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Jazz Masterclass - Rhythm Section Workshop - Introduction
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For pianists, guitarists, bassists and drummers, this Rhythm Section course will examine and develop a repertoire of standard tunes and arrangements for you to develop your performance skills and confidence within the rhythm section.

Course Content

Course content is focused around developing your instrumental and ensemble skills and repertoire. You will work in different size groups and combinations as you develop the course repertoire.
Topics to be explored throughout each session will vary but include:

Instrumental Technique
Theory
Performance and ensemble skills
Improvisation
Repertoire
Developing practice routines and strategies

Performance opportunities may include college lunchtime sessions, local venues and college concerts.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.

The course is aimed at rhythm section instruments piano, bass, drums and guitar and will work at a beginner to lower intermediate level. If you play another instrument please contact art@racc.ac.uk.

Knowledge of some jazz music theory will be useful and level 1 literacy is an advantage as handouts will be distributed at different times to reinforce learning. Sight reading is an advantage but not required.

First Class Requirements

Instrument, notebook, pencil and music stand if you own one.

Attendance Requirements

Attendance throughout the course will help you gain maximum benefit from the course

Assessment Methods

There is no formal assessment on this course although you will be able to identify individual goals and later reflect on your development. Your tutor will assess your learning and progress through the practical nature of the classes.

Further Study Options

There are lots of other jazz courses here that you might want to progress onto.

Additional Information

Performance opportunities may include college lunchtime sessions, local venues and college concerts.

Please note that whilst most of the classes in your course will be classroom based, the final session of the course may be in the form of a cross college jazz concert evening, and so may not be on the same day and time of your course .

If you require further course information or advice and guidance that is not answered in this outline please email art@racc.ac.uk.

If you would like general information about the college, for example, fees and finance, funding, term dates or opening times please email info@racc.ac.uk or drop in to our main reception area.