Want to develop your jazz performance skills and confidence? This Jazz Ensemble class will help you do just that! You'll examine and develop a repertoire of standard tunes and arrangements. This course is perfect for those at a lower intermediate level looking to improve their ensemble playing.
Course content is focused around developing an ensemble repertoire and skills. 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
To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
Knowledge of jazz music theory to an intermediate level will be useful.
Level 1 literacy is an advantage as handouts will be distributed.
Sight reading at an intermediate level will be required.
Instrument, notebook, pencil and music stand if you own one.
Attendance throughout the course will help you gain maximum benefit from the course.
There is no formal assessment on this course. 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.
You may wish to progress to further practical jazz courses at Richmond Jazz School. For further information on these courses see the website.
Performance opportunities may include college lunchtime sessions, local venues and college concerts.