Recorder
FundamentalsThroughMovement

Grades:
K – 6
Curriculum Connections:
Math

Explore the use of movement and dance to practice the fundamentals of the recorder technique. Participate in a dance sequence designed for beginners and experience how simple yet structured movement patterns can help students develop the coordination to play. Skill areas addressed: proper stacking of the hands, left thumb placement and dexterity of left-hand fingers. Study a framework for developing movement sequences and discuss strategies for selecting recorded music.