***This class is for students who have completed Music Moves for Piano, Book 1.***

Using the Music Learning Theory research of Edwin Gordon and the adaptation of those ideas to the piano by Marilyn Lowe, this method introduces students to the fundamentals of musicianship and music study that will be applicable in whatever direction the learner chooses to take their future musical studies. This class has been updated to be an all-in-one class for continuing keyboard students. With instruction in level-appropriate songs, music theory and reading, improvisation and ear training, this live class will offer the freedom and flexibility for students to set the pace of their advancement. 

To keep pace with the class, most students need to put aside 10-20 minutes of practice, 4-5 times a week. Practicing is a skill that we work on throughout the course. 

By teaching new songs through prerecorded videos instead of live in class, I will be free to offer one on one instruction and support during our class time together. 

Our weekly class will be typically structured like this:

10 minutes: We will start each class all together in a group with check-ins, physical and musical warm ups and playing for the whole group to get a sense of what we need to work on for the day
10-15 minutes: Breakout Rooms. This is when the majority of learning songs from our book will happen. Learners who are still working on a song will have a chance to review on their own and get personalized feedback from me. In general, there will be three different breakout rooms: a group practice room, a quiet practice room where learners can practice all on mute, and a one-on-one room with me.
5-10 minutes: End of class group time. We will play games, share what we've mastered that week, and set individual and group goals for what we're doing at home and in the coming week.

Class recordings will be posted weekly when they have processed, and practice videos will be posted in the classroom to support learners as they learn the song(s) for the week.

For the topics and suggested deadlines for the songs we will learn in this class, please see the class syllabus.

Following this class, students will continue to Book 3.

*** FAQS ***
What does self-pacing mean for a live class?
-I am following the format put out by The Modern Classrooms Project. It means that the majority of my class time, demonstrating the new songs, will be 'outsourced' to me by way of previously recorded interactive videos. Using outside learning resources allows me to insert questions and assignments directly into my teaching videos, helping young learners stay focused and engaged, and allowing them to go as slowly or quickly through new material. It also means that I am still there in class to answer any questions. Although they can go faster or slower, there will be 'soft deadlines' when I recommend they have certain songs and activities completed by in order to keep rough pace with this class. Additionally, I have found that there's a variety of levels in Book 2 with some songs and skills being easier or harder for different students given the nature and skills learned in this course.

Can I join late?
-Yes! Due to the flexible nature of pacing in this class, late enrollments will be accommodated at a level comfortable to them. I strongly recommend new students take my asynchronous class on self-pacing so they are aware of how we'll conduct class and can jump right in with their material. Additionally, I recommend joining at the beginning of a Unit. Please consult the Syllabus and myself if you have questions

How will learners know what to work on while they are in a breakout room?
-Using Nearpod, slides, outside resources, and other student paced assignments, your learner will already have several physical and digital resources to keep them on track. Additionally, I will be checking in with the group, pulling learners out for one-on-one time, and reviewing what everyone is working on at the beginning of class.