Welcome to "Music for Kids: Rhythm, Melody, Theory, & Ear Training (Level One Fun)," a captivating and interactive weekly, semester-long musical journey that will deepen your learner's understanding and appreciation of the magical world of music! This engaging class is designed to build upon the foundations laid in the popular "Let's Learn Rhythm Basics!" and "Let's Learn Melody Basics!" sessions, and elevate your learner's musical skills to new heights.

In each session of "Music for Kids: Rhythm, Melody, Theory, & Ear Training (Level One Fun)," we embark on a delightful musical voyage, exploring various elements that make music so enchanting and expressive. Throughout the class, we'll cover a range of activities to enhance musical proficiency, nurture your child's creativity, and strengthen their musical instincts.

What to Expect:

1. Vocal Warm-up: We kick off each session with a vocal warm-up, ensuring that our voices are ready to harmonize and carry us through the musical journey ahead.

2. Rhythm Activator: Groove to the beat and feel the pulse as we dive into rhythm activation exercises that will improve your learner's sense of timing and rhythmical prowess.

3. Prodigies Music Videos: Delve into captivating videos by Prodigies Music, which focus on solfege, music theory, and sight-singing. These professionally crafted resources unlock the mysteries of music in an engaging and easy-to-understand manner.

4. Ear Training: Sharpen your listening skills and train your ears to identify various musical elements, empowering you to appreciate music in a whole new way.

Weeks 1 -8: Hello C
This starts the Core General Music Curriculum with a focus on the note C, each individual note in the C Major Scale, and the C Major Chord.

Week of October 4, 2023 : "Hello C" - We will introduce the note "C" and discuss the solfege syllable "Do." 
Week of October 11, 2023: "D, DooWop" - We will introduce the note "D" and discuss the solfege syllable "Re."  
Week of October 18, 2023: "Hola E" - We will introduce the note "E" and discuss the solfege syllable "Mi."  
Week of October 25, 2023: "Fabulous F" - We will introduce the note "F" and discuss the solfege syllable "Fa." 
Week of November 1, 2023: "G Oh Gee" - We will introduce the note "G" and discuss the solfege syllable "Sol." 
Week of November 8, 2023:  "Aloha A" - We will introduce the note "A" and discuss the solfege syllable "La." 
Week of November 15, 2023: "Bonjour B" - We will introduce the note "B" and discuss the solfege syllable "Ti." 
Week of November 22, 2023: "Hi High C" - We will introduce the note "High C" and discuss the solfege of the major scale. 

Weeks 9-16: Low C, High C
Focus is given to the concepts of low and high and the interval of an octave as we play more songs with the Low C and High C.

Week of November 29, 2023: "Low C High C"  - We will learn about the octave and focus on the concepts of low and high.
Week of December 6, 2023: "Left & Right" - Continuing work on the octave, we will practice alternating tapping.
Week of December 13, 2023: "Low or High?" - Continuing work on the octave, we will learn about paradiddles.
Week of December 20, 2023: "Rhythm Focus" - This week, we will review everything we've learned about rhythm so far.
Week of December 27, 2023: "C Sock Slide" - This week we'll stomp our way to a better understanding of the C major chord.
Week of January 3, 2024: "Do Mi Sol Do " - Let's work on arpeggios!
Week of January 10, 2024: "C Major Scale " - Fundamental work on major scales.
Week of January 17, 2024: "Perform & Assess " - Let's review and see what we've learned!

Whether your child is an aspiring musician, a budding vocalist, or simply a music enthusiast, "Music for Kids: Rhythm, Melody, Theory, & Ear Training (Level One Fun)" has something unique to offer. This class is thoughtfully curated to cater to participants of elementary levels, ensuring that everyone experiences meaningful growth in their musical journey.