FOCUS: PITCH

LEARNING GOAL: To this point many of your notes have been in steps. This task will focus on skips between familiar notes.

MINDS ON! Being prepared will be your best asset when completing this task. Always look ahead in your music so that you know what notes, rhythms and challenges are coming up. Why is it more difficult to play notes that are skips then notes that are in a step like pattern?

ACTION! In order to be successful with this task, you will need to:

• Practice having a consistent air flow (winds) between two notes that are not beside each other (a skip).

• Have a balance of sound on repeated notes – don’t let the notes be different dynamic levels.

• Demonstrate good posture, good breathing and proper technique.