Lesson # 9
1. New Puppet Show:
The new puppet show is called “Waltz of the Flowers” and the song is from The Nutcracker, a fairy tale ballet. The composer is Pytor Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Ask your student some fun questions about it. Did they like it?
2. Baby Steps and Leaps:
Baby Step: 2 notes that move up or down just a little bit. They sound close together.
Leap: 2 notes that move up or down a lot. They sound far apart.
Understanding this concept is CRUCIAL! We use it over and over again in 2nd and 3rd year. Be sure to really focus on cementing this early on!
3. Independently imitating a melodic pattern. Since the voice is a child's first instrument we will help him learn to play it correctly and in tune. Research shows that before first grade, every child should be able to sing in tune. With this exercise we help them to get there and build confidence in doing so -- all while playing!
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