Beginning Orchestra

<p>Students will:</p>
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<li>Demonstrate proper care and holding position for a musical instrument and bow.</li>
<li>Demonstrate correct playing technique to produce a characteristic sound, including pizzicato and basic bowing techniques.</li>
<li>Understand the basics of reading music and corresponding musical interpretation for accurate performance of pitch, rhythm, time signature, key signature, tempo, and expressive markings.</li>
<li>Develop the skill to play a range of one octave (first position) and double stops on open strings and use these skills as a member of the ensemble.</li>
<li>Develop the ability to tune the instrument using a tuner.</li>
<li>Create simple rhythmic or melodic improvisations, 1 to 2 measures in length.</li>
<li>Play with a steady beat using a metronome and in response to conducting gestures.</li>
<li>Demonstrate learning through appropriate performances and presentations.</li>
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