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Season 2

Rockschool

8 Episodes Premiered October 20, 1987

Season Overview

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.

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Episodes

1
EP 1

New Technology

Oct 20, 1987

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

View Details 25 MIN
2
EP 2

MIDI

Oct 27, 1987

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

View Details 25 MIN
3
EP 3

Melody

Nov 3, 1987

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

View Details 25 MIN
4
EP 4

Soloing

Nov 10, 1987

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

View Details 25 MIN
5
EP 5

Guitar and Drum Synths

Nov 17, 1987

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.

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6
EP 6

Rhythm

Nov 24, 1987

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

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7
EP 7

Sampling and Harmony

Dec 1, 1987

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

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8
EP 8

Arrangement

Dec 8, 1987

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.

View Details 25 MIN