Class Piano 2 (MUSC 1255)
Class Piano 2 is the second of a two-course sequence in basic keyboard and literacy skills that introduces non-pianists to practical musicianship at the piano keyboard. In level 2 students reinforce their knowledge of intermediate and advanced rudiments, play repertoire from different music styles, and learn more fundamentals of improvising over simple harmonic progressions in jazz and popular music idioms.
Course code: MUSC 1255
Credits: 1.0
Length: 30.0 hours
Course outline:
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| CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42184 | January 6, 2025 to April 25, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Broadway Building A | Minemoto, Sharon |
| 42183 | January 6, 2025 to April 25, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Broadway Building A | Plumley, Patricia |
Additional Information
- Simple piano repertoire, including more advanced repertoire from different musical styles
- Sight-reading simple music in major and minor keys
- Basic cadential chord progression in all major and minor keys
- Blues and other basic jazz progressions
- Popular music harmonic idioms
- Basic RH voicings in and in LH
- LH 2-feel bass lines and walking bass lines
- More advanced coordination of melody and walking bass lines
- Minor and Major II-V-I voicings
- Bossa Nova grooves
1. Practical and/or written examinations that demonstrate ability at or above the final exam and learning outcomes of this course.
2. A successful interview with the Music Department Leader and one other music faculty member
2. A successful interview with the Music Department Leader and one other music faculty member
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.