This group works on arrangements of jazz compositions, learning about jazz rhythms and styles. The sessions include help with improvisation to build confidence in this very important aspect the music. Almost any instrument is welcome, as long as there is enthusiasm to play jazz.
String Orchestra is for orchestral string instruments which are violin, viola, cello and double bass.
We play music from a range of genres including baroque, classical, romantic, twentieth century and musicals. You need to be able to read music and have lessons on your instrument to join.
Feel free to talk to Tom Deam about this ensemble if you have any questions.
This course is aimed at 6 - 8 year olds and aims to lay a foundation in music from which students can start learning an instrument and taking part once they are 8 years old in the main groups at SaMM.
The course includes learning recorder, Ukulele, drumming, the basics of reading music and of course lots of singing and creative music making. It covers what was the national curriculum in music education and much more.
An exciting guitar course for students who have a basic abillity on the electric guitar and can play a few chords and basic single note riff phrases.
We will follow in the footsteps of the greats & learn to play guitar like Slash, Jimi Hendrix & Kurt Cobain while cultivating your own unique preferential style!
We will bridge the gap between practical & theory whilst focusing on the joy of playing collectively in a group & and rocking out to each individual's strengths.
A course for all newcomers to this most versatile of instruments. Learning the technical basics of how to hold and play the guitar and getting to grips with notes and chords.
