FOCUS: RHYTHM

LEARNING GOAL: The eighth rest can be a tricky rest, as it is quick yet meaningful. When counting out a measure, you should always be breaking the quarter note into two equal parts. A common way to count a 4/4 bar would be ( 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +). The + symbol is most often said as “and”. Therefore, the above phrase would be said as, “One and Two and Three and Four and”.

MINDS ON! How can you “grab” a quick, yet meaningful, breath on an eighth rest? Would practicing the passage below at a slower tempo help correctly place all the appropriate rhythms? How does counting the beats out loud while you clap or tap the rhythm help?

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

• • Think through the rhythm below – count it out and place the rhythms on the appropriate beats.

  • Demonstrate a consistent sound and/or airflow throughout the piece Simple Gifts by Elder Joseph Brackett.

  • Demonstrate the correct notes and symbols as marked.

CONSOLIDATION: In order to move to the next task, you must perform the following piece for your teacher and receive feedback.

CONGRATULATIONS! YOU HAVE REACHED THE THIRD GPS MARKER – SOUTH!

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