# data[].attributes.body
By the end of the unit, students will be able to demonstrate proper techniques for playing their chosen instrument, including posture, hand positioning, and playing chords.

# data[].attributes.body
How does proper technique influence the quality of sound produced by an instrument?

# data[].attributes.body
The teacher will demonstrate proper posture, hand positioning, and holding a pick. This will be followed by a discussion on why these techniques are important.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
How To Master ANY Instrument You Want (Beginner to PRO)

# data[].attributes.body
In small groups, students will practice the techniques demonstrated by the teacher, giving each other feedback on their posture and hand positioning.

# data[].attributes.body
Students will individually practice their chosen instrument, focusing on the techniques discussed. They will record a 2-minute video of themselves playing, which will be reviewed later by the teacher.

# data[].attributes.body
For students needing extra help, provide one-on-one support during independent practice. Extension activity: Have advanced students try playing a short, challenging piece to refine their technique further.

# data[].attributes.body
During guided and independent practice, observe and provide feedback on students' techniques, noting areas of improvement and proficiency.

# data[].attributes.body
Students will engage in a group discussion to reflect on what they learned, sharing their experiences and progress with their chosen instruments.

# data[].attributes.body
Each student will write a brief response to the question: 'What technique did you find most challenging and how will you work on improving it?'

# data[].attributes.body
Students will keep a practice log over the week, detailing their daily practice sessions and the techniques they are focusing on. They are encouraged to use Padlet to share their progress and seek feedback from peers.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Free Music Practice & Teaching Downloads

Music Practice Logs, Schedule, and More, by Gerald Klickstein

Practice Schedule
Along with an electronic calendar, a paper schedule helps many of us boost our productivity. Print out this chart and then mark the times when you'll practice.

Practice Log Check Sheet
Check off each day that you practice specific titles. Excellent over the short term when changing habits, routines, or teachers.

Performance Skill Assessment
Gauge your expertise with performance skills. See Part II of The Musician's Way and the Music Performance articles on The Musician's Way Blog.

30-day Graph of Practice Time or Quality
Create a visual chart of your daily practice.

Sample 30-day Graph of Daily Practice Time
How a student used a graph to manage and increase practice time.
Preview The Musician's Way and read reviews at Amazon.com.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Music Practice Logs, Schedule, and More, by Gerald Klickstein Practice Schedule Along with an electronic calendar, a paper schedule helps many of us boost our productivity. Print out this chart and then mark the times when you'll practice. Practice Log Check Sheet Check off each day that you practice specific titles.

# data[].attributes.body
Complete the provided worksheet on instrument techniques, which includes a variety of exercises to reinforce skills learned during the lesson.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Liveworksheets transforms your traditional printable worksheets into self-correcting interactive exercises that the students can do online and send to the teacher.

# data[].attributes.body
Extension activity: Choose a song. Learn the song.

# data[].attributes.body
1. Basic grip and stance

2. Name the drum kit parts

3. Learn one beat pattern using kick, snare and hi-hat

4. Learn to read drum notation

5. Learn to play we will rock you

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
We Will Rock You - Trinity Rock & Pop Drums : Initial

# data[].attributes.body
1. Learn Basic guitar and posture and how to hold a pick

2. Name the guitar parts

3. Learn to play Em chord. Extension is C and A Chords

4. Learn We will rock you on musical futures

# data[].attributes.body
Independent practice

Here is a site ready for you to learn a new piece or practice basic fills. Extension Activity: try a new beat or drum fill

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Subscribe to Sight Read Drums on Gumroad

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
I create educational material for drummers. 🥁

# data[].attributes.body
1. Learn proper bass holding technique.

2. Name the parts of the bass

3. Learn how to pluck and basic fretting

4. Play a simple bass line on the E string

5. Learn We will rock you - Musical Futures

# data[].attributes.body
1. Learn how to find Middle C on the piano

2. Play a simple melody with the right hand

3. Learn Em chord

4. Extension learn C and A

5. Play we will rock you Musical futures

# data[].attributes.body
1. Learn how to hold the ukulele

2. Learn C and Em chord

3. Play we will rock you re musical futures

# data[].attributes.body
1. What was the name of the band?

2. What genre is We will rock You?

3. Where did the band write the song?

4. What was the inspiration for the song?

5. Find five interesting facts about the band

6. Watch the movie at home. Excellent movie.

Make a slide to record your findings.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Queen - We Will Rock You •  Live in Montreal 1981 Excellent Quality

# data[].attributes.body
instrument groups for practise sessions

Rehearsing "We Will Rock You" in small groups

Playing to a "buddy" from another group for feedback

Collect evidence to show you have done this

# data[].attributes.body
Collect evidence to document your progress and achievement.

Recording

Feedback from peer

Group discussion

Practice Chart

Chord worksheet