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Consolidate your skills at a grade 4-5 standard and gain experience by playing in front of others. Achieve greater confidence in hand co-ordination, rhythmical work and tonal range. Improve your musicianship, keyboard harmony skills and aural awareness. You will also develop your theoretical knowledge in order to fully understand the pieces you are playing.
What will we cover?
Developing dynamic/tonal range
Increasing co-ordination skills in a variety of articulations
Technique, style and performance skills will be discussed
Developing a practice routine and strategies for effective practice
Course repertoire will be of around grade 4 standard
Scales and Arpeggios.
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 produce a good quality of tone and convincing dynamic range
Play a variety of scales and arpeggios fluently
Play using a variety of articulation/touches.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Students should have completed a City Lit Piano/keyboards level 4 class or its equivalent as this course draws on material of Grade 4+ standard. You need to be able 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?
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 30-60 minutes, 4-5 times per week.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Students should have access to a full-size digital or acoustic 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
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 4 or 5, or you may repeat the course to gain more experience at the same level.
City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our Piano Department page which lists our full sequence of piano 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.
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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 technique, coordination, phrasing, music reading, aural skills and playing confidence.</p><ul><li>Developing dynamic/tonal range</li><li>Increasing co-ordination skills in a variety of articulations</li><li>Technique, style and performance skills will be discussed</li><li>Developing a practice routine and strategies for effective practice</li><li>Course repertoire will be of around grade 4 standard </li><li>Scales and Arpeggios.</li></ul><ul><li>Perform at least 3 pieces on the piano from the class repertoire</li><li>Be able to produce a good quality of tone and convincing dynamic range</li><li>Play a variety of scales and arpeggios fluently</li><li>Play using a variety of articulation/touches.</li></ul><p>Students should have completed a City Lit Piano/keyboards level 4 class or its equivalent as this course draws on material of Grade 4+ standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.<br/><br/> </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 30-60 minutes, 4-5 times per week.</p><p>Students should have access to a full-size digital or acoustic 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: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City lit piano repertoire books</a></p><p>This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 4 or 5, or you may repeat the course to gain more experience at the same level.<br/><br/>City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. 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Improve your technique, coordination, phrasing, music reading, aural skills and playing confidence.</p><ul><li>Developing dynamic/tonal range</li><li>Increasing co-ordination skills in a variety of articulations</li><li>Technique, style and performance skills will be discussed</li><li>Developing a practice routine and strategies for effective practice</li><li>Course repertoire will be of around grade 4 standard </li><li>Scales and Arpeggios.</li></ul><ul><li>Perform at least 3 pieces on the piano from the class repertoire</li><li>Be able to produce a good quality of tone and convincing dynamic range</li><li>Play a variety of scales and arpeggios fluently</li><li>Play using a variety of articulation/touches.</li></ul><p>Students should have completed a City Lit Piano/keyboards level 4 class or its equivalent as this course draws on material of Grade 4+ standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.<br/><br/> </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 30-60 minutes, 4-5 times per week.</p><p>Students should have access to a full-size digital or acoustic 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: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City lit piano repertoire books</a></p><p>This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 4 or 5, or you may repeat the course to gain more experience at the same level.<br/><br/>City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Piano Department page</a> which lists our full sequence of piano classes.</p>MusicPiano/keyboards classesvirtual3039490Piano/keyboards: intermediate329329https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/piano-workshop-6-1024_1.jpgInStockEveningWedKeeley StreetAvailable courses11 weeks or longerWeekday2027-01-13T00:00:00+00:00Some experience, AdvancedJan 2027Performing artsME227B329329Piano/keyboards: intermediate329230329Ana Claudia Magalhaespiano-keyboards-intermediate/me227b-2627<p>For pianists playing at around grade 4-5 standard. Improve your technique, coordination, phrasing, music reading, aural skills and playing confidence.</p>0000-Available|2027-01-13 00:00:00<p>Consolidate your skills at a grade 4-5 standard and gain experience by playing in front of others. 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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=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City lit piano repertoire books</a></p><p>This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 4 or 5, or you may repeat the course to gain more experience at the same level.<br/><br/>City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Piano Department page</a> which lists our full sequence of piano classes.</p>MusicPiano/keyboards classesvirtual3039493Piano/keyboards: intermediate329329https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/piano-workshop-6-1024_1.jpgInStockEveningWedKeeley StreetAvailable courses11 weeks or longerWeekday2027-04-14T00:00:00+00:00Some experience, AdvancedApr 2027Performing artsME227C329329Piano/keyboards: intermediate329230329Ana Claudia Magalhaespiano-keyboards-intermediate/me227c-2627<p>For pianists playing at around grade 4-5 standard. Improve your technique, coordination, phrasing, music reading, aural skills and playing confidence.</p>0000-Available|2027-04-14 00:00:00<p>Consolidate your skills at a grade 4-5 standard and gain experience by playing in front of others. Achieve greater confidence in hand co-ordination, rhythmical work and tonal range. Improve your musicianship, keyboard harmony skills and aural awareness. You will also develop your theoretical knowledge in order to fully understand the pieces you are playing.</p><p>For pianists playing at around grade 4-5 standard. Improve your technique, coordination, phrasing, music reading, aural skills and playing confidence.</p><ul><li>Developing dynamic/tonal range</li><li>Increasing co-ordination skills in a variety of articulations</li><li>Technique, style and performance skills will be discussed</li><li>Developing a practice routine and strategies for effective practice</li><li>Course repertoire will be of around grade 4 standard </li><li>Scales and Arpeggios.</li></ul><ul><li>Perform at least 3 pieces on the piano from the class repertoire</li><li>Be able to produce a good quality of tone and convincing dynamic range</li><li>Play a variety of scales and arpeggios fluently</li><li>Play using a variety of articulation/touches.</li></ul><p>Students should have completed a City Lit Piano/keyboards level 4 class or its equivalent as this course draws on material of Grade 4+ standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.<br/><br/> </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 30-60 minutes, 4-5 times per week.</p><p>Students should have access to a full-size digital or acoustic 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: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City lit piano repertoire books</a></p><p>This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 4 or 5, or you may repeat the course to gain more experience at the same level.<br/><br/>City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Piano Department page</a> which lists our full sequence of piano classes.</p>MusicPiano/keyboards classesvirtual3039496Piano/keyboards: intermediate299299https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/piano-workshop-6-1024_1.jpgInStockDaytimeThuKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2027-01-14T00:00:00+00:00Some experience, AdvancedJan 2027Performing artsME228B299299Piano/keyboards: intermediate239209299David Frankelpiano-keyboards-intermediate/me228b-2627<p>For pianists playing at around grade 4-5 standard. Improve your technique, coordination, phrasing, music reading, aural skills and playing confidence.</p>0000-Available|2027-01-14 00:00:00<p>Consolidate your skills at a grade 4-5 standard and gain experience by playing in front of others. Achieve greater confidence in hand co-ordination, rhythmical work and tonal range. Improve your musicianship, keyboard harmony skills and aural awareness. You will also develop your theoretical knowledge in order to fully understand the pieces you are playing.</p><p>For pianists playing at around grade 4-5 standard. Improve your technique, coordination, phrasing, music reading, aural skills and playing confidence.</p><ul><li>Developing dynamic/tonal range</li><li>Increasing co-ordination skills in a variety of articulations</li><li>Technique, style and performance skills will be discussed</li><li>Developing a practice routine and strategies for effective practice</li><li>Course repertoire will be of around grade 4 standard </li><li>Scales and Arpeggios.</li></ul><ul><li>Perform at least 3 pieces on the piano from the class repertoire</li><li>Be able to produce a good quality of tone and convincing dynamic range</li><li>Play a variety of scales and arpeggios fluently</li><li>Play using a variety of articulation/touches.</li></ul><p>Students should have completed a City Lit Piano/keyboards level 4 class or its equivalent as this course draws on material of Grade 4+ standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.<br/><br/> </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 30-60 minutes, 4-5 times per week.</p><p>Students should have access to a full-size digital or acoustic 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: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City lit piano repertoire books</a></p><p>This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 4 or 5, or you may repeat the course to gain more experience at the same level.<br/><br/>City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Piano Department page</a> which lists our full sequence of piano classes.</p>MusicPiano/keyboards classesvirtual3039499Piano/keyboards: intermediate349349https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/piano-workshop-6-1024_1.jpgInStockDaytimeThuKeeley StreetAvailable courses11 weeks or longerWeekday2027-04-15T00:00:00+00:00Some experience, AdvancedApr 2027Performing artsME228C349349Piano/keyboards: intermediate279244349David Frankelpiano-keyboards-intermediate/me228c-2627<p>For pianists playing at around grade 4-5 standard. Improve your technique, coordination, phrasing, music reading, aural skills and playing confidence.</p>0000-Available|2027-04-15 00:00:00<p>Consolidate your skills at a grade 4-5 standard and gain experience by playing in front of others. 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Improve your technique, coordination, phrasing, music reading, aural skills and playing confidence.</p><ul><li>Developing dynamic/tonal range</li><li>Increasing co-ordination skills in a variety of articulations</li><li>Technique, style and performance skills will be discussed</li><li>Developing a practice routine and strategies for effective practice</li><li>Course repertoire will be of around grade 4 standard </li><li>Scales and Arpeggios.</li></ul><ul><li>Perform at least 3 pieces on the piano from the class repertoire</li><li>Be able to produce a good quality of tone and convincing dynamic range</li><li>Play a variety of scales and arpeggios fluently</li><li>Play using a variety of articulation/touches.</li></ul><p>Students should have completed a City Lit Piano/keyboards level 4 class or its equivalent as this course draws on material of Grade 4+ standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.<br/><br/> </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 30-60 minutes, 4-5 times per week.</p><p>Students should have access to a full-size digital or acoustic 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: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City lit piano repertoire books</a></p><p>This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 4 or 5, or you may repeat the course to gain more experience at the same level.<br/><br/>City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Piano Department page</a> which lists our full sequence of piano classes.</p>MusicPiano/keyboards classesvirtual329,263,239,279329,299,349230,209,244ME227A,ME228A,ME227B,ME227C,ME228B,ME228CNONEWed,Thu16/09/26 - 25/11/2618:15 - 20:1518:1520:1511 sessions (over 11 weeks)1111 weeks or longer,5-10 weeksEvening,DaytimeWeekdayKSKeeley StreetAna Claudia Magalhaes,David FrankelSome experience, AdvancedAvailable courses2026-09-16T00:00:00+00:00,2026-09-17T00:00:00+00:00,2027-01-13T00:00:00+00:00,2027-04-14T00:00:00+00:00,2027-01-14T00:00:00+00:00,2027-04-15T00:00:00+00:00Sep 2026,Jan 2027,Apr 2027Performing arts299329,299,349Piano/keyboards: intermediatepiano-keyboards-intermediate/me227a-2627,piano-keyboards-intermediate/me228a-2627,piano-keyboards-intermediate/me227b-2627,piano-keyboards-intermediate/me227c-2627,piano-keyboards-intermediate/me228b-2627,piano-keyboards-intermediate/me228c-2627<p>For pianists playing at around grade 4-5 standard. 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Improve your technique, coordination, phrasing, music reading, aural skills and playing confidence.</p><ul><li>Developing dynamic/tonal range</li><li>Increasing co-ordination skills in a variety of articulations</li><li>Technique, style and performance skills will be discussed</li><li>Developing a practice routine and strategies for effective practice</li><li>Course repertoire will be of around grade 4 standard </li><li>Scales and Arpeggios.</li></ul><ul><li>Perform at least 3 pieces on the piano from the class repertoire</li><li>Be able to produce a good quality of tone and convincing dynamic range</li><li>Play a variety of scales and arpeggios fluently</li><li>Play using a variety of articulation/touches.</li></ul><p>Students should have completed a City Lit Piano/keyboards level 4 class or its equivalent as this course draws on material of Grade 4+ standard. You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.<br/><br/> </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 30-60 minutes, 4-5 times per week.</p><p>Students should have access to a full-size digital or acoustic 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: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City lit piano repertoire books</a></p><p>This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 4 or 5, or you may repeat the course to gain more experience at the same level.<br/><br/>City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano classes, please take a moment to read our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Piano Department page</a> which lists our full sequence of piano classes.</p>MusicPiano/keyboards classesconfigurable