Pitched Percussion Studies
Master pitched percussion performance and begin to transfer between any instrument at any time by applying your knowledge of the elements of music.
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What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursProjects
1-2 hours per week. Capstone performance that includes the sharing of music ideas through varied types of performance.Progress Report
Pitched percussion skills checklist from teacher-created materials.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 8
Beginner - Intermediate Level
*This class meets the National Standards for Music Education* Discover 1. How do musicians make creative decisions? 2. How do musicians improve the quality of their creative work? 3. How do performers select repertoire? 4. When is a performance judged ready to present? How do context and the manner in which musical work is presented influence audience response? Move towards mastery of the pitched percussion by diving deeper into your studies. This includes xylophones, marimbas, bells, glockenspiel, piano. You may bring 1 instrument or switch between instruments every week. The constant is the music and the elements. If you are switching between instruments, there is a greater dependency from the learner to engage and think through the transfer elements. Participants will study 3 pieces of personally selected music, or choose to continue their studies from previous classes. This music is an additional cost to the course and we will study all works at the same time, drawing connections and transferring the knowledge and discussion of music elements of pitch, rhythm, and structure. We will draw themes upon the similarities and address technical differences based on the conversations brought to the table by the learner and their instrument. The selected musical repertoire will drive our conversation of the identification of musical elements: texture, harmony, and expression. By the end of this course, learners will have the confidence to perform comfortably threading together transfer skills of music on keyboard instruments.
Learning Goals
Perform 3 pieces of learner selected music on 1 or more of their keyboard organized instruments.Write an applicational product that identifies the elements and functions of music for texture, harmony, and expressionn.
Syllabus
3 Units
5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksUnit 1: Structure
Lesson 1:
Pitch organization
Study of inversions and 3 qualities of intervals. These are complex pitch organizational structures. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Patterns
Identify patterns by sight and immediate recall. How do we use deliberate practice patterns to learn more music that varies our styles, genres, and experiences. 45 mins online live lesson
Unit 2: Sequence
Lesson 3:
Melodies
Accurately perform the motion of a melody by fluidly moving through skips and steps. We will use sight techniques and visual to sound connections to anticipate "what do I do next" when it comes to following the instructions of a piece of music. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Chords
Move between chords and create a chord progression. What are the larger patterns in music and how are the replicated across pieces, styles, genres, ensembles? 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This is a performance music class. Please plan for the environment of your learner and for all members of your household. Participation in this class will increase the level of sound in your environment.
Pre-Requisites
Pitched Percussion Fundamentals
Supply List
1. Piano or piano instrument (no virtual instruments) 2. Xylophone or marimba or bell kit 3. Learner choice of 3 -4 selections of music purchased from your favorite music supplier - please share chosen selections with instructor. * Optional: request a 15-minute consultation to discuss available options. *it is important the learner chooses their music, and the instructor is available as a guide. This is offered as an extra service and is not part of this class.
Joined January, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 teachers have a Graduate degree
Doctoral Degree in Chemistry from The University of Tennessee
Master's Degree in Music from University of Tennessee
2 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Ohio University
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Ohio University
For over a decade, Laura served as a public school music teacher for the performing arts and academic music to include preschool through high school. She has received multiple award recognitions in the form of grants and the creation of non-profit organizations that evaluate the instruction of teachers in the field of music. She holds a Masters of Music in education specializing in performance from the University of Tennessee.Reviews
Live Group Course
$15
weekly or $75 for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
1-3 learners per class
