Instrumental Music Courses

Kensington and Chelsea College teach a range of musical instruments for adults seeking to develop music making skills for enjoyment and pleasure. Music lessons range from Guitar, Piano Keyboard, Drums and Percussion, which are all offered as evening classes. The College also offers a BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Music: Musicianship and Performance. This qualification course covers musicianship for the modern Music Industry. All courses are taught within purpose built music classrooms and recording studios.

Throughout the duration of courses, we aim to build confidents. Lessons are dynamic and creative. Students are expected to practice skills learnt outside weekly music lessons. Our tutors are committed to making music accessible for all and take a practical approach to teaching and will introduce students to essential music theory, to ensure long term musical development.

Instrumental Music Courses starting soon:

Piano Keyboard Lessons: Beginners ( 11GMT001-03 )
Guitar Lessons: Beginners/Intermediate ( 11GMI001-03 )
Percussion and Drum Workshop ( 11GMI006-03 )

Courses and Fees

Piano Keyboard Lessons: Beginners ( 11GMT001 )

This part-time evening course is for anyone interested in learning Piano Keyboard playing techniques. The lessons will cover hand positioning/fingering, music theory, chords, major/minor scales and general musicianship. Students are required to practise piano keyboard exercises learnt outside weekly classroom lessons.

Adult Education Discount Available

Code	Location	Start	Weeks	Times	Lecturer
11GMT001-02	Wornington Centre	10 Jan 12	10	Tue 18:30-20:30	Seon-Hee Pakdel
AE Concs: £39 AE Full Fees: £124 Non-EU: £210
11GMT001-03	Wornington Centre	24 Apr 12	10	Tue 18:30-20:30	Seon-Hee Pakdel
AE Concs: £39 AE Full Fees: £124 Non-EU: £210

Guitar Lessons: Beginners/Intermediate ( 11GMI001 )

"This guitar course is both for beginner and intermediate levels �a mixed ability course -for all those interested In this friendly group environment, you will learn how to use basic chords, harmony and melody using songs and improvisation. You will need to bring your own guitar. "

Adult Education Discount Available

Code	Location	Start	Weeks	Times	Lecturer
11GMI001-02	Wornington Centre	09 Jan 12	10	Mon 19:00-21:00	Johnny Cox
AE Concs: £39 AE Full Fees: £124 Non-EU: £210
11GMI001-03	Wornington Centre	23 Apr 12	8	Mon 19:00-21:00	Johnny Cox
AE Concs: £33 AE Full Fees: £102 Non-EU: £168

Blues Guitar Course: Beginners/Intermediates ( 11GMI007 )

This course is primarily focused on the guitar styles of the Delta Blues greats and will cover; chords playing, finger picking styles, blues scales and strumming patterns, and will also explore alternate tunings and finger techniques. Students are required to bring their own instrument, capo and slides (bottle necks) to classes, and also practice guitar exercises learnt outside weekly classroom lessons.

Adult Education Discount Available

Code	Location	Start	Weeks	Times	Lecturer
11GMI007-01	Wornington Centre	11 Jan 12	10	Wed 19:00-21:00	Stephen Ilo
AE Concs: £39 AE Full Fees: £124 Non-EU: £210

Percussion and Drum Workshop ( 11GMI006 )

This course is for beginners who want to learn the basics of playing rhythm, percussion instruments and drum kit. Students will learn about rhythm, hand and stick techniques required to play the basic grooves. Emphasis is on learning -The Rhythm Tree- ( from John Stevens "Search and Reflect") for application in all styles of music. Styles covered include Cuban, African and Western grooves for percussion and drums Equipment required: Drumsticks.

Adult Education Discount Available