Weekly private instruction in jazz piano to be arranged with instructor. Explore and develop skills and knowledge required to effectively play non-classical piano repertoire. Styles covered: blues, pop, folk, salsa, bossa-nova and jazz. Create bass lines, chord voicings, stylistic rhythms, melodies and improvised solos.
Learning Outcomes:
- Read lead sheets and interpret on piano
-Improvise
-Create chords easily
-Play in specific modern music styles
Delivery Method: Fully in-person
Prerequisites:
Proficiency on the piano. Audition is required - contact: jenniferallen@bennington.edu. Auditions will be held November 18-22 (by appointment only).
Course Level: 4000-level
Credits: 2
TBA (Full-term)
Maximum Enrollment: 5
Course Frequency: One time only
Categories: 4000 , All courses , Fully In-Person , Instrumental Study , Two Credit
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