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Music Fundamentals Level 1 ONLINE

Unpack the language of music in this series of courses. This course provides students with the skills and knowledge required to understand and apply the basics of the language of music notation and begin the process of sight reading. Classes will be led in a tutorial context with practical and theoretical components. Level 1 will cover: The origins and history of music notation The principles of contemporary music notation Reading and writing of music notation Key signatures,... [More]
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Music Fundamentals Level 1 ONLINE

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<p>Unpack the language of music in this series of courses.</p>

<p>This course provides students with the skills and

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2023-10-17 Tue 17 Oct - 2023-12-05 Tue 5 Dec 2023
6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)
8 sessions, 16 hours total
Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Renata Arrivolo

This is a ONLINE CLASS For adults (minimum age 16) Complete beginners welcome!

A workbook covering Music Fundamentals 1-4 ($50) is required for this class. Please scroll to the bottom of this page and add to cart with your course enrolment if you do not already have it from a previous course. It will be mailed to the postal address you provide when booking.
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Jazz Harmony 1 ONLINE

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]
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Jazz Harmony 1 ONLINE

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<p>Jazz Harmony focuses on the study of chords and their relationship with each other. This class will review some fundamental

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2023-10-18 Wed 18 Oct - 2023-12-06 Wed 6 Dec 2023
5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+11:00)
8 sessions, 16 hours total
Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Roy Issac
This is an ONLINE class taught in real time For adults (minimum age 16) Entry level: Must be able to read music, have an understanding of how to construct chords, and an understanding of the major and minor scales and keys. Suggested minimum: Music Fundamentals 3 or equivalent. 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
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Music Fundamentals Level 3 ONLINE

Unpack the language of written music. This course continues the development of the practical and theoretical skills achieved in Levels 1 and 2, analysing contemporary harmony, modal scales and complex rhythmic concepts. An exploration of performance, composition and research techniques is also included, culminating in an overview of twentieth century genres. A brief discussion of the history of jazz, its evolution and influence on Western music is also presented. Level 3 will... [More]
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Music Fundamentals Level 3 ONLINE

<p>Unpack the language of written music.</p>

<p>This course continues the development of the practical and theoretical skills achieved in Levels 1 and 2, analysing contemporary harmony, modal scales

...
2023-10-19 Thu 19 Oct - 2023-12-07 Thu 7 Dec 2023
6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)
8 sessions, 16 hours total
Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Renata Arrivolo

This is a ONLINE CLASS For adults (minimum age 16)

A workbook covering Music Fundamentals 1-4 ($50) is required for this class. Please scroll to the bottom of this page and add to cart with your course enrolment if you do not already have it from a previous course. It will be mailed to the postal address you provide when booking.
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Jazz Harmony 2 ONLINE

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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Music Fundamentals Level 2 ONLINE

Unpack the language of music in this series of courses. This course extends the practical and theoretical skills achieved in Level 1 and also begins an extensive study of harmony, with an historic look at this development, analysing triads and their inversions, and culminating in a thorough study of all 7th type chords. Cadences and minor scales are also covered. Level 2 will cover: The effects of harmony and analysis of harmonic concepts Triads and 7th chords Cadences The theory... [More]

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Music Fundamentals Level 4 ONLINE

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 .... [More]

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The Enquiring Listener

Have you ever heard a piece of music and been captured by it, but not been able to say why? Have you ever tried to learn to play or sing a piece of music, but struggled to understand what makes it tick? Want to know more? Then this unique course is for you! In this course you will learn to be more discriminate and curious in your approach to music, both aurally and in the written form. Recordings will become full of familiar touch points and music scores will become treasure maps,... [More]

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The Enquiring Listener - extension

This course is open to those who have previously attended at least one term of The Enquiring Listener, or through discussion with the tutor. The course will provide the opportunity to revise the concepts covered in The Enquiring Listener couse, and then to deepen your knowledge by applying these analytical skills in greater detail to various pieces of repertoire. Each term, this course will explore a selection of varied repertoire drawn from the subscription series of major... [More]

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Talking Jazz

Enhance your playing by learning how the language of Jazz was developed. Join drummer, bandleader & educator Andrew Dickeson for a “hands-on” journey through the history of Jazz. The classes this term will focus on the evolution of Jazz music – in particular Swing, Bebop, Hard-Bop and more. With a practical focus on listening and watching the great artists of this music, and group discussion, as well as providing plenty of resources should you want to “dig deeper”, this course is... [More]

Talking Jazz - Roots and Swing

Enhance your playing by learning how the language of Jazz was developed. Join drummer, bandleader & educator Andrew Dickeson for a “hands-on” journey through the history of Jazz. The classes this term will focus on the early evolution of Jazz music – from its roots, the melting pot of New Orleans and through to the swinging sounds of Chicago, Kansas City and New York in the 1930s. With a practical focus on listening and watching the great artists of this music, and group... [More]

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