Learn to play tunes, improvise and understand basic music theory. Suitable for absolute beginners. Please bring your own ten-hole diatonic harmonica in C major, or buy one from the tutor on the first lesson.
Courses
Harmonica 1A
When & Where
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18 September 2024 - 11 December 2024 ( 18 hours, 12 weeks )
- Evening, Wednesday
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Waterloo Centre
Quick Facts
- Availability Yes
- Tutor Jonathan Watkins
- Course Code W24JPMC01A
- Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course
What you will learn
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Achievement on your course will be measured by whether you meet the following learning outcomes. At the start of the course you will have an opportunity to discuss these with your tutor and set your own personal targets, linked to the learning outcomes an
- Play a single note
- Play a "train" song
- Play a repertoire of songs suitable to the level
- Have started to improvise on the harmonica
- Developed good breath control
Cost
Full fee
£170
Concession fee
£130
Class format and activities
Learning from tutor demonstration and explanation., Playing as a part of a group and individually, Learning a repertoire of suitable material, Learning various harmonica techniques.Assessment will take place in lesson and via students submitting recordings for the tutor to assess.
Entry requirements
The course is for absolute beginners although any previous musical experience will be helpful.
What you need to know before you enrol
Excellent attendance and punctuality is required from all students. This course requires study/completion of activities outside of class time.
What you need
A 10 diatonic harmonica in the key of C.
What you can do next
Harmonica 1b will continue developing your skills
