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Learn to Play the Harp - Intro Course for Elementary Beginners Ages 9 - 13

Have your child always wanted to play the harp? This 4 week course will give you an introduction to the harp. You will learn all the basics of the harp and will get a good start on your harp journey.
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What's included

4 live meetings
2 in-class hours

Class Experience

Beginner Level
If you have always been enchanted by the ethereal sounds of the harp and dream of creating music with this beautiful instrument, then it's time to enroll in a "Learn to play the harp" course. Whether you are a complete beginner or have some experience with music, this course will guide you through the fundamentals of harp playing.    From understanding the harp's mechanics to mastering techniques for producing mesmerizing melodies, you will receive expert instruction every step of the way. With dedication and practice, you will soon be plucking the strings of this magical instrument with confidence and grace. Enroll today and embark on a musical journey like no other!   

In this 8 week course students will learn the following:
How do sit at the harp
basic harp tuning,
note names on the strings
notes names, 
finger numbers,
songs,
brackets,
note values, 
rhythm, 
body mechanics
proper hand  and fingerer positioning, 
foundational playing skills 
different harps and musical styles
harp technique, 
harp notations 
learn beginners songs

Class Routine:
Each Class we will begin with warming up with exercises.  
We will do a short review of the previous week.
Musical Concepts (rhythms, dynamics, genre, cultural music, composition, 
improvisation, etc.)
Application (games, activities, performances, etc.)
Performance (group or individual)

My teaching style: 

I have been teaching harp & piano for 25+ years.  My formal e education at the Trinity Western University, Langley, BC.  She has also studied at the Royal Conservatory of Music, Toronto, The Associated Boards of the Royal School of Music, London & Trinity College, London.  She is also a member of the BC Registered Music Teachers Association,  BCRMTA

Syllabus

4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Getting Started
 How to hold a harp, How to tune the harp,  Musical alphabet, Notes on the strings, Hand Positions, Brackets, Quarter note, Learn a song 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Lesson 2
 Review, note names, Learn notes on the Treble Clef, Line & Space notes, note values,  rhythm & Learn song 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Lesson 3
 Review, Learn Playing with 3 fingers, connecting brackets together, adding the left hand. playing in different directions 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Lesson 4
 Review, Learn Playing with 4 fingers, , tied notes, , Both hands together, eighth notes, Performance (group or individual) 
30 mins online live lesson

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Hand out will be provided
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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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I have been teaching harp & piano for the past 25+ years.  My formal  education is with Trinity Western University in the areas of music and education,   I am also working on my music diploma with Trinity College in London.  I am also a RCM teacher and She is also a member of the BC Registered Music Teachers Association,  BCRMTA

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$25

weekly or $100 for 4 classes
1x per week, 4 weeks
30 min

Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
2-9 learners per class

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