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.

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