Group 1

This is the starting point for all newcomers to Musical Melodies.

• Simple rhythmic patterns are taught using French Time Names.
• Non – melodic instruments are used to teach rhythmic patterns. (triangles, tambourines, wood sticks, maracas, drums, etc)
• Notation of notes on the stave are introduced.
• Colour coded notation is used to help students.
• Melodic instruments (glockenspiels, xylophones, metallophones, etc)
  are used to teach notation.
• Students are taught how to listen/play on the first beat of each bar.
• Recorder playing is introduced.
• Students need to be able to recognise and play one note following a
  rhythmic pattern on the recorder.
• Movement to music to improve listening skills and co-ordination.
• Aural training – this involves singing and recognising a high and low
  pitched sound on various instruments.
• ENJOYMENT.

From the 1st lesson, students are taught how to respect musical instruments.