Beginner Viola Theory 10/2

What we did: musical alphabet, and the Alto Clef. Homework: use your flash cards to learn the musical alphabet. Bonus Question: Draw an Alto Clef. Write the musical alphabet frontwards and back. Read more »

Beginner Violin Theory (Older)

What we did: Up to Page 10 in our work book. Homework: Use your flash cards to practice reading note names on your staff, and fingerboard. Practice clapping rhythms with quarter note and rests. Bonus Question: Write down this phrase and bring it to class: “I looked on the website […] Read more »

PSHP Notes for Oct. 2, 2015

Parent Reminders: 1. Friday is a payment day. Please report to the Payment Table in the Fellowship Hall between 8:45-2:00 to pay your bill. This will include your September bill for 2 Fridays and the church usage fee. 2. All beginner instrumental books have online resources that go with their […] Read more »

Beethoven Orchestra, Sept. 25

Essentials for String: p. 50 F Major 3 octave scale. Add arpeggio. Patriotic Favorite: Battle Hymn of the Republic This Friday announce seats and hand out first and second violin music. If you did not try out last Friday, see Kathy between 11:15 to 1:00 to audition. Read more »

Beginner Cello Class, Sept. 25

Review p. 2 for cello part names Good cello posture. Tall back and sit at the front part of your chair. Review p. 4 and 5 for D and A string. Practice a firm pull on the string for the plucking of the string by your right pointer finger. Remember […] Read more »