Lesson by Alexander Grün

What you'll see in this course

To get you started in improvisation, create short sketches based on 4 notes, and miniatures inspired by a text.

Le programme de la formation

Improvisation I: 4 sketches

1. Introduction

• the different parameters of improvisation
• example of registration

2. Mysterioso

• working on a single note
• creating an ostinato
• finding harmonies

3. Trio

• start with three voices
• create imitations

4. Scherzo

• developing rhythmic motifs
• symphonic effect
• another example of a scherzo

5. Toccata

• inspirational piece
• 4-note toccata motif

Improvisation II: Miniatures on the Cross

6. Evocation

• ABA form
• interval work
• the tritone

7. Elevation

• interval colors

8. Perfect chords

• an example of registration
• sixth and fourth chords

9. Clusters

• cluster effect
• hesitant marching rhythm
• conclusion

10. Bonus

• alternating sixth and fourth chords
• Messiaen's modes
• finding harmonies from modes