June 7, 2024

Rhythm

3-Part Lap Map: improvise your own rhythm as your eyes are looking at the picture and following which beat you’re on

3-Part Longy rhythm:

  • tap on only beat 1
  • sing on numbers, whisper on dots

Technique

Look at Technique 2 on p. 2 for the Wrist Float-off – use this at the end of slurs like in Little River

Also learn Sticky Fingers p. 4-5

Theory

Continue www.musictheory.net note ID Exercises

Do p. 2-3 in book

Lessons

Firefly p. 8-9

  • continue practicing with counting out loud
  • practice measures 11-12 and 14 extra first, then play from beginning
  • use your Good Coach to remind yourself of tricky spots before playing

Learn Little River and Sailing in the Sun p. 10-11

  • write in the counting – 1 2 3 4
  • count out loud each time you play

Performance

Learn Showboat p. 2

  • write in counting
  • count out loud