1-4: Finger Gym #1

Unit 1 lasts  4 weeks and contains 16 lessons.

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In this lesson (1-4) you will learn:

• Finger Gym #1 – Let’s build dexterity and coordination!
• Good posture
• Firm but relaxed hand position
• Finger Strength exercises:  Knuckle Presses, Making O’s and Digging in Dough

Additional Daily Practice:

• Practice Google Maps 1-1
• Practice G! I’m a Drummer 1-2
• Review Note Letter Names
• Review Rhythm terms: Whole note, half note, quarter note and their time values
• Read your lesson notes

Practice Suggestions for all pieces:

1. Clap the rhythm and count out loud!
   1. Check the time signature
   2. Write in the counting
   3. Count Out Loud while you clap the rhythm
2. Name the notes
   1. Before you play the first time name every note, if it’s a new piece circle any note that gives you pause.
   2. Review circled notes on the following days.
3. Find your hand placement carefully and think about relaxed curved fingers that press into the keys.
4. Scan the music and identify the note direction (or the up/downs.)
5. Play
   1. Play while naming notes
   2. Play while saying note direction
   3. Play while saying finger numbers
   4. Play while counting out loud.  Do NOT skip this step!!  Any insecurities will show up when you are counting as you play.   Do this step until you can play without stopping at a tempo that is pleasing.

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