I. ARTISTIC PERCEPTION

1.      The emphasis is on playing a lot of pieces, having fun, and enjoying learning to play an instrument.

·        Unison-playing in small or large group.

·        Introduction to familiar melodies in unison and multiple part playing.

·        Emphasis on home practice.

2.      Introduction to theory

·        Rhythmic symbols

·        Dynamics piano through forte

·        Whole, half, quarter, eighth notes and rests

·        Note reading, including names, in treble clef

·        Accidentals

II. CREATIVE EXPRESSION

1.      Playing-Introduction to proper tone production and playing techniques

·        Embouchure formation

·        Breathing techniques (support and posture)

·        Articulations (tonguing and slurring)

·        Hand positions

2.      Performing

·        Classroom performances for peers

·        Public performance at discretion of teacher

III. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL CONTEXT

Students play a variety of styles of music.

IV. AESTHETIC VALUING

Students listen to other recorder performances (live or recorded).

V. CONNECTIONS, RELATIONS, APPLICATIONS

Students understand relationships between the arts and with disciplines outside of the arts by:

1.      creating melody and words that will enhance studies of history and literature,

2.      experiencing music through the use of technology, including CDROM, video, CD, etc.