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An Overview For The Parent
In this third book from the Prep Course, we will continue our
exploration of new musical ideas and concepts but still taking
into account your child's relatively young age. One concept discussed
at this level is eighth notes which require an understanding of
fractions. Help from home with this along with other concepts
will be very crucial in instilling the necessary knowledge for
your child to be successful. Something else to look forward to
is your child having an opportunity to participate in their first
recital. See below for more details.
Lesson Time: 1/2 hour per week
Books: To be supplied by the teacher. Parent will reimburse
teacher at a later date.
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| Alfred's Piano Prep Course, Level C |
songbook |
| "The Farmer And The Old Man"; A booklet
accompanying Level C |
includes finger exercises, written
theory work and songs by rote |
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Practise Time: approximately 15 to 20 minutes a day. Since
children have difficulty understanding duration of time, I stress
that they play each assigned song or exercise 5 times a day unless
otherwise stated.
How Do I Know What They Are Supposed To Practise?
Pieces or exercises that are to be practised will have their page
number circled and dated. If the piece was prepared well, the
page will be given a "Happy Face" and no longer need
to be practised.
Extras!
- Practise Chart: This keeps track of practise habits since
the student has to check off a spot on the chart after they
practise. Students are rewarded with stars for their weekly
effort. When they complete this level, they are given a special
prize for their hard work!
- Note Card Game: This will routinely end the lesson, a fun
way for students to strengthen note reading.
- Listen & Watch: Students will be given the opportunity
to borrow recordings that will enrich their understanding and
love for music.
- Extra Pieces: Various songs in a variety of styles picked
by the student.
- Recitals: Held twice a year (early December & early June)
for family & friends, these performances encourage students
to prepare a piece (or pieces) in great detail and by memory.
- Masterclass: At this informal gathering, held twice a year,
a week before the Recital, students play their pieces for each
other, make comments, and ask questions. Often, students feel
uncomfortable and nervous playing in front of others. The Masterclass
is an excellent way for the student to try out their piece(s)
in front of their peers in a less stressed atmosphere.
In The Future...
Your child will move on to Level D of Alfred's Prep Course. In
that book, you will find that your child will be playing longer
pieces with more challenging hand positions.
» Child Chart
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