Education at GHC

Home Performances Bookings Membership Meetings Music Newsletter Pictures	Education We currently have the following classes scheduled: St. Charles Community College February 23 - March 8, 2012 7:00 PM Meramec Community College March 21 - April 4, 2012 7:00 PM Because we perform in public as an orchestral ensemble, most of our players have learned to read music so that they can play their parts correctly within the ensemble. Some players play by ear rather than by written notation, which is okay as long as they learn to play their assigned parts exactly the same as the readers. We periodically offer classes to help folks in several categories: Solo-Tuned Harmonica (Part I — Diatonic) Beginner level players will learn the basics of the 12-hole solo-tuned diatonic harmonica, which is tuned differently from the standard 10-hole diatonic instrument. Although not well suited for blues playing, the solo-tuned instrument is ideal for playing melodies and is simpler to learn. Students will learn basic playing technique, where the notes of the major scale are located on the harmonica and how to use this knowledge in playing a number of familiar melodies. Basics of scales, pitch and rhythm will be covered. Students must have a 12-hole diatonic or 12- or 16-hole chromatic instrument in the key of C for this course. An inexpensive 12-hole diatonic available through the club can be purchased at the first session. Sessions: 3 Coursebook: $5.00 Part I Course Materials (PDF Format) Solo-Tuned Harmonica (Part II — Chromatic) This course is designed for students who have completed Part I or have equivalent knowledge and wish to extend their knowledge to the solo-tuned chromatic, which is required for playing the sharps and flats found in more complex melodies and for playing in different keys. A 12- or 16-hole chromatic harmonica in the Key of C is required. The Gateway Harmonica Club can recommend sources for most favorable discount prices. Students will learn how to play sharps and flats, further their knowledge of pitch and rhythm notation, and learn to play a number of popular tunes. Sessions: 3 Coursebook: $5.00 Part II Course Materials (PDF Format) Chromatic Coaching- Experienced players meet with individuals or small groups for coaching on how to play selected songs from written music. Number of sessions is determined by the instructor based on student progress. Available to members only. Interested? contact ... Joe Fey (314) 839-0605 Charles Pratte (314) 961-7764 joefey@gatewayharmonicaclub.org Home