What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursAssessment
By the end of this class, students should be able to play the first song in the Recorder Karate repertoire. When they start level 1, they can play it for me and earn their white belt!Class Experience
I am winding down my recorder classes for this school year and will not be offering recorder basics until fall. Sorry for any inconvenience. I hope you check back in September! If your learner already has recorder experience and would like to join level 1, 2, 3, or masters, please message me and we will work to find the right level for them. Thanks! NOTE: This class is a pre-requisite for Recorder Karate Level 1. The recorder is a wonderfully easy instrument to learn to play and makes a fantastic introduction to the world of instrumental music. The Recorder Karate method is fun and motivational. As students learn more and more intricate songs, they will earn belts - ultimately reaching the level of Black Belt! Students will progress through 3 levels on their recorder journey (plus the one-time basics class to get them started). Once they've earned the required belts at each level, they can progress to the next. Each level is designed for students to learn at their own pace, yet in a group setting. During class (in levels 1-3) we will review or learn a new concept together as a group. Then we will have opportunities for individual students to earn their belts if they are ready. I will answer questions throughout class and give individual help as needed. During the week, students will practice the songs they are learning for their belts. BASICS Class: This class will teach brand new recorder players everything they need to know to start their Recorder Karate journey! We will learn: How to hold the recorder How to care for the recorder How to make sound and play the first three notes How to play the first (white belt) song! This is place to start before enrolling in level 1 if you have never played the recorder before, or if you need a refresher.
Learning Goals
In this class (Recorder Basics), students will learn:
How to hold the recorder
How to care for the recorder
How to make sound and play the first three notes
How to play the first (white belt) song!
Other Details
Supply List
Students are required to have a playable soprano recorder with BAROQUE fingering for use during this class. Please be aware when purchasing an instrument that not all instruments are created equal. Recorders are generally inexpensive, but beware of the very cheap instruments. Here is a link to a quality, inexpensive instrument that will work well for this class: https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-YRS-302B-Soprano-Recorder-Baroque/dp/B0002MS7NS/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=soprano+recorder+baroque&qid=1632540863&sr=8-7 Please let me know if you have any questions! I'm happy to help. Printable songs, fingering charts, and other resources will be available after enrolling in class. NOTE: Music and Printable resources are copyrighted. They are provided for enrolled students use only. See copyright information below. Recorder Karate method by Barb Philipak © 2002 Plank Road Publishing, Inc. • All Rights Reserved • Used by permission Recorder Karate 2 method by Barb Philipak/arr. by Paul Jennings © 2014 Plank Road Publishing, Inc. • All Rights Reserved • Used by permission Recorder Karate Repertoire Book, Vol. 1 arr. by Paul Jennings © 2015 Plank Road Publishing, Inc. • All Rights Reserved • Used by permission
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Music has been a part of my life ever since I can remember. I have played Piano, Cello, and French Horn for over 30 years and am actively involved in playing all three in various groups where I live. I hold a Bachelors Degree in Music Education from Pacific Lutheran University. I've taught Band, Choir, French Horn, and Elementary Music among other things. Currently, I teach Piano Lessons with over 20 years experience. I also have the privilege of homeschooling my own 3 kids. This is our 7th year, and we love the freedom and family connection it builds.
My goal in teaching music is to help learners discover a love of music and develop their own musical abilities and talents. Everyone can enjoy music - whether playing for fun, or professionally. Maybe it's just singing in the shower, dancing to the radio, or listening to the latest charts. No matter their level of interaction with music, I want to help my learners understand the music that they hear so they can connect with it more deeply. Music is a gift and the more one understands it, the more rich it becomes.
I also enjoy hiking in the beautiful Pacific Northwest where we live. You might find me out on a trail with my family and our cat! She's leash trained and loves hiking with us.
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Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 40 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-6 learners per class