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Pitched Percussion Studies for the Xylophone

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Ages 11-14
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A new packet of independent music for study delivered to your inbox prior to each less. Work up your best performance and submit your performance skills. During class, move your skills forward through collaboration. Play the xylophon.
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(23 reviews)
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Live video meetings
1x per week, 4 weeks
1-3 learners per class
55 min

What's included

4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. As with any subject, the benefits of personal performance practice such as: improved skill development, increased confidence, and the ability to take on new and greater challenges. We will use the tools from the class to set realistic goals and support personal emotional and task progress feedback. Opportunities to continue experiencing class content are offered and vary according to the learner and their goals. The suggested activities will be on your own or the opportunity to continue scheduling personalized lessons.
Assessment
In-class assessment: The teacher will observe, question, and seek to understand general music knowledge, musical selections, and performance techniques related to the drum kit and be an active guide in the learners' skill development toward mastery of independent, efficient playing and decision-making. Post-class assessment: Before the class ends, we will spend 2 -3 minutes on the go-forward plan for skill development and areas to focus on. The evaluation tools will include: - technique and skill development - practice tracker (adopted from the personal teacher-created resource, "Your Personal Practice Planner."

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 8
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Taught by experienced instructors for both music and sports, this course blends entertainment with education. Our curriculum aims to provide the participants with the skills necessary to master the xylophone while enjoying the upbeat and engaging music associated with entertainment. The music is challenging, unique, and bring reputable teaching methods and proven musical techniques.

From beloved pop songs to nostalgic ballpark tunes, and melodies that can be played on any instrument at any age, we also look to create your own melodies if time allows. This makes the xylophone a versatile instrument and, with progress, you can begin incorporating chords and accompaniments when we introduce our "Rolling with Chromatics and 4 Mallets" course. By the end of this course, you will not only have a repertoire of fun-themed music, but also the confidence and skills to accompany yourself or collaborate with fellow musicians.

Learning Goals

Xylophone specific techniques.
Varied music for performance, entertainment, and standards.

Syllabus

4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Music of the Major League
 Baseball games play upbeat and fun music! Now you can bring that music to your personal performance. Let's play pop music of baseball games on your xylophone. 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Ringtones
 Learn to play popular ringtones and create your own! 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Movie theme music
 The xylophone produces a lot of the cool sounds and music featured in movies. Practice this week's packet to study the fundamentals of music and the unique techniques of the xylopyhone. 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Rolling with Chromatics and 4 Mallets
 An introduction of music that uses chords and how to accompany yourself or a friend! 
55 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Pre-Requisites
Rhythm background, Drum Pad graduate, Rhythmic percussion studies, From Drum Lessons to Pitched Percussion Studies
Supply List
Mallet instrument
Place to set your mallet instrument 
1 to 4 mallets
Printed studies delivered from the weekly posts
Pencil
 1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

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Teacher expertise and credentials
Illinois Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Laura
Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
Emily Jensen
Missouri Teaching Certificate
Emily Jensen
Doctoral Degree in Chemistry from The University of Tennessee
Mike Blanchard, Ph.D. Chemistry
Master's Degree in Music from University of Tennessee
Laura
Master's Degree in Education from Iowa State University
Emily Jensen
Master's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Roosevelt University
Leeanna
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Ohio University
Laura
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Ohio University
Mike Blanchard, Ph.D. Chemistry
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Northwest Missouri State University
Emily Jensen
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Ohio University
Leeanna
For over a decade, Laura has provided music instruction across all instruments and ensembles for PreK through high school. Her students have gone on to successful careers, with many performing in music. Laura's greatest skills is her interdisciplinary vision of learning one instrument and effectively transferring that understanding to many other instruments have served me well as a school music educator. Her innovative teaching and dedication to music education have gained various industry recognition. Each lesson is designed to ensure her students receive appropriate teaching methods that are a unique and creative as the individual learner theirself, effectively and safely develop their potential. Thank you for choosing Laura to be part of your journey. Laura earned a Master's of Music from the University of Tennessee for general, vocal, and instrumental education. 

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