Music 9 (Online Classroom 2):

Music sight-reading and elements

This course covers the elements of musicianship. Music notation is the traditional way of communicating music ideas. The course covers how to read music, play it on the guitar and prepares the student to be a proficient sight-reader. The elements of timing and playing in various keys are also taught. The many details relating to this topic are demonstrated in a clear manner.

The written assignments include these topics:

Elements of Rhythm

Elements of Expression

Form and the Principles of Design

Thoughts, Images, Feelings

Self and Community

Historical and Cultural

• Materials cost $50. This package is intended for students who do not have a computer. This package includes:

-a print version of all instructional material.

-a detailed, instruction CD (audio) for teaching each technique and song used in the course.

All the required materials are available online.