Group work is encouraged as a way of learning to listen to each other and therefore learning to play together.
- Bass clef is introduced.
- More complex rhythmic patterns are used in pieces.
- Recognise an octave of notes on the stave.
- Recognise and play different notes with different values – at speed.
- Be able to play a short melody with accompaniment from rhythmic instruments.
- Sharps and flats are introduced.
- Recognise and play five different notes on the recorder.
- Speed work is intensified.
- Tone quality and control are refined on the recorder.
- Students learn to play in harmony.
- The importance of listening to other students is stressed & practised.
- Aural training – singing with accompaniment and listening to given notes and pitching them.
- Memory retention is increased.
- ENJOYMENT.
Being able to listen to each other in a group, is just as important as being able to read and understand the notes.