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Introduction:

Music students come with diverse skills, preferences, and goals, united by the common aim of mastering an instrument. Similarly, teachers bring unique methodologies and philosophies to their instruction, all geared towards the shared objective of musical education. While student backgrounds vary, a curriculum serves as a guiding framework for both teachers and learners, though it must be flexible to accommodate individual needs. For example, the curriculum for a casual pop music enthusiast differs from that of a prospective concert pianist.

Learning Objectives:

Music Appreciation: Explore the effects of music on the mind and body, delve into musical tones, patterns, and the influence of music on individuals and groups.

Composition of the Heart: Engage in an expressive exercise where participants use music to convey emotions, drawing inspiration from classical pieces.

Primary & Secondary Objectives:

The Creative Inclusion Session Format incorporates voice, dance, spoken word, and music production, utilizing teaching methods such as Piano Adventures, Little Mozarts, and interactive exercises supported by visual and auditory aids.

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Piano Lessons 

  • Posture & Coordination Development

  • Finger Dexterity & Technique – Accuracy, speed, stamina, coordination, dynamics, fluidity and efficiency of motion

  • Key Navigation 

  • Notation

  • Dynamics

  • Expression

  • Syncopation

  • Rhythm 

  • Introduction to Ear and Pitch Training

  • Sight-Reading Basics

  • Basics of Reading Sheet music and Performance 

  • Scales and Chord Progressions 

  • Pedaling 

  • Memory Building

  • Repertoire – Songs necessary to advance as a musician. Piano and Voice curriculum includes classical repertoire.

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Piano
Guitar

Guitar Lessons 

  • Posture & Coordination Development

  • Introduction to Ear and Pitch Training

  • Basics of Reading Tabs and Playing the Guitar

  • Technique – Accuracy, speed, stamina, coordination, dynamics, fluidity and efficiency of motion

  • Memory Building

  • Learning Parts of a Guitar

  • Finger, Frets, and Strings

  • String Names

  • Tuning a Guitar, 

  • Melodies and Chord Progressions

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Voice Lessons 

  • Posture 

  • Introduction to Ear and Pitch Training

  • Solfege

  • Sight-Reading Basics

  • Music Literacy – Reading and sight-reading of music notation, rhythm, dynamics

  • Expression

  • Breathing Techniques 

  • Memory Building

  • Repertoire – Songs necessary to advance as a musician. Piano and Voice curriculum includes classical repertoire

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Drum

Drums  Lessons 

  • Posture & Coordination Development

  • Introduction to Ear and Rhythm Training

  • Sight-Reading Basics

  • Basics of Reading

  • Technique – Accuracy, speed, stamina, coordination, dynamics, fluidity and efficiency of motion

  • Memory Building

  • Assembly of Drum Set (Percussion Instrument)

  • Grip

  • Stroke

  • Dynamics

  • Basic Stroke Rolls

  • Beat Logic, Tempo, Syncopated Rhythms 

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Record Player

Music Production

  • Introduction to music production and studio signal flow

  • Basic Recording Techniques

  • Basic Mixing Techniques

  • Begin to understand the vast science of sound. 

  • Acquiring a foundation in electronic composition. Common methods of digital music composition. Methods of composition and advantages and limitations of each. Use tools to create original works. Understand the various methods of composition and arranging in use in current popular music. Use electronic composition and arranging tools selectively to create original musical works.

  • Articulate how technology is used in the production of music. Explain how technology aids in live music performance: the synthesizer & other MIDI controllers.

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Stage Presence 

  • Posture & Coordination Development

  • Building, Character, Confidence, Purpose 

  • Situational awareness 

  • Analyzing Crowd Motivation

  • Vocal Energy (Clear Speech 

  • Preparing for Performace 

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