MUSIC, PERFORMING ARTS & HOBBIES SINGING FOR BEGINNERS An 8-week course of basic singing technique and voice physiology to help a beginner take care of their voice, to find and begin to develop their voice's range and potential, the basics of tone and singing styles, unlocking high notes and solving common vocal "problems". Lyndon Piddington BMus(Hons) DipEd 56531F Tue., 6pm 14 October, 8 wks x 1.5 hrs 56531G Fri., 10.30am 17 October, 8 wks x 1.5 hrs FEE: $172, disc. $156, conc. $152 WEA CENTRE LEARNING TO READ MUSIC Rhythm, beat, pitch, melody, harmony - the essential elements of any music. Learn how they are notated, write and practise them separately first, then put them together and music then becomes a very easy 'language' to read! Materials required. Lyndon Piddington BMus(Hons) DipEd 56501B Tue., 10.30am 7 October, 10 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $196, disc. $177, conc. $172 WEA CENTRE
PIANO FOR COMPLETE BEGINNERS: STAGE 1 Learn to play the piano and sight-read music. Access to a piano or keyboard between lessons is essential. Only one piano in class. Book $40 from tutor. Emilio Pieroni 56524D Wed., 8pm 15 October, 8 wks x 1.5 hrs FEE: $172, disc. $156, conc. $152 WEA CENTRE PIANO ACCORDION FOR BEGINNERS Discover and appreciate the piano accordion through hands-on experience and professional guidance that will promote and encourage the playing and enjoyment of this most versatile and historical instrument. BYO piano accordion, textbook required approx. $20. Jay Tobin 56527A Thu., 1pm 23 October, 6 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $172, disc. $156, conc. $152 WEA CENTRE START PLAYING KEYBOARD The ideal way to start playing music. This beginners’ course will have you playing familiar songs in just two lessons. Instruction is clear and allows you to progress at your own pace. BYO keyboard 56554A Wed., 6pm 15 October, 6 wks x 1.5 hrs FEE: $148, disc. $134, conc. $128 WEA CENTRE INTRODUCTION TO BANJO The Banjo is originally an African instrument, versatile and suited to different styles of music. Easy to learn and best played with a simple fingerpicking plus text approximately $25. Peter Morey CertComMus(Perf) technique. Learn key centres, chord changes and melodies and if you don't read music it doesn't matter! BYO Banjo. Text required: Hal Leonard - Banjo Method Book 1 For 5 String Banjo (can be purchased from the tutor first session). Matthew Newland BA Music 56540B Tue., 7.45pm 28 October, 6 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $172, disc. $156, conc. $152 WEA CENTRE
GUITAR 4 This course builds on the concepts covered in Guitar 3 and a competent knowledge of those concepts is assumed. You will learn advanced rhythm-guitar techniques including Barre-chords, rock- chords, power-chords and fingerpicking (with examples from classic pop and rock songs). Guitar theory will also be covered. Leigh Fopp 56513 Sat., 9am 15 November, 3 wks x 3 hrs FEE: $148, disc. $134, conc. $131 WEA CENTRE INTRODUCTION TO SONGWRITING Why do songs stick in your head? Sign up now to learn songwriting in a clear, understandable way. No musical knowledge required! We cover elements of songs, structures that work, technology, finding inspiration and much more. Most importantly you will acquire the tools needed to create your first song! Karl Zander Dip Songwriting,CertMusicThera 56517B Sat., 2pm 11 October, 4 wks x 1.5 hrs FEE: $120, disc. $105, conc. $102 WEA CENTRE SONGWRITING II - THEORY INTO PRACTICE Got a great song idea? Not sure how to proceed? Join fellow aspiring songwriters for this fun, practical songwriting workshop. Be guided through song creation, development, structure, performance and feedback. Participate solo, or collaborate in a supportive, nurturing environment. Bring your acoustic instrument, your existing ideas and an open mind. Karl Zander Dip Songwriting,CertMusicThera 56518 Sat., 9.30am 15 November, 1 sess x 5 hrs FEE: $109, disc. $99, conc. $96 WEA CENTRE BASIC BLUES HARMONICA No music reading skills required. Styles include blues, rock, traditional and country. Harmonicas (only played in the key of C) upto $90 (approx.) to be purchased. If you have a harmonica contact the tutor to check suitability. John Hastwell 56521C Mon., 5.45pm 20 October, 6 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $172, disc. $156, conc. $152 WEA CENTRE PLAY LIKE THE SUPERSTARS OF THE SIXTIES Do you love rock'n'roll, have a guitar and know a few basics but never took it any further, then, this course is for you! Learn a number of classic rock'n'roll works by artist like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, the Rolling Stones and more. Learn easy lead and rhythm guitar techniques without reading music! This course aims to get you sounding like a superstar! John Hastwell 56522 Mon., 8pm 20 October, 6 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $172, disc. $156, conc. $152 WEA CENTRE NEW
MORE SAXOPHONE This course is for those who have basic knowledge of the saxophone and can produce a reasonable sound and play the notes D through to C. You will build on your current knowledge and learn to improvise and play some simple tunes. BYO or hire an alto or tenor saxophone with spare reeds. John Mabarrack MA Music 56528 Sat., 2pm 18 October, 6 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $172, disc. $156, conc. $152 WEA CENTRE
UKULELE: CHORD TWINS AND MORE For beginners who’ve completed the Ukulele Basics course, or students who have been exploring online tutorials or have never taken lessons but are strumming in a group. Using songs and exercises you will be taught 1, 2 and 3 finger chords, strumming patterns, tuning and more … and most importantly, how to have fun with the 'jumping flea.' Ukuleles cost approx $90+tuner. Based on standard GCEA tuning, baritone ukuleles will need a capo. Christopher Waite 56550 Mon., 6pm 20 October, 6 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $172, disc. $156, conc. $152 WEA CENTRE
GUITAR 3 This course builds on the concepts covered in Guitar 2. You will learn advanced rhythm-guitar techniques and chords (with examples from classic pop and rock songs). How to play barre-chords and guitar theory will also be covered so you can play the artists, styles and songs of your choice. Leigh Fopp 56512 Sat., 9am 11 October, 3 wks x 3 hrs FEE: $148, disc. $134, conc. $131 WEA CENTRE
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