Accordion Group

Dates Available

8 Jan 2025 - 26 Mar 2025

Wednesday

23 Apr 2025 - 2 Jul 2025

Wednesday

When & Where

23 April 2025 - 2 July 2025 ( 15 hours, 10 weeks )
Morning, Wednesday
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Waterloo Centre

Quick Facts

Availability Yes
Tutor Julie Luck
Course Code W24MPPA02C
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

Improve your accordion technique and musicianship through playing solo and ensemble music, ranging from classics and standards, to folk, musette and tango.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Create LH accompaniment patterns in a range of styles, including the use of counterbasses.
Use musical exercises to improve right and left hand technique.
Understand how to operate the bellows to play with a good range of dynamics.
Perform solo pieces with confidence, showing an awareness of good bellows control and musicality.
Perform with others in duos, trios and larger ensembles, maintaining own part with confidence.

Cost

Full fee

£140

Concession fee

£105

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Class format and activities

You will learn by example from the tutor, through practical playing both individually, in a group and from peer support.

Entry requirements

Suitable for players with at least 2 years’ experience.

What you need to know before you enrol

In order to achieve the most from the course, you must be willing to practise between sessions.

What you need

You will need your own accordion – ideally with a minimum of 72 bass.

What you can do next

You may be interested in the London Accordion Players, Morley Accordion Club or one of Morley College's other Folk Clubs. The tutor will advise you further about suitable courses, individual lessons and other performance opportunities.