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Improvisation Magic at the Keyboard
Heather Kirkconnell
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(268)
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Put music theory into practice: anyone who has done some piano studies can make their own music through fun, games, and creative keyboard exploration!
Class Experience
Anybody can improvise their own music! Yes, really! Piano and keyboard students of any level who want to make their own music are invited! Some knowledge and experience at the keyboard is expected, but this is a beginner, intermediate and advanced-level pianist's introduction to improvisation at the keyboard. This class will feature many keyboard games that will challenge and inspire young improvisers. Each week, we will explore a different improvisational approach which does not build on the...
- The first goal of this course is to inspire and encourage young pianists eager to explore their own creativity. Through that end, students will gain a hands-on understanding of music theory as it applies to that day's class. A fun, encouraging performance environment will be cultivated in which everyone feels comfortable trying out their improvisations. Proper piano technique and position will encouraged as well, making this an excellent supplement to the student's other music lessons.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assignments
Frequency: 3-6 throughout the classFeedback: includedDetails: Assignments will be to continue the learning we did in class and go more in-depth with improvisations in between classes.Progress Report
Frequency: includedDetails: A progress report will be sent to the learner and parent, or just the parent, as requested or needed.Certificate of Completion
Frequency: 1 after class completionDetails: A certificate with the skills worked on and learner's name will be available after completion of the course.
A piano or keyboard with at least 62 keys and polyphonic settings are necessary. The camera during class should show at least some of the keyboard as well as the learner, as best as able. The book we will use for some classes is called Discover Beginning Improvisation, by Nancy Faber. It is not required but students who want to go farther with improvisation should get it-$8.95 from SheetMusicPlus.com
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Before the first class, please check your Zoom Audio settings. You should select "Use Original Sound" and then selected "Enable Original Sound" once you have entered the classroom. Otherwise, Zoom may filter out your music as background noise.
Joined November, 2020
5.0
268reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor’s of Music in Performance, Oberlin Conservatory, USA Diplôme de Perfectionnement, Conservatoire à Rayonnement Régional de Versailles, France 15+ years working, performing, and teaching piano, general music, choir, and organ all over the...
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Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
25 min
Completed by 14 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-7 learners per class
