Designed for musicians who have never improvised, are just beginning, or want to make their improvisation more engaging. Improvisation - spontaneous composition - is easy when you tap into knowledge and abilities we all naturally possess.
This class includes real-time interaction between instructor and classmates.
- Ear Training - Learning to recognize and understand what we hear.
- Rhythm - Command of pulse, subdivision, duration, and accents.
- Practice improv drills and exercises in a group performance setting.
- Apply improv skills to jazz standards.
Recommended homework and practice schedule will vary from week to week. Instructor will provide weekly homework assignments and give feedback on student work throughout the course.
Students requirements: Regular attendance and daily exercise is critical for maximizing learning and integration of skills into a student's performances.
There are no prerequisites for this course. Contact Marge Rosen mrosen@pencol.edu for more info. This class is especially good for people who don't think they can improvise. Really! Open to students 16 years of age or older.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Build comfort and confidence in soloing
- Use improvisation tools for practicing and applying in solos
- Learn foundational melodic composition concepts
- Apply improv skills to jazz standards