Music
Piano/keyboards 4B
Improver-level piano and keyboard course developing coordination, dynamics, scales, arpeggios, musicianship and performance skills.
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Upcoming classes
4 classes
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14 Sept 2026 Mondays | 18:00 - 19:30 | Short course11 weeks | JonathanWilson | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £249.00 | Book now |
11 Jan 2027 Mondays | 19:45 - 21:15 | Short course11 weeks | JonathanWilson | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £249.00 | |
14 Jan 2027 Thursdays | 18:00 - 19:30 | Short course10 weeks | DavidFrankel | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £229.00 | |
15 Jan 2027 Fridays | 11:30 - 13:00 | Short course10 weeks | JonathanWilson | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £229.00 |
Mon 11 Jan, 19:45 - 21:15
11 weeks11 weeksMon 19:45£249JonathanWilsonKeeley StreetThu 14 Jan, 18:00 - 19:30
10 weeks10 weeksThu 18:00£229DavidFrankelKeeley StreetFri 15 Jan, 11:30 - 13:00
10 weeks10 weeksFri 11:30£229JonathanWilsonKeeley Street
About this course
The course develops hand coordination through varied articulations, including playing legato in one hand and staccato in the other, alongside work on dynamic range, rhythm and keyboard harmony. Learners study scales and arpeggios in major and minor keys, discuss technical problems and performance style, and develop strategies for practising effectively. Teaching combines tutor explanation and demonstration with group playing and individual demonstration tasks. Repertoire progresses from approximately Grade 3 towards Grade 4 standard across the Level 4 modules, with theoretical and aural work supporting understanding of the pieces.
What you'll learn
- Perform at least three pieces from the class repertoire
- Use gradual dynamics in piano playing
- Play four major and three minor scales appropriate to the level
- Coordinate contrasting articulations between the hands, including simultaneous legato and staccato
- Apply technical exercises to address a range of playing problems
- Develop a regular practice strategy for the course repertoire
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for improvers with experience equivalent to completing Piano/keyboards 3, working with material around Grade 3 to 4 standard. Participation includes group playing, individual demonstrations and class discussions. Learners need to follow written and verbal instructions in English and practise regularly between classes.
- Previous study or equivalent piano or keyboard experience is required
- Regular practice between classes is an important part of the course
- Learners take part in both group playing and individual demonstration tasks
- Written and verbal instructions in English are used
Before you go
- Learners should have access to an acoustic or digital piano for practice between classes.
- One or two printed music books are usually required; the provider supplies a repertoire and required-books list.
- A notebook and pencil are useful.
- Materials, messages and homework tasks are shared through Google Classroom.