Learners will use the Nuvo Toot to learn about rhythm, pitch, and manipulating a musical instrument. This is a great opportunity to begin instrumental skills and to "test the waters" to determine child readiness for more in-depth musical learning as well as allowing parents to observe their long-term interest. 

This learning experience is play-based. We play our Nuvo Toot a lot, but we also take brain breaks with movement activities that support musical learning and help young children stay engaged.

Parents are a vital part of this class. Parents are expected to attend to help with the physical manipulation of the Nuvo Toot (helping children place their fingers) and are expected to assist them in practicing for 5+ minutes per day. Parents do not need any musical background.

I am responsive to the class needs, so although I have a planned curriculum, if I sense that students are ready to move faster or need more time to review, I adapt as we go. 

Curriculum:
Lesson 1: 
We will learn how to count whole notes, half notes, and quarter notes.
Students will learn how to play the note "B" on the Nuvo Toot.
Songs include “Rock the B” and “Take the B train”

Lesson 2:
Students learn the note "A"
Songs include "A Beautiful Day" and "A Very Short Gavotte."

Lesson 3:
Songs include “The Empire Strikes Bach” and “This is A Major Thing” 

Lesson 4:
Students learn the note "G"
Songs include "Baa Goes the Sheep" and "Jungle G."

Lesson 5:
Songs include "March of the Abominable Snowman" and "Japanese Garden."

Lesson 6:
Songs include "Streetwise" and "Hot Cross Buns."

Lesson 7:
Songs include "Baggy Pants" and "Bag of Icicles."

Lesson 8:
Songs include "Dragon Rock" and "Au Clair de la Lune."