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 10+ 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. 

Lesson 1:
We will review Old McDonald Boogie and rhythms.

Lesson 2:
We learn a new note: Low C
Songs include: Bubble Chops, Au Clair De la Lune (low version).

Lesson 3:
Songs include: Suo Gan (Low version), Morning.

Lesson 4
Songs include: Up and Down, Country Waltz.

Lesson 5
As songs become more complex, we will look at one at a time: Sparky.

Lesson 6
This week's song is The Wheels on the Bus.

Lesson 7
Our final song is Can-Can!

Lesson 8
Pre-Flute Wrap-Up