Beginning Orchestra

Students will:

• Demonstrate proper care and holding position for a musical instrument and bow.
• Demonstrate correct playing technique to produce a characteristic sound, including pizzicato and basic bowing techniques.
• Understand the basics of reading music and corresponding musical interpretation for accurate performance of pitch, rhythm, time signature, key signature, tempo, and expressive markings.
• 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.
• Develop the ability to tune the instrument using a tuner.
• Create simple rhythmic or melodic improvisations, 1 to 2 measures in length.
• Play with a steady beat using a metronome and in response to conducting gestures.
• Demonstrate learning through appropriate performances and presentations.