Jazz guitar - advanced

Course Content:
Your course will have a practical focus and offer you opportunities to learn and further develop your jazz guitar skills.

Topics will include:

Examining important jazz performances, styles and jazz guitar players
An advanced understanding of music theory for developing ideas for improvisation
Rhythmic skills and ideas
Developing a personal repertoire and a constructive practice routine
Transcription and developing aural skills
Exploring and developing the technical aspects of piano playing

Each term the class combines with the jazz piano class and additional bass and drums to practically explore the pieces you have learned as a group.
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.