Advanced Techniques
Week 1: Review of Intermediate Concepts
Goals: Review of all concepts learnt.
Content: Scales, chords, sight-reading, and basic arpeggios.
Exercises: Review D major scale, G major scale, simple arpeggios..
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Week 2: Syncopation and Rhythm Complexity
Goals: Understand and play syncopated rhythms.
Content: Syncopation, ties, and complex rhythmic patterns.
Exercises: Practice clapping and playing syncopated rhythms.
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Week 3: Introduction to 7th Chords
Goals: Play major and minor 7th chords.
Content: Formation of major and minor 7th chords.
Exercises: Practice 7th chords in root position.
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Week 4: Exploring Chord Inversions
Goals: Understand and play chord inversions.
Content: Inversions of major and minor chords.
Exercises: Practice inversions of C major, G major, and A minor chords.
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Week 5: Playing with Expression
Goals: Incorporate expression into playing (dynamics, phrasing).
Content: Dynamics (crescendo, diminuendo), articulation (staccato, legato).
Exercises: Practice pieces with varied expression.
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Week 6: Complex Pieces
Goals: Play more complex and longer pieces.
Content: Pieces incorporating advanced rhythms, dynamics, and technical skills.
Exercises: Start on more advanced books.