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Deep Dive into Rhyme
Deep Dive into Rhyme If you have ever wondered how other songwriters come up with such fresh, interesting, original rhymes, or simply want to give yourself more options and freedom with lyric writing, this workshop is designed for you! In 2 hours, we will: • Learn 5 distinct rhyme types. • Learn a method for accessing the deep pool of rhyme possibilities. • Use rhyme as a brainstorming tool for your lyric writing. We'll address how to get beyond stale, predictable, or cliched rhyme...
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Practice makes Perfect
How much should you practice? How much should you research the music you play? How much should you listen to the music you play? Moving your fingers is but a part of being a musician. A musician is an artist, an historian, a thinker, and listener. This course examines how to create a daily practice schedule that will ensure you are covering all things necessary to becoming a complete a musician. Please note that any demonstration and direct link to practice will be with/on the...
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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 ....
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Blues Guitar
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...
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Live Sound
This course will provide an introduction to live sound production, including: Principles and building blocks of a sound system Microphones and mixers Loudspeakers Front of House and monitors External signal processing - EQ, compression and Effects Sound system operation h3. WHAT STUDENTS SAY ABOUT THIS COURSE The tutor's real-world experience was invaluable. I was able to get answers to questions about problems I had encountered in live sound scenarios. Great value for money.
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Contemporary Vocal Studio - Audition
A short audition will be conducted for this course You will need to enrol for the audition. Please prepare: a verse and a chorus from 2 contrasting songs (eg a ballad and an uptempo song) to be sung a cappella. There will also be some vocal exercises to be given on the day. Should you be successful, you will be emailed after the audition date with a link to enrol in the class itself. The Contemporary Vocal Studio is designed to further develop the skills of vocal students. This...
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Vocal Workout
Vocal Workout – a place to exercise your voice! Give your voice a workout using the great singing methods of the past and present – Diack, Marchesi, Concone and Aebersold. This course will help you to develop healthy vocal habits and improve technique. This course offers a regular weekly space in which students can ‘workout’ - explore and have demystified various vocal drills presented by an expert practitioner in a methodical order. Vocal Workout was devised to fill the need for...
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Vocal Horizons Level 1
For students with some singing experience, this course provides the knowledge and skills required to sing and perform with a well-produced voice. Students will also further their knowledge of music theory. Students will learn to: Understand and apply the fundamentals of vocal technique through: Vocal warm-up exercises Learning about the diaphragm to support singing Learning about the physiology of the voice Postural and vocal care awareness Articulation and vocal placement pointers...
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Jazz Ensembles - 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). During the term: Drummers will...
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Sound Recording in the Home Studio
For students with a basic foundation in sound recording, this course explores and expands practical skills and knowledge to further develop production techniques and workflow. Areas that will be covered include: Week 1: Recording studio principles – from bedroom to commercial studio. Week 2: Interconnection – making your studio work in both the analog and digital domains. Week 3: Setting up to record – the Digital Audio Workstation, monitoring and the recording space. Week 4:...
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