Jazz L3 Diploma

2-year course (Qualified candidates may be accepted directly onto 2nd year). The emphasis is on the practical aspect of jazz performance, supported by lessons in Theory, Harmony and Improvisation.The group is divided into small ensembles, based on ability and instrumental balance. Each group is expected to perfom in the college auditorium every other week and there are plenty of opportunities provided for further performances in the community. Five Reasons to Study this Course at Chichester 1. Highly qualified and widely respected tutors 2. Good facilities e.g. concert grand pianos & amps etc. in dedicated rooms 3. Outstanding student/staff rapport and atmosphere of mutual respect 4. Practical bias - at least 3 hours a day of rehearsals and workshops 5. Opportunities for public performance, recording and networking What will I Study? Core units are Music Performance and The Sound & Music Industry Keyboard skills/ Improv/Theory/Aural Most importantly, how to perform as an effective member of a modern jazz ensemble How will I be Taught? Expertly How will I be Assessed? Fairly, and with clear criteria and comprehensive feedback What our students say? "Thank you for the best two years of my life" "What a great atmosphere" " Can I come back and do it all again?"