Let's Start Suzuki Recorder: Soprano Recorder (Small Group, Age 4-7)
In this 6-week small group class, students will learn to play recorder using the Suzuki Method. Classes are taught by a British Suzuki Music Association trained teacher.
Stella
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What's included
6 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will be encouraged to listen to their repertoire every day and to practice every day for 10-20 minutes. Printable (optional) resources will be provided to help students develop good practice habits.Class Experience
The age range for this class is 4-7. Students age 6-7 who have been learning another instrument for at least a year might prefer to join the 6-9 year old class where we move at a slightly faster pace. 5 year old "Suzuki kids" who have been learning a Suzuki method instrument for over 2 years may also join the 6-9 class. Contact me if you would like to check which class is most suitable. Please note that this class will only run if at least three learners are enrolled. If the minimum number is not met you will be offered the opportunity to enroll in an individual or pair lesson in the same time slot or to transfer into a different small group class. In this online 6-week course students will learn up to five beginner recorder pieces from Suzuki Recorder Volume 1. These pieces are: One Bird, Variation A One Bird, Variation B Now We Sing Mary Had a Little Lamb Suo Gan The Suzuki Method is carefully designed to teach a new technique with each piece. We will start the course with pre-instrument steps and progress through the Suzuki Repertoire at a comfortable pace for each student. Students do not need any prior experience of recorder playing but it may be helpful, especially for younger students, to participate in my one-off 'Get Ready for Recorder' class before enrolling on this course. Each class will include a short section of personalised individual tuition. Students are encouraged to proceed at their own pace throughout the duration of the course. It is possible that not every student will be able to master all five pieces by the end of the course. There will be plenty of opportunity for participation in the lesson for all students. As this is a Suzuki class, students will be learning to play by ear and they will not be reading written notation at this stage. If you would also like your child to learn how to read music I recommend that you sign up for my Music Theory With Music Mind Games. This is a fun game based class using attractive materials. It works very well for Suzuki learners of any instrument. https://outschool.com/classes/music-theory-with-music-mind-games-72sudlxn?usid=AqiMytAP&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to stand in an appropriate stance for recorder playing, hand positioning, and breath control. Students will be introduced to staccato and legato articulation. They will learn up to five beginner pieces on the recorder. All pieces will have sung lyrics to assist with learning.
Students are encouraged to play with beautiful intonation and articulation and to listen to the sound they are making.
There will be an opportunity for each student to perform to the rest of the class at the end of each weekly session.
As this is a Suzuki class, students will be learning to play by ear and they will not be reading written notation at this stage.
Other Details
Supply List
You will need: Essential: Recorder Please ensure you have a good quality plastic or wooden soprano recorder and not a toy recorder. It is important to have a good quality instrument so that you are able to make a beautiful sound. I recommend the Yamaha YRS 312Biii (resin) or YRS 402B (plant based "ecodear" plastic) but many other good quality recorders of approximately £20-£35 ($20-$45) are available. Please contact me if you have questions about a specific model. You will need to tape over the holes of your recorder with electrical insulation tape. You will be able to access instructions for this upon enrollment. Repertoire Playlist Suzuki Recorder Book 1 & 2 (Soprano) CD or digital playlist. Ideally the playlist, at least the first five pieces, should be listened to daily. Optional: Suzuki Book 1 Recorder (Soprano) book Thumb rest I strongly recommend using a thumb rest. It assists hand positioning and is essential for students who continue into Suzuki Recorder Volume 2.
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Students who listen to the repertoire daily will make faster progress and will feel most confident when learning the new material.
Suzuki Recorder Volume 1 & 2 (Soprano) recorded by Marion Verbruggen can be purchased as a CD or is available digitally on iTunes.
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been teaching Suzuki Recorder to individual students and small group classes in the London area since 2013. I trained with British Suzuki Music Association. I teach students of all ages and I am particularly experienced in teaching early years learners.Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
30 min
Completed by 58 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-7
3-4 learners per class
