Starts: 10 Jan 2023
Learn how to use simple musical devices to effectively accompany yourself on the piano as a jazz singer
Learn how to use simple musical devices to effectively accompany yourself on the piano as a jazz singer
Examine and play a number of standards from the Great American Songbook with the opportunity to perform for the group. Constructive and supportive feedback from your tutor will help you succeed during the class.
Grade three or an equivalent on the piano
You will need a basic knowledge of musical pitches and note values and how to read simple treble clef notation
A piano or keyboard and a good internet connection.This is an online course, therefore you will need access to a personal computer/laptop/ipad with working internal microphone and camera, and decent internet wi-fi connection. You will also need to have and basic IT skills, in order to be able to access and use effectively the online material, eg. the online platforms for the live sessions and shared material. Ahead of the first session, you will receive information about the exact format and length of the live part of the course, together with guidance on how to access the relevant platforms. During the first session, you will receive guidance from your tutor about how to access the online course material, such as recordings and sheet music
How to Accompany Yourself on the Piano as a Jazz Singer or Jazz Piano 2