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Have you ever wanted to experience the excitement of performing in a band, learning how a great song is built, and making your own recording? This fun, hands-on course gives you the chance to do exactly that as we work together to learn, perform and record one of the most iconic songs in popular music: Hey Jude by The Beatles.

Designed for music lovers of all experience levels, this course takes you behind the scenes of a classic hit. Discover how melody, rhythm, harmony and arrangement combine to create a song that has captivated audiences for generations. Along the way, you'll explore instrumentation, learn how different musical parts work together, and gain practical experience with singing and playing music as part of a group. Participants will rehearse the song, experiment with creative musical ideas, and develop the confidence to perform together. We will aim to recreate the original as closely as possible while also leaving room for improvisation, creativity and fun. The course culminates in a live performance and recording that you can keep as a memorable take-home memento.

Whether you're a complete beginner, a casual music enthusiast or an aspiring performer, this course offers a unique opportunity to learn, create, collaborate and experience the joy of making music together.

DELIVERY MODE

Face to face

COURSE OUTLINE

• Analyse the song - Hey Jude
• Determine its rhythm
• Understand instrumentation
• Rehearse melody and words
• Perform it and record it.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

• Know How a great song is constructed
• Understand instrumentation
• Learn vocal and instrument delivery - we will have piano and guitar - we will improvise with drums and bass guitar