Rockschool Season 2

Synopsis

Season 2 introduced electronic musical instruments such as Synths, Samplers & Drum Machines to the band line-up. It also covered genres such as Synthpop. Finally vocals were covered in the last show of the series.

Main Cast

Deirdre Cartwright

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Henry Thomas

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Geoff Nicholls

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Alastair Gavin

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Episodes

Episode 1

20 October 1987 - New Technology

How electronic developments have affected music includes the history of the synthesizer. Guests include Tony Banks and Rick Wakeman.

Episode 2

27 October 1987 - MIDI

How to use MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface), sequencers and drum machines. Guests include drummer Omar Hakim and keyboard player Vince Clarke.

Episode 3

03 November 1987 - Melody

An explanation of melody focuses on chord sequence and structure and singing technique. Also: clips of James Brown, Eurythmics and Bronski Beat.

Episode 4

10 November 1987 - Soloing

An introduction to soloing techniques examines phrasing and dynamics and demonstrates how to use relative scales. Guests: Tony Banks (Genesis) and singer James Ingram.

Episode 5

17 November 1987 - Guitar and Drum Synths

How to use synthesizers with drums, guitars and basses. MIDI controllers, and acoustic and electronic drums. Guests include drummer Bill Bruford and guitarist Allan Holdsworth.

Episode 6

24 November 1987 - Rhythm

An explanation of rhythm focuses on two-handed playing techniques for bass, piano and drums. Elton John in concert. Also: keyboard player Jools Holland.

Episode 7

01 December 1987 - Sampling and Harmony

Instrumental and vocal orchestration guitarist Andy Summers; keyboard player Tony Banks (Genesis); and singer Michael McDonald.

Episode 8

08 December 1987 - Arrangement

An introduction to arrangement features a discussion of the parts of a song and a segment on the five-string bass. Guests: drummer Omar Hakim and keyboard player Tony Banks.

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