Music Fundamentals Level 4 ONLINE
<p>This course continues the development of practical and theoretical skills achieved in Levels 1 2 and 3 .<br />
Harmonic analysis of jazz and contemporary music as well as the use of modes and other
...This is an ONLINE CLASS For adults (minimum age 16)
Participants will need:
a device with a webcam and mic (laptop, tablet or phone all have these as part of their internal systems a desktop or laptop is preferred)
a quiet spot in your home away from distractions
an internet connection
access to your email address you use to register to this class from the device above
A workbook covering Music Fundamentals 1-4 is required for this class. (You may already have purchased this from a previous level). If you need to purchase this, please scroll to the bottom of this page and add to cart with your course enrolment. It will be mailed to the postal address you provide when booking a week before the term starts. The Cost is $50
If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.
This course continues the development of practical and theoretical skills achieved in Levels 1 2 and 3 .
Harmonic analysis of jazz and contemporary music as well as the use of modes and other scales in composition and improvisation .
Further exploration of rhythmic feels in compound and odd meters as well as concepts such as syncopation and swing feel .Historical perspectives in jazz and art music will be included to for analysis and to develop active listening skills in music .
Level 4 will cover
An overview of interval reading in the bass clef.
Harmonic analysis in major minor scales as well modal keys using 7th Chords and their extensions
Conducting rhythmic exercises in simple compound and odd meters
Understanding and applying rhythmic concepts such as syncopation and swing feels
Active listening skills in music and historical perspectives in jazz styles
Chord function and substitutions
Modal interchange
As this course builds on concepts quickly, it is recommended that students spend 20 mins per day reviewing concepts and doing the exercises given in class.
ENTRY LEVEL: Students who have completed Music Fundamentals Level 3 or equivalent