Jazz Theory for Classical
Musicians FALL 2024
Designed for Classical Musicians Who Wish to Learn the Essentials Of Jazz Theory
12-week course (October - December 2024)
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Upcoming Courses: AMusTCL & LMusTCL 6-Month Intensive Courses
Are you a classical musician who wishes to learn the essentials of jazz theory, understand and appreciate jazz musical styles and compositions, and apply basic jazz theory to improvisation?
Classical musicians often find jazz intimidating. If you've ever felt lost in jazz, wondering how to break free from classical constraints, you're not alone.
Imagine your classical expertise with the spontaneous energy of jazz. Picture yourself confidently navigating jazz melodies and understanding intricate jazz chords.
This dream can become a reality through our Jazz Theory for Classical Musicians Fall 2024 course.
Our 12-week journey from October to December 2024, tailor-made for classical musicians wanting to embrace jazz theory, explore diverse styles, and venture into exciting improvisation.
It's time to address the pain points you've been experiencing when teaching composition. I understand the challenges you face, and I'm here to provide you with effective solutions.
As a musician deeply passionate about classical and jazz, I understand the struggle of transitioning between the two worlds. That's why I've crafted this program – to help you seamlessly blend the richness of classical and the spontaneity of jazz.
I am Dr. Lai, and I'm passionate about music education. Being a composer and an educator for decades, I believe everyone has the right to learn music.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Meeting every Wednesday 9:00-10:30 p.m. HK Time
(Total of 18 hours)
Weeks 1-6: Elementary Level
The elementary level is for students who are knowledgeable about Classical music but have never played jazz and have not taken any jazz theory courses before.
Contents:
The concept of Swing Rhythm
Jazz Melodic Structure
Jazz Chord Structure
Scale and Chord Relationship
ii-V-I Progression + Voice Leading
Blues/12-bar Blues Form
Walking Bass
Comp Rhythms and Voicings
Brazilian Rhythm
AABA Form
Weeks 7-12: Intermediate Level
The intermediate level is for musicians who have some basic knowledge of jazz and have taken a jazz theory course before.
Contents:
Tonicisation
Turnaround Progression
Turnback Progression
Bebop Scales
The Jazz Blues Progression
Altered Dominant
Harmonic Substitution
Afro-Cuban Jazz
Drop-Two Voicings
ABAC Form
* Students may take the full 12-week course or choose one of the two units, based on individual needs.
✔ Course materials and exercises are provided before each lesson for students to upload and print out for the lesson.
✔ Besides lectures, each lesson would involve aural training and written exercises which help students better understand the music.
✔ Small amount of homework assignments would be given.
Fees
Full 12-week Course:
US$900 (18 hours)
Payment in full at the beginning of the course.
6-Week Elementary Level or Intermediate Level:
US$500 (9 hours)
Payment in full at the beginning of the selected unit.
Payment Method
You shall receive an invoice from Brookside Music Studio via PayPal in your email. Payment is due upon receipt of the invoice.
why join now?
Now is the perfect moment to engage yourself in this transformative experience. Be ready to not only play jazz but to compose it. Elevate your composition skills, discover your unique voice, unleash creativity across genres, and embark on a musical journey that extends far beyond the notes on a page.
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