Preparatory Class Piano 2 is the second of a two-course sequence in basic keyboard and literacy skills that introduces beginners to practical musicianship at the piano keyboard. In level 2 students reinforce their knowledge of more advanced rudiments, play more challenging repertoire from different music styles, and learn the fundamentals of improvising over simple harmonic progressions.
Prerequisites
MUSC 1054, MUSC 1013; exceptions can be made by permission of the Department Head.
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What you will learn
- Performing advanced beginner piano repertoire in different musical styles
- Sight-reading simple music in in major and minor keys
- Play two-octaves of all major and minor scales, hands separately
- Play arpeggios of all inversions of triads and seventh chords, hands separately
- Play basic cadential chord progression in all major and minor keys
How to register
Please contact the School of Instructor Education at 604.871.7488 or 604.871.7499 or by email at advising@vcc.ca to apply.
For more information, please see the PIDP Program Content Guide.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41427 |
January 5, 2026 to April 24, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41428 |
January 5, 2026 to April 24, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
Additional information
Vancouver Community College (VCC; the College) recognizes that students may have attained significant learning at a post-secondary level from experiences outside the formal post-secondary education system. The Music Department, in collaboration with the VCC Registrar’s Office, may grant credit to students who can demonstrate learning that equates to the learning outcomes and objectives of the course. Music students who request PLAR must:
1. Pass a written examination with a minimum grade of 80%, and/or
2. Complete a Performance Assessment, and
3. Complete a successful interview with the Music Department Leader and one other regularized music faculty member
† 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.