Jazz vocal improvisation
Course
In London
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Pie 'n' Mash Films
Course London / Classroom-based£ 20 + VAT -
London Jewish Cultural Centre
Course London / Classroom-based£ 130 VAT exempt -
THE COURAGE TO SING
Course London / Classroom-based£ 180 VAT inc. -
Grubser’s
Course London / Classroom-basedPrice on request -
National Opera Studio
Course London / Classroom-basedPrice on request -
Act Up
Course London / Classroom-based£ 184 + VAT -
London Language and Drama School
Short course London / Classroom-basedPrice on request
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
London
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Start date
Different dates available
Develop approaches to improvising with jazz tunes and singing over standard chord sequences. There will be regular practice in class to build your improvising confidence and expertise.
Tutor: Matt Burdynowski.
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
- have a sense of know-how and confidence
- get constructive feedback on your efforts
- enjoy being adventurous in a supportive group of musicians
- internalise jazz language, scales and patterns
- use ideas, strategies and devices to enhance your performance
- develop practice methods and establish a routine.
Lead sheets will be provided. A machine to record parts of the class would be useful.
Vocal and physical warm up. Some listening to recordings and some discussion, but mostly demonstration and practical involvement in group singing tasks and solo efforts.
Reviews
Subjects
- Jazz
- Improvisation
Course programme
- Some standard chord changes (this will require preparation) and some of the more unusual repertoire.
- Developing your ear and understanding of jazz harmony, time feel and rhythm.
- Performing solo over a range of material.
- Learning sample patterns and melodies (this will involve reading notation as well as working by ear).
- Applying the principles of improvising to your interpretation of jazz melodies.
Additional information
Jazz vocal improvisation
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Pie 'n' Mash Films
Course London / Classroom-based£ 20 + VAT -
London Jewish Cultural Centre
Course London / Classroom-based£ 130 VAT exempt -
THE COURAGE TO SING
Course London / Classroom-based£ 180 VAT inc. -
Grubser’s
Course London / Classroom-basedPrice on request -
National Opera Studio
Course London / Classroom-basedPrice on request -
Act Up
Course London / Classroom-based£ 184 + VAT -
London Language and Drama School
Short course London / Classroom-basedPrice on request