Preparatory Class Piano 1 (MUSC 1054)

Preparatory Class Piano 1 is the first of a two-course sequence in basic keyboard and literacy skills that introduces beginners to practical musicianship at the piano keyboard. In level 1 students reinforce their knowledge of rudiments learn the fundamentals of reading rhythms and melodies, and chords at the keyboard.
Course code: MUSC 1054
Credits: 1.0
Length: 30.0 hours
Campus: Broadway Broadway
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=MUSC&number=1054

Corequisites

MUSC 1013; exceptions can be made by permission of the Department Head.
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Additional Information

  • Reading at the keyboard
  • White-note-tonic major and minor keys
  • Triads in inversions (both block chords and arpeggios)
  • Cadential harmonic progression in white-note-tonic major and minor keys
  • Scale and arpeggio fingerings
  • Posture, body awareness and health at the keyboard

Vancouver Community College (VCC; the College) recognizes that students may have attained significant learning at a post-secondary level from experiences outside the formal post-secondary education system. The Music Department, in collaboration with the VCC Registrar’s Office, may grant credit to students who can demonstrate learning that equates to the learning outcomes and objectives of the course. Music students who request PLAR must:

1. Pass a written examination with a minimum grade of 80%, and/or
2. Complete a Performance Assessment, and
3. Complete a successful interview with the Music Department Leader and one other regularized music faculty member

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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