Recorder for Absolute Beginners
In this 5-week course, students will start playing music with their recorder and gain tips on technique, song choice, and stopping squeaks.
Liz Ghiz, M.Ed.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(121)
What's included
5 live meetings
2 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
This course is intended for students who have little to no practice with music and/or their own soprano recorder. Activities requiring different levels of skills are included to accommodate the needs of all students. Play along with Teacher Liz and experience the fun and challenges of ensemble playing. Please sign up for this course with the intention of bringing a recorder to every session. With Teacher Liz, there are numerous opportunities to participate creatively with your musical instrument. Class Structure: Week 1 - Beginning with B // Finger Charts & Posture Week 2 - Advancing to A // Two Notes // Echo-Giver Week 3 - Advancing to G // Three Fingers // BAG of Tunes Week 4 - Musical Detectives // Long Notes // Q&A Week 5 - Composers // Rondo // Q&A Each week we play songs together on our recorders. These songs may include: Hot Cross Buns, Suo Gan, Au Clair de la Lune, and more. We will have opportunities for improvisational free play as well. Music charts, extension activities, etc. will be provided through the Outschool classroom and available for download. It is not necessary to purchase any textbooks for this course.
Learning Goals
Students will play their recorder musical instrument. They will gain experience with music.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
5.0
121reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Education from Portland State University
Making smiles and laughter is my favorite thing to do. I enjoy working with children who are invested in their learning and committed to kindness.
Growing up I was quick to tell stories with puppets, toys, siblings, music, and comedy. As an adult I have found a way to combine all this fun by being a remote, online teacher! My classes are joyous, interactive, expressive, and energetic.
My specialties lie in public speaking, singing, performance, music, ESL, and literacy. I have four years experience as an elementary school classroom teacher. I am currently a music coach and lead singer of a Portland, Oregon-based Blondie tribute band, Glass of Hearts. I acquired my Masters Degree of Education from Portland State University. I am an active and enthusiastic member of the Portland Reading Council & the Oregon State Literacy Association.
+ Costumes are highly encouraged for ANY class.
Current course offerings include:
Puppetry, Beginning French, Recorder, Craft Parties, Literacy, and MORE!Reviews
Live Group Class
$70
for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
30 min
Completed by 24 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-8
2-4 learners per class
