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Jazz Ensembles or Jazzgroup One - Audition

These classes are designed for students who wish to develop confident improvisation, aural and sight reading skills. They provide an ensemble-based environment for the development of personal jazz skills, along with an understanding of the dynamics at work in a small performance group. Typically there will be drums, electric bass, piano, horns (trumpet, alto, tenor) and guitar as the usual line-up. Other instruments are welcome (vibes, flute etc). Combining improvisation with work... [More]
Thu 06 Jul
5:30pm - 8:30pm
1 session, 3 hours total
Jazz Ensembles or Jazzgroup One - Audition
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Ron Philpott
$20 inc GST
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There are 3 places available

For adults (minimum age 16)
Jazz Ensemble classes will commence on Monday 17 July, 7 to 9pm (tutor – Andrew Dickeson), Tuesday 18 July or Thursday 20 July, 6-8pm (tutor – Ron Philpott), Wednesday 19 July, 6-8pm (tutor – Mike Price).

The fee for the 8 week term is $495. If you enrol for an audition by 26 June, you will only pay the Early Bird rate of $435.60 for the term (which is a 12% discount), providing you are successful at audition.

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Impro Basics Level 1

This course is designed for instrumentalists with no background in improvisation. It provides students with an opportunity to play in a small group and to learn elementary theoretical concepts, historical knowledge and basic skills in the art of jazz improvisation. Students will learn to: Put into practice theoretical knowledge of harmony and scales Train their ear and recognise chords and scales Perform technical exercises for improving improvisation skills Develop time and... [More]
Mon 17 Jul - Mon 04 Sep 2017
6pm - 8pm
8 sessions, 16 hours total
Impro Basics Level 1
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
David Pudney
$495 $435.60 inc GST / $420.80
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There are 5 places available

For adults (minimum age 16)
Entry Level: Ability to read simple melody line and chord symbol charts.

PLACES ARE LIMITED TO:
2 pianos (No places remaining)
2 guitars (1 place remaining)
1 bass *
1 drum kit *
and any number of horns or other instruments.

Please let us know your instrument by filling in the Additional Enrolment Information page when you are completing your enrolment.

We will update the availability of places as enrolments are received.

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Impro Basics Level 2

For instrumentalists who have completed Impro Basics Level 1, or who have some improvisation experience, this course provides an opportunity to continue developing elementary skills in ensemble playing, improvisation and standard jazz repertoire. Classes establish practical ensemble skills by: Putting improvisation ideas into practice Learning melodies and chord progressions without music, developing memory Creating ensemble arrangements On completion of the course, a student’s... [More]
Tue 18 Jul - Tue 05 Sep 2017
6pm - 8pm
8 sessions, 16 hours total
Impro Basics Level 2
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
David Pudney
$495 $435.60 inc GST / $420.80
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There are places available

For adults (minimum age 16)
Entry Level: completion of level 1 is advisable or equivalent experience.

PLACES ARE LIMITED TO:
2 pianos * *
2 guitars (NO PLACES REMIAINING)
1 bass *

1 drum kit *
and any number of horns or other instruments.

Please let us know your instrument by filling in the Additional Enrolment Information page when you are completing your enrolment.

We will update the availability of places as enrolments are received.

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Jazz Harmony 1

Jazz Harmony focuses on the study of chords and their relationship with each other. This class will review some fundamental harmonic concepts before exploring major and minor scale harmony in depth. The course will also discuss diatonic reharmonization, dominant chord types, modal interchange and the Blues form, through the study of a selected number of Jazz standards presented in class. This course may be particularly useful for students wanting to apply for the tertiary jazz... [More]
Tue 18 Jul - Tue 05 Sep 2017
6:30pm - 8:30pm
8 sessions, 16 hours total
Jazz Harmony 1
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Roy Issac
$415 $365.20 inc GST / $352.80
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Entry level: Must be able to read music at a basic level, have an understanding of how to construct chords and a basic understanding of the major and minor scales. Suggested minimum: Music Fundamentals 2 or equivalent.
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Blues Guitar Level 1

Blues Guitar will look into the Blues Form and discuss the cadence, primary chords, associated scales, tensions and stress points of the harmony and melody. This course will look at variations to the basic progression and discuss the various sub genres such as Delta, Chicago, Texas Blues and more. The course will also present and analyse transcribed solos and look into the sounds and effects created by a few notable Blues guitarist players. In addition, a presentation of more... [More]
Wed 19 Jul - Wed 06 Sep 2017
6:30pm - 8:30pm
8 sessions, 16 hours total
Blues Guitar Level 1
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Roy Issac
$465 $409.20 inc GST / $395.30
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For adults (minimum age 16)
Students will need to bring their own guitar and lead if applicable. Both acoustic and electric welcome.
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Jazz Guitar

This course is aimed at intermediate level guitarists who want to expand on their jazz knowledge while meeting other players of a similar level. It’s a playing based course and the small class size (maximum of six) allows for a good deal of in class jamming. Topics usually covered include technical aspects of scales and jazz chords, harmony analysis, accompaniment styles, rhythmic aspects and soloing. Examples of repertoire from previous classes include Blue Bossa, Tune Up,... [More]
Thu 20 Jul - Thu 07 Sep 2017
6pm - 8pm
8 sessions, 16 hours total
Jazz Guitar
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mike Price
$465 $409.20 inc GST / $395.30
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There are 4 places available
For adults (minimum age 16)
Entry Level: Entry Level: Intermediate level players with some existing jazz playing experience. Knowledge of major scales, key signatures and some jazz chords is required.
Students will need to bring their own guitar and lead. Amplifier will be provided. Acoustic guitar is also welcome.
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Jazz Piano Basics Level 1

Jazz Piano Basics Level 1 is a course which introduces piano players to the elements of jazz piano style. Playing through simplified arrangements of jazz standards such as: ‘In a mellow tone’, ‘Fly me to the moon’, ‘The preacher’ and the blues classic ‘Blues Almighty’ you will explore different ways to approach: Chords and bass melody and chords improvised melody and chords You will work steadily with the materials throughout the term to adopt a familiarity with the make-up and... [More]
Thu 20 Jul - Thu 07 Sep 2017
6pm - 8pm
8 sessions, 16 hours total
Jazz Piano Basics Level 1
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Michael Bartolomei
$465 $409.20 inc GST / $395.30
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Blues Guitar Level 2

Blues Guitar 2 is an extension of Blues Guitar 1. It will focus on open tunings, blues slide guitar playing, chord voicing, right hand strumming technique and the playing styles of a few notable blues guitar players. Topics will be presented through class discussion, listening exercises and transcribed solos. [More]
Thu 20 Jul - Thu 07 Sep 2017
6:30pm - 8:30pm
8 sessions, 16 hours total
Blues Guitar Level 2
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Roy Issac
$465 $409.20 inc GST / $395.30
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There is one place available
Suitable for ages 16+
Entry Level: Prior completion of Blues Guitar Level 1. Suitable for intermediate players. All styles welcome.
Students will need to bring their own guitar and lead if applicable. Both acoustic and electric welcome.
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Jazz Harmony 2

Jazz Harmony 2 builds on concepts presented in Jazz Harmony 1. This course will discuss the Blues form, minor key harmony (in depth), guide tone lines, voice leading and diminished chord patterns and scales. An in-depth presentation of melodic analysis techniques will also be covered. In addition, two workshop weeks will be scheduled for composition assignments to be performed and analysed. Entry: by prior enrolment in Jazz Harmony 1. WHAT STUDENTS SAY ABOUT THIS COURSE A... [More]

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Jazz Flute

This eight-week course is an introduction to musical concepts and instrumental techniques used for performing jazz and jazz-related styles. Course material is designed around repertoire styles such as Bebop, Latin-American and Rock and is intended to cater for classical flautists as well as those who have prior experience with modern music genres. Prerequisites for this course are a level of instrumental skill and musicianship from AMEB Grade 4 upward, your own instrument and an... [More]

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