MusicMusicRock and Role Play - A History of Tribute Bands (Thursday 1 - 3pm)DescriptionPlease note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. Courses may close earlier. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. Bjorn Again, The Bootleg Beatles, The Counterfeit Stones and Fake That are among the growing number of tribute bands currently in circulation. Although music tributes play a major role in the entertainment industry, little serious research has been published on the subject. This course explores the historical evolution of tribute entertainment, looking at some earlier examples such as ‘ghost’, cover and parody bands. We will consider why tribute artists are so popular and how developments in technology have aided their creation. Critical opinions on the merits of tribute acts will be discussed to see why they are loved or hated. The course offers an opportunity to gain deeper insight into the fascinating world of those who dedicate their lives to recreating the music and identity of famous artists and their fans. Number of Meetings 2 Course Leader Dr Georgina Gregory CRN 28113/MUSI000 Course FeesCourse Fee: Standard Fee: £35 Click here for information on our fee bands and further enrolment information
Album Club - Appreciating Classic Rock and Pop Music (Saturday 1 - 3pm)DescriptionPlease note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. Courses may close earlier. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. The course aims to foster a community of popular music lovers who discuss and share their thoughts on a selected album, promoting intellectual stimulation, social interaction, and a love for listening and discussion. The album club offers a space for personal growth, encouraging deeper engagement with popular music while enhancing communication skills. Number of Meetings 1 Course Leader Dr Georgina Gregory CRN 28114/MUSI000 Course FeesCourse Fee: Full Fee: £30 Click here for information on our fee bands and further enrolment information
Piano Playing through a Study of the life of Beethoven (Monday 10am - 12pm)DescriptionPlease note that the ‘last booking’ date is only a guide. Courses may close earlier. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure to enrol as soon as possible. Registrations may not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm. This unique course will introduce you to the works of Beethoven through analysis and interrogation of some of his most popular piano and orchestral works. Looking at such works as Fur Elise, Moonlight Sonata and Beethoven's symphonies, we will discover the history, context, structure, chords, melody, notation, interpretation, and performance techniques that are also common in many other works of the romantic era. Number of Meetings 5 Course Leader Debbie Adewale CRN 28291/MUSI000 Course FeesCourse Fee: Full Fee: £80| Concession: £40 Click here for information on our fee bands and further enrolment information
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