All Previous Skills AND
Accurately describe the components of Flamenco and Caribbean styles
Demonstrate consistently proper technique and responsibilities for left and right hand
Perform accurately simple 8-16 measure songs on String 1 and String 2 while singing
Accurately name notes on the staff and the fretboard using letters on String 1 and String 2
Inquire about the relationship between the Lute and the guitar
Read, write, and perform whole note (quarter note, half note, quarter rest) rhythms in 4/4 time
Perform selections using dynamics (piano, mezzo forte, and forte)
Describe the techniques used to create dynamics, legato, and staccato on guitar
Investigate and describe artists’ lives in relationship to musical styles and world events
Journal 2.4
QUICK TIPS
Follow these steps in order before you speed it up:
Correct rhythm- clap and count!!!
Hand posture- Thumb in the middle of the neck, fingers curled, not flat.
Body posture- Back straight, four contact points (Left quad, right inner thigh, chest and right arm)
Correct string/Finger/Fret- Label letter, string, and fret if necessary, but NOT EVERY NOTE!
Flamenco Fire
Rock Legend
Lute Melody
Caribbean Paradise
Jingle Bells
My Dreydel
American Folk Song Medley