Class Piano 2 is the second of a two-course sequence in basic keyboard and literacy skills that introduces non-pianists to practical musicianship at the piano keyboard. In level 2 students reinforce their knowledge of intermediate and advanced rudiments, play repertoire from different music styles, and learn more fundamentals of improvising over simple harmonic progressions in jazz and popular music idioms.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Simple piano repertoire, including more advanced repertoire from different musical styles
- Sight-reading simple music in major and minor keys
- Basic cadential chord progression in all major and minor keys
- Blues and other basic jazz progressions
- Popular music harmonic idioms
- Basic RH voicings in and in LH
- LH 2-feel bass lines and walking bass lines
- More advanced coordination of melody and walking bass lines
- Minor and Major II-V-I voicings
- Bossa Nova grooves
1. Practical and/or written examinations that demonstrate ability at or above the final exam and learning outcomes of this course.
2. A successful interview with the Music Department Leader and one other music faculty member
For more information about Music courses, please email [email protected].
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41429 |
January 5, 2026 to April 24, 2026 |
Lab/Rehearsal | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule | |
| 41430 |
January 5, 2026 to April 24, 2026 |
Lab/Rehearsal | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.