Piano and Keys
Introduction
Whether you are a talented classical pianist or a gigging keyboardist the Piano & Keys course will meet you where you are and lead you into greater confidence and competence in any scenario. The course is committed to not only making you a better player, but a better all-round musician.
You will cover everything from fundamental theory and technique to advanced methods of improvisation. Learn how to make a completely new sound on your instrument through an extensive chord and styles study and have opportunities each week to apply what you have learnt in Live Playing Workshops.
Facilities
Check out the video below for a tour of the facilities available to students
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Course Tutor
Matthew Cossey
Matthew first came to Nexus as a student back in 2004 and never quite managed to leave! With a playing ability and an understanding of music that far exceeded his years Matthew was trained up ‘in house’ and now exercises his love for teaching having taken on the Piano & Keys department back in 2007.
Matthew joined Nexus with a wealth of musical experience, having enjoyed regular gigs in numerous bands and scenarios. Since coming to Nexus he has continued to pursue excellence, studying and playing alongside many top professionals. Be it Jazz, Gospel, Blues, Pop, Rock or classical music, Matthew has the ability to fit into any playing scenario and loves opening up how different styles of music work to his students.
Student Testimonies
Whatever your musical background and education the course will challenge you and develop you into musicians who are able to express and play confidently in any scenario. In the video below you can hear from Naomi who studied on the course in 2009/2010. Naomi, like many others, had a classical background but wanted to develop her ear and learn to play without the need of a score.
Piano Improvisation
This is a short clip from one of our staff concert performances. This unrehearsed improvisation shows Keys tutor Matt Cossey performing an introduction to 'Fallin' by Alicia Keys. At Nexus we are passionate about developing students into mature musicians and followers of Christ who are able to express themselves and God through their instruments. Whether you are a talented keyboardist, or a highly trained classical piano player, the course will help you grow into a creative musician who can accurately express God through your instrument and your whole life. Why not visit us on an open day to found out more...
Sample Lesson
Click here to download an example of the lesson handouts that students are given in core classes. This is part of a 'General Musicianship' lesson introducing the Rhodes Electric Piano and is accompanied by a short video where you can see and hear the infamous Rhodes Mark 1 being played.
Piano and Keys Gallery
Contact Us
If you would like any more information about the course please first have a look through our FAQ's page. This should hopefully ansswer the most common questions. If after this you still have any further course related questions then please don't hestitate to contact the course tutor on:
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