Lesson & Technique Bk Grade 1

Grade 1 thoroughly reinforces all of the concepts and the six basic techniquesfrom the Preparatory level. New concepts include: melodic and harmonic intervals; tempo markings; quarter, half, and whole rests; legato and staccatoarticulations; Treble C Position, G Position, D Position, and Bass G Position (starting a 4th below Bass C); musical form; half and whole steps; tonic and dominant; the natural sign; upbeats and accents; mp and mf dynamics. The terrific motivational music by multiple composers along with the pedagogicallysound approach will provide students with continued success!