Jazz Performance Ensemble 3 (C00225-121302)

Course Overview:

This Jazz Ensemble class will examine and develop a repertoire of standard tunes and arrangements for you to develop your performance skills and confidences within the ensemble.
This group will work at an advanced level.

Entry Requirements:

Knowledge of jazz music theory to an intermediate level will be useful and level 1 literacy an advantage as handouts will be distributed at different times to reinforce learning.
Tutor approval will be required for the ensemble courses to ensure balanced instrumentation within the groups. You may be progressing from the previous course or joining the ensemble at this point.
For further information please contact Julian Costello on: 0208 891 5907 ex 4014 or email julian.costello@racc.ac.uk

Course Content:

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

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

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.

Additional Information:

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

• If you require further course information or advice & guidance that is not answered in this outline, please email ccs@racc.ac.uk
You can also make an appointment for further information or tutor approval on our Open Days: http://www.racIc.ac.uk/opendays

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

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Bring To First Class:

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

Attendance:

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

Further Study and Career Opportunities:

You may wish to progress to further practical jazz courses at RACC or be interested to attend one the new courses to be planned for 2010.00 such as Jazz Theory Workshop Levels 1-3. ContactJulian Costello for further information or to express interest on: 0208 891 5907 ex 4014 or email julian.costello@racc.ac.uk

Alternative Courses:

• C00789-121301 Jazz Choir - An Introduction
  Start: 06/06/2013 Duration: 6 week(s) Days/Time: Thu (19:00 to 21:00)
• C00790-121301 Jazz Guitar - An Introduction
  Start: 06/06/2013 Duration: 6 week(s) Days/Time: Thu (19:00 to 21:00)
• C00791-121301 Jazz Piano - An Introduction
  Start: 06/06/2013 Duration: 6 week(s) Days/Time: Thu (20:00 to 21:30)
• C00217-121306 Jazz Vocal Masterclass 1
  Start: 20/04/2013 Duration: 12 week(s) Days/Time: Sat (11:30 to 13:30)
• C00529-121301 Summer Jazz at Richmond Jazz School
  Start: 22/07/2013 Duration: 1 week Days/Time: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri (10:00 to 18:00)
• C00252-121302 Taster - Jazz Ensembles
  Start: 25/05/2013 Duration: 1 week Days/Time: Sat (13:00 to 14:00)

How to Enrol:

Tutor approval will be required for the ensemble courses to ensure balanced instrumentation within the groups.
If you are continuing from the previous course please simply request your tutor to sign your enrolment form OR contact Julian Costello.
If you are a new student joining the ensemble please complete and submit an application form or contact Julian Costello for further information or to express interest on: 0208 891 5907 ex 4014 or email julian.costello@racc.ac.uk
To complete and submit an application form: Complete an Application Form

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. “How much homework will I need to do outside of class?”
Your practice at home through the course will be guided by your tutor and will greatly enhance your experience of and contribution to the course.

2. “What will happen if I miss a class?”
If you miss a class please try to inform the tutor or the college as early as possible. Your tutor will endeavour to keep you up to date with course content

3. “When will the exams take place?”
There are no exams on this course.

4. “Do I need any special clothing or equipment?”
You will need your own instrument to learn and practise on.

5. “Is there any tutorial support?”
No additional tutorial support is offered for this course.

6. “What is Level 1 Literacy and why is it mentioned?”
Level 1 Literacy is approximately grades D-G at GCSE or equivalent and we feel it is important to make students aware of this minimum requirement for this course environment as some course information is likely to be presented in a written form. If you want to do this course and do not have this level please contact the Curriculum Leader Julian Costello on: 0208 891 5907 ex 4014 or email julian.costello@racc.ac.uk to discuss the course and other support RACC might offer.

Information Advice and Guidance:

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