Course title :  A Guide to Mastering the Piano - Accompaniment and Improvisation  

Unlock your musical potential with "A Guide to Mastering the Piano - Accompaniment and Improvisation." This comprehensive course teaches essential techniques for piano accompaniment and improvisation, catering to beginners and intermediate players alike. Learn chord progressions, rhythmic patterns, and improvisational skills to enhance your playing and express your creativity. With step-by-step guidance and practice exercises, you'll develop the confidence to accompany yourself or others and improvise confidently in various musical styles. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your piano skills, this course is your guide to mastering accompaniment and improvisation on the piano.

Description

Discover the art of piano accompaniment and improvisation with "A Guide to Mastering the Piano - Accompaniment and Improvisation." This comprehensive course is designed for beginners and intermediate players seeking to enhance their piano skills. Learn essential techniques such as chord progressions, rhythmic patterns, and improvisational skills to accompany yourself or others confidently. With step-by-step instructions and practice exercises, you'll develop the necessary skills to play various musical styles with ease. Whether you're a beginner pianist or looking to expand your repertoire, this course provides the guidance and tools to master piano accompaniment and improvisation. Join us and unlock your musical creativity on the piano!

Why Online ?

  • Cost effective - Typically UK diploma starts from GBP £3000 per annum, but with online study, you can enjoy saving more than 60% on your educational investment.
  • Practical Content - The coursework is immediately applicable to the careers, and you can earn long-term gains including increase in salary and promotions
  • Study anytime, anywhere - You don't have to attend a College campus, so you can study from anywhere in the world. The online delivery enables you to download the lecture notes, submit assignments wherever you are.
  • Assessments - Assessment is via assignment submission

Who is this course for?

Career path

Graduates of "A Guide to Mastering the Piano - Accompaniment and Improvisation" course have various career paths open to them. They can pursue opportunities as professional pianists, accompanists, session musicians, music teachers, or music directors in schools, churches, and community organizations. Additionally, they can explore careers in music production, arranging, composing, or songwriting. With proficiency in piano accompaniment and improvisation, individuals can also perform in bands, ensembles, or as solo artists in various genres such as jazz, pop, rock, and classical music. Moreover, they can leverage their skills to offer private piano lessons or workshops, contributing to their income while sharing their passion for music with others. Overall, mastering piano accompaniment and improvisation opens doors to diverse and fulfilling career opportunities in the music industry.

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

    • 6 Months
    • 9 Months
Entry Requirements

In order to apply you should have either:

    • OR;
Course Content
    1. Introduction to Piano Accompaniment: Basic concepts, chord progressions, and rhythmic patterns.
    2. Intermediate Accompaniment Techniques: Advanced chord voicings, inversions, and melodic accompaniment.
    3. Improvisation Fundamentals: Scales, modes, and basic improvisational techniques.
    4. Advanced Improvisation: Chord-scale relationships, melodic development, and stylistic improvisation.
    5. Accompanying Different Genres: Techniques for accompanying various musical styles such as jazz, pop, classical, and blues.
    6. Performance and Ensemble Skills: Ensemble playing, collaboration, and performance preparation techniques.
Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission

Fee Structure

The fee for the programme is as follows:

    • 6 Months - Accelerated mode @ GBP £1250
    • 9 Months - Standard mode @ GBP £950
Fee payment plans

The programme offers following fee payment plans:

    6 months programme● Payment option (a): GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments
    ● Payment option (b): GBP £1187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
    9 months programme● Payment option (c): GBP £190 x 5 monthly instalments
    ● Payment option (d): GBP £475 x 2 quarterly instalments
    ● Payment option (e): GBP £902.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
Accreditation

The programme is awarded by London School of International Business

How to apply?

Simply follow the 2 steps given below to apply:
1. Fill application form on-line at https://www.educationtraining.org.uk/enrolment-form/start.html
2. Pay application fee of GBP £10
(This can be paid online using credit or debit card)

Please visit our online application form to apply.