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Students in the Allegra class are Grade 3 - 5 and ready to begin focussed instrumental music lessons on the Violin, Viola, Cello or Double Bass.
Through the twice weekly lessons, students will experience a focus class where a range of technical and interpretative skills are developed, and a collaborative team-based ensemble class.
Level 1: Introduction to Strings - Allegra - Term One
Level 1: Introduction to Strings - Allegra - Term One
At this foundational level, students are introduced to the basics of string instruments, including proper posture, bow hold, and basic finger placement. They begin with open string exercises and simple hand position shapes. Rhythmic focus is on quarter notes and half notes, using pizzicato (plucking) and bowing. Ensemble activities include unison playing to develop listening skills and group coordination.
At this foundational level, students are introduced to the basics of string instruments, including proper posture, bow hold, and basic finger placement. They begin with open string exercises and simple hand position shapes. Rhythmic focus is on quarter notes and half notes, using pizzicato (plucking) and bowing. Ensemble activities include unison playing to develop listening skills and group coordination.
Level 2: Developing Fundamentals - Allegra Term Two
Level 2: Developing Fundamentals - Allegra Term Two
Students expand their scale repertoire to include one-octave scales in G major and D major. They begin to explore simple rhythms, such as eighth notes and rests, and practice basic bowing techniques like detache. Ensemble work introduces simple harmonies, with students playing in two parts to develop independence and ear training.
Students expand their scale repertoire to include one-octave scales in G major and D major. They begin to explore simple rhythms, such as eighth notes and rests, and practice basic bowing techniques like detache. Ensemble work introduces simple harmonies, with students playing in two parts to develop independence and ear training.
Learning Expectations for the Allegra student:
Learning Expectations for the Allegra student:
Gain confidence in performing and increase knowledge about playing a string instrument.
Enhance fine-motor and social skills through musical instrument learning.
Develop skills in personal management, working as a team and being responsible.
Boost self-esteem, learn perseverance, develop social skills and friendships, through being “A Stringer”.
Commitment:
Course = 90 minutes per week
Personal Practice = 30 minutes per week.
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