Lit Piano Repertoire Books Page</strong></a> to make sure that you obtain the correct book for your class. If you are unsure, please <a href="mailto:music@citylit.ac.uk?subject=Piano%20Classes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>contact the music department</strong></a> for further advice. A notebook and pencil are also useful.</p><p>This course leads to Piano/keyboards 3C. You may wish to support your learning through a focus on reading, writing and hearing music and musical patterns. 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" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Musicianship and music theory at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of musicianship and music theory classes.</p>MusicPiano/keyboards classesvirtual3039556Piano/keyboards 3B229229https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/piano-workshop-6-1024_1.jpgInStockDaytimeThuKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2027-01-14T00:00:00+00:00Some experienceJan 2027Performing artsME245B229229Piano/keyboards 3B183160229David Frankelpiano-keyboards-3b/me245b-2627<p>This fourth year of our classical piano programme continues with repertoire of a grade 2 standard. Improve your hand co-ordination, musical phrasing, reading and technique, and improve your confidence.</p>0000-Available|2027-01-14 00:00:00<p>Working with grade 2-3 standard repertoire, you will achieve greater confidence in co-ordination of hands, rhythmical work and a range of dynamics. Improve your musicianship, keyboard harmony skills and aural awareness. You will extend your theoretical knowledge in order to fully understand the pieces you are playing and as the course progresses you will begin to encounter some elements of the grade 3 syllabus. You need access to a full-sized digital or acoustic piano for practice. This course continues to Piano/keyboards 3C.</p><p>This fourth year of our classical piano programme continues with repertoire of a grade 2 standard. Improve your hand co-ordination, musical phrasing, reading and technique, and improve your confidence.</p><ul><li>Developing dynamic range</li><li>Developing co-ordination skills in variety of articulations i.e. play one hand legato and one staccato</li><li>Technical problems, style and performance skills will be discussed</li><li>Develop practice strategies.</li><li>Repertoire will work from grade 2 towards an approximate grade 3 standard (over the course of the whole year)</li><li>Scales (over the whole year): C, G, F, D and A majors and A, E, D and B minors (harmonic and melodic, 2 octaves, hands together).</li><li>Arpeggios in the same keys (2 octaves, hands separately).</li></ul><ul><li>Perform at least 3 pieces on the piano from the class repertoire</li><li>Be able to use gradual dynamics</li><li>Perform 4 major scales and 3 minor scales suitable for the level</li><li>Play using staccato in one hand and legato in the other</li><li>Develop technical exercises to deal with a number of technical problems.</li></ul><p>Students should have completed City Lit Piano/keyboards 3A or have equivalent experience as this course draws on material of an approximate Grade 2/3 standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.</p><p><br/>If you already have experience of playing piano and/or reading music, please visit the <strong><a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City Lit Piano Department Page</a></strong> to help you choose the right level. If you need any further advice, please email <strong><a href="mailto:music@citylit.ac.uk?subject=Piano%20Classes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">music@citylit.ac.uk</a></strong>. </p><p>All courses use Google Classroom to share materials and messages, including any homework tasks.<br/>You will learn through:</p><ul><li>tutor explanation and demonstration</li><li>group playing and individual demonstration tasks</li></ul><p>To make good progress a regular practice routine is essential. We recommend a minimum of 30-40 minutes, 4-5 times per week.</p><p>Students should have access to a keyboard or piano for practice between classes plus material, usually one or two printed books (approx. cost £10 each). Please check the <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?tab=t.0#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>City Lit Piano Repertoire Books Page</strong></a> to make sure that you obtain the correct book for your class. If you are unsure, please <a href="mailto:music@citylit.ac.uk?subject=Piano%20Classes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>contact the music department</strong></a> for further advice. A notebook and pencil are also useful.</p><p>This course leads to Piano/keyboards 3C. You may wish to support your learning through a focus on reading, writing and hearing music and musical patterns. 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" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Musicianship and music theory at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of musicianship and music theory classes.</p>MusicPiano/keyboards classesvirtual3039574Piano/keyboards 3B249249https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/piano-workshop-6-1024_1.jpgInStockEveningMonKeeley StreetAvailable courses11 weeks or longerWeekday2027-01-11T00:00:00+00:00Some experienceJan 2027Performing artsME287B249249Piano/keyboards 3B199174249Cheslav Singhpiano-keyboards-3b/me287b-2627<p>This fourth year of our classical piano programme continues with repertoire of a grade 2 standard. Improve your hand co-ordination, musical phrasing, reading and technique, and improve your confidence.</p>0000-Available|2027-01-11 00:00:00<p>Working with grade 2-3 standard repertoire, you will achieve greater confidence in co-ordination of hands, rhythmical work and a range of dynamics. Improve your musicianship, keyboard harmony skills and aural awareness. You will extend your theoretical knowledge in order to fully understand the pieces you are playing and as the course progresses you will begin to encounter some elements of the grade 3 syllabus. You need access to a full-sized digital or acoustic piano for practice. This course continues to Piano/keyboards 3C.</p><p>This fourth year of our classical piano programme continues with repertoire of a grade 2 standard. Improve your hand co-ordination, musical phrasing, reading and technique, and improve your confidence.</p><ul><li>Developing dynamic range</li><li>Developing co-ordination skills in variety of articulations i.e. play one hand legato and one staccato</li><li>Technical problems, style and performance skills will be discussed</li><li>Develop practice strategies.</li><li>Repertoire will work from grade 2 towards an approximate grade 3 standard (over the course of the whole year)</li><li>Scales (over the whole year): C, G, F, D and A majors and A, E, D and B minors (harmonic and melodic, 2 octaves, hands together).</li><li>Arpeggios in the same keys (2 octaves, hands separately).</li></ul><ul><li>Perform at least 3 pieces on the piano from the class repertoire</li><li>Be able to use gradual dynamics</li><li>Perform 4 major scales and 3 minor scales suitable for the level</li><li>Play using staccato in one hand and legato in the other</li><li>Develop technical exercises to deal with a number of technical problems.</li></ul><p>Students should have completed City Lit Piano/keyboards 3A or have equivalent experience as this course draws on material of an approximate Grade 2/3 standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.</p><p><br/>If you already have experience of playing piano and/or reading music, please visit the <strong><a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City Lit Piano Department Page</a></strong> to help you choose the right level. If you need any further advice, please email <strong><a href="mailto:music@citylit.ac.uk?subject=Piano%20Classes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">music@citylit.ac.uk</a></strong>. </p><p>All courses use Google Classroom to share materials and messages, including any homework tasks.<br/>You will learn through:</p><ul><li>tutor explanation and demonstration</li><li>group playing and individual demonstration tasks</li></ul><p>To make good progress a regular practice routine is essential. We recommend a minimum of 30-40 minutes, 4-5 times per week.</p><p>Students should have access to a keyboard or piano for practice between classes plus material, usually one or two printed books (approx. cost £10 each). Please check the <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?tab=t.0#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>City Lit Piano Repertoire Books Page</strong></a> to make sure that you obtain the correct book for your class. If you are unsure, please <a href="mailto:music@citylit.ac.uk?subject=Piano%20Classes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>contact the music department</strong></a> for further advice. A notebook and pencil are also useful.</p><p>This course leads to Piano/keyboards 3C. You may wish to support your learning through a focus on reading, writing and hearing music and musical patterns. 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" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Musicianship and music theory at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of musicianship and music theory classes.</p>MusicPiano/keyboards classesvirtual191,279,183,199239,279,229,249167,195,160,174ME288B,ME241B,ME245B,ME287BNONEWed,Sat,Thu,Mon22/04/26 - 01/07/2614:30 - 16:0014:3016:0011 sessions (over 11 weeks)1111 weeks or longer,5-10 weeksDaytime,EveningWeekday,WeekendKSKeeley StreetAna Claudia Magalhaes,David Frankel,Cheslav SinghSome experienceAvailable courses2026-04-22T00:00:00+00:00,2027-01-09T00:00:00+00:00,2027-01-14T00:00:00+00:00,2027-01-11T00:00:00+00:00Apr 2026,Jan 2027Performing arts229239,279,229,249Piano/keyboards 3Bpiano-keyboards-3b/me288b-2526,piano-keyboards-3b/me241b-2627,piano-keyboards-3b/me245b-2627,piano-keyboards-3b/me287b-2627<p>This fourth year of our piano programme continues with repertoire of a grade 2-3 standard. Improve your hand co-ordination, musical phrasing, reading and technique, and improve your confidence.</p>,<p>This fourth year of our classical piano programme continues with repertoire of a grade 2 standard. Improve your hand co-ordination, musical phrasing, reading and technique, and improve your confidence.</p>0000-Available|2026-04-22 00:00:00<p>Working with grade 2 standard repertoire at first, you will achieve greater confidence in co-ordination of hands, rhythmical work and a range of dynamics. Improve your musicianship, keyboard harmony skills and aural awareness. You will extend your theoretical knowledge in order to fully understand the pieces you are playing and as the course progresses you will begin to encounter some elements of the grade 3 syllabus. You need access to a full-sized acoustic or digital piano for lessons and practice.<br/> </p>,<p>Working with grade 2-3 standard repertoire, you will achieve greater confidence in co-ordination of hands, rhythmical work and a range of dynamics. Improve your musicianship, keyboard harmony skills and aural awareness. You will extend your theoretical knowledge in order to fully understand the pieces you are playing and as the course progresses you will begin to encounter some elements of the grade 3 syllabus. You need access to a full-sized digital or acoustic piano for practice. This course continues to Piano/keyboards 3C.</p><p>This fourth year of our piano programme continues with repertoire of a grade 2-3 standard. Improve your hand co-ordination, musical phrasing, reading and technique, and improve your confidence.</p>,<p>This fourth year of our classical piano programme continues with repertoire of a grade 2 standard. Improve your hand co-ordination, musical phrasing, reading and technique, and improve your confidence.</p><ul><li>Developing dynamic range</li><li>Developing co-ordination skills in variety of articulations i.e. play one hand legato and one staccato</li><li>Technical problems, style and performance skills will be discussed</li><li>Develop practice strategies.</li><li>Repertoire will work from grade 2 towards an approximate grade 3 standard (over the course of the whole year)</li><li>Scales (over the whole year): C, G, F, D and A majors and A, E, D and B minors (harmonic and melodic, 2 octaves, hands together).</li><li>Arpeggios in the same keys (2 octaves, hands separately).</li></ul><ul><li>Perform at least 3 pieces on the piano from the class repertoire</li><li>Be able to use gradual dynamics</li><li>Perform 4 major scales and 3 minor scales suitable for the level</li><li>Play using staccato in one hand and legato in the other</li><li>Develop technical exercises to deal with a number of technical problems.</li></ul><p>Students should have completed City Lit Piano/keyboards 2 or have equivalent experience as this course draws on material of an approximate Grade 2/3 standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.<br/><br/>If you need any further advice please visit the <strong><a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Piano Department Page</a> </strong>which lists our full sequence of piano classes and you can always contact the music department directly - music@citylit.ac.uk</p>,<p>Students should have completed City Lit Piano/keyboards 3A or have equivalent experience as this course draws on material of an approximate Grade 2/3 standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.</p><p><br/>If you already have experience of playing piano and/or reading music, please visit the <strong><a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City Lit Piano Department Page</a></strong> to help you choose the right level. If you need any further advice, please email <strong><a href="mailto:music@citylit.ac.uk?subject=Piano%20Classes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">music@citylit.ac.uk</a></strong>. </p><p>All courses use Google Classroom to share materials and messages, including any homework tasks.<br/>You will learn through:</p><ul><li>tutor explanation and demonstration</li><li>group playing and individual demonstration tasks</li></ul><p>To make good progress a regular practice routine is essential. We recommend a minimum of 20-30 minutes, 4-5 times per week.</p>,<p>All courses use Google Classroom to share materials and messages, including any homework tasks.<br/>You will learn through:</p><ul><li>tutor explanation and demonstration</li><li>group playing and individual demonstration tasks</li></ul><p>To make good progress a regular practice routine is essential. We recommend a minimum of 30-40 minutes, 4-5 times per week.</p>Students should have access to a keyboard or piano for practice between classes plus material, usually one or two printed books (approx. cost £10 each). <br/>To see the repertoire and any required music books you will need to bring to this course please refer to our list as follows: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharingtarget=_blankrel=noopener" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City lit piano repertoire books</a> [external website]<br/>A notebook and pencil is also useful. Students should have access to a keyboard or piano for practice between classes plus material, usually one or two printed books (approx. cost £10 each). A notebook and pencil are also useful.,<p>Students should have access to a keyboard or piano for practice between classes plus material, usually one or two printed books (approx. cost £10 each). Please check the <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?tab=t.0#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>City Lit Piano Repertoire Books Page</strong></a> to make sure that you obtain the correct book for your class. If you are unsure, please <a href="mailto:music@citylit.ac.uk?subject=Piano%20Classes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>contact the music department</strong></a> for further advice. A notebook and pencil are also useful.</p><p>This course leads to ‘Piano/keyboards 3C’.<br/>Please note: we have multiple courses at different times throughout the week.</p><p>You may wish to support your learning through a focus on reading, writing and hearing music and musical patterns. 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" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Musicianship and music theory at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of musicianship and music theory classes.</p>,<p>This course leads to Piano/keyboards 3C. You may wish to support your learning through a focus on reading, writing and hearing music and musical patterns. 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" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Musicianship and music theory at City lit </a> which lists our full sequence of musicianship and music theory classes.</p>MusicPiano/keyboards classesconfigurable
