An intensive class for those who have been learning piano for one or two terms. Improve your playing working at around Grade 1 (ABRSM) standard.
Courses
Piano 1B Fast-track
When & Where
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22 April 2025 - 1 July 2025 ( 20 hours, 10 weeks )
- Morning, Tuesday
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View course timetable
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Waterloo Centre
Quick Facts
- Availability Yes
- Course Code W24CCLA05H
- Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course
What you will learn
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- know the layout of the keyboard
- demonstrate fundamentals of good technique: good posture and hand position
- play simple 5-finger exercises, simple melodies and chords
- read and write simple pitch, rhythm and time signatures
- listen to yourself and others
- shift hand position between and within phrases
Cost
Full fee
£190
Concession fee
£145
Class format and activities
This course will be delivered in the digital keyboard classroom, with one keyboard per student. Listening to tutor explanation and demonstration Playing with and to others in the class Playing individually to the tutor Listening to others and group discussion aural and theory exercises
Entry requirements
Ideally you should have completed the Piano 1A Fast-track or play the piano for a few months. You will need access to a piano (acoustic or digital) outside class. Willingness to do short, regular practice sessions between classes: at least 10-15 minutes, at least 4 times a week.
What you need to know before you enrol
You should be careful when playing the piano to maintain good posture and take regular breaks to stretch and relax, to avoid overuse injuries. You will need to complete homework on a weekly basis. Achievement on your course will be measured by whether you meet the learning outcomes. At the start of the course you will have an opportunity to discuss these with your tutor and set your own personal targets, linked to the learning outcomes and future goals. Excellent attendance and punctuality is required from all students. This course requires study/completion of activities outside of class time.
What you need
Notebook, pencil and eraser, and manuscript paper for music notation. Text: Adult Piano Adventures by Nancy and Randall Faber, All-in-one Piano Course, Book 1. Other materials to be supplied by the tutor. During the first session, you will receive guidance from your tutor about how to access the online course material, such as recordings and sheet music. The College provides headphones for all students but you are encouraged to bring your own.
What you can do next
You can continue with the Piano 2A course. Morley offers piano courses through all levels up to advanced.
