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Music courses
Singing for funRY697
Mondays, 1.30pm – 3.30pm |
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Enjoy being part of a friendly group where the emphasis is on having fun – a healthy tonic for budding vocalists. Ideal for all ages, whether you already love to sing or want to find your voice. Explore a repertoire of songs in a wide variety of styles and traditions, including songs from the musicals, popular classics, folk songs, part songs and comedy items. The singing is mainly in unison, with some simple part-singing, mainly learnt by ear, depending on the ability and number of participants. No musical knowledge necessary. |
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Jazz performanceRY698
Mondays, 7.15pm – 9.15pm |
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Gain confidence in your ability to improvise through a better understanding of scales, modes and chords. Develop individual and group performance skills. For anyone with an interest in jazz and a reasonable proficiency on a musical instrument. To take full part in all aspects of the course you will need to read music or chord symbols, but those who play by ear are also welcome. |
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A millennium of classic musicRY699
Tuesdays, 2pm – 3.30pm |
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Enhance your listening skills and develop your appreciation of the enormous legacy of classical music as examples from the past 1,000 years are explored and assessed in a relaxed setting. |
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Classical guitar: beginners RY700
Wednesdays, 6.30pm – 7.30pm |
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Learn the basics of classical guitar playing in a friendly group setting with a strong emphasis on ensemble playing. No previous musical knowledge required but you will need to bring your own nylon-strung guitar, footstool and course book – please ask us for details. Suitable for beginners only. |
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Classical guitar: Intermediate RY701
Wednesdays, 7.30pm – 8.30pm |
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For anyone who wishes to explore a wider range of keys and musical styles and learn new repertoire in a friendly group setting. Suitable for those with approximately 2 years’ playing experience who can already read music. |
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Classical guitar: moving on RY702
Wednesdays, 8.30pm – 9.30pm |
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For players who want to extend their repertoire, improve their playing skills and study more challenging ensemble pieces. Suitable for those with 5+ years’ experience. |
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