For Children aged 3 to 5 years:
Course Outline Primary Objective:
To develop an understanding of basic musical concepts such as rhythm, melody and theory through the use of various
mediums and repetition.
Short Term Objectives: Rhythm I
a) To identify rhythmic ideas as a constant throughout all forms of music.
b) To ascertain that music has a steady beat by learning symbols specific to this concept.
c) To learn to sing/play as an ensemble - listening to what the group is doing and staying in sync with the activity.
Melody II
a) To learn to sing and play simple melodies.
b) To learn to sing and play a major scale.
c) To learn to listen for high and low, soft and loud sounds as well as minor/major sounds as a method of developing
ear related skills.
Theory III
a) To learn to read notes in treble and bass clefs by establishing the pattern and organization of the grand staff.
b) To learn the various note values for simple divisions of time such as quarter notes.
c) To be able to write down various notes and time value.
General Musicianship:
a) To learn proper recital/performance etiquette.
b) To learn discipline through routine practice combined with positive reinforcement.
c) To gain enjoyment through a broad range of exercises covering areas of ear training, theory, technique,
improvisation, solo repertoire and ensemble work.
And we do the Hokey Pokey, 'cos that's what it's all about!
For Children aged 3 to 5 years: