March 21 - 24

I hope everyone had a fun and restful Spring Break. I know I did!!! 

This week we begin Unit 7! We will refresh our memory of the Quarter Note and Half Note and be introduced to the Whole Note!

*Please Click on Unit 7:The Whole Note to learn more.

Feb. 22 - 26

It is a very busy week for Piano! We will be finishing Unit 6 and taking a playing test on Mary's Rockin' Lullaby. Below are things I will be looking for while our pianists are playing: 

                                                             * Finger Numbers

                                                             * Finding CDE

                                                             * Quarter & Half Notes

                                                             * Treble Clef & Bass Clef

                                                             * Hand Position & Posture

To prepare for the test, go to units 1, 5, & 6. 

Feb. 16 - 19

Mary's Rockin' Pets (Pg. 54 - 55)

This week we will be introduced to the Treble and Bass Clef. While learning to play Mary's Rockin' Pets, our pianists will be learning about the different clefs, reviewing half notes, and reviewing notes CDE. 

*Please Click on Unit 6: the Half Note on the right side of your screen to view resources to help your students prepare for class.

BONUS: Students who bring back a drawing of the Treble and Bass Clef will receive two ram bucks for being READY and RESPONSIBLE!

Feb. 10 - 15

Raccoon's Lullaby (Pg. 50 - 51)

  Raccoon's Lullaby is the perfect song to help us practice our half notes! We will be using this song to count and review our rhythms.  

*Please click on the half notes lesson on the side of your screen.

*If you are using a mobile device, you must click on web version in order to see the blog correctly. 

Feb. 1 - Feb. 5

The Half Note

As we continue playing Little Lost Kitty, Jones Kinder will be introduced to the Half Note. 

Please click on Unit 6: The Half Note on the right hand side of the screen to view resources(paper example and video) for this lesson.

*Bonus: Any student who practices drawing half notes and brings that paper to class, will be given two golden tickets for being Ready and Responsible!

Jan. 22 - Jan. 29

Lost Little Kitty

We are in Unit 5, pg 44 - 45.

I have a video posted that shows how to prepare for class!

Please click on Unit 5: The Quarter Note which is located on the right hand side of your screen. The video will be under Little Lost Kitty.

*The best way for your student to progress in piano is by purchasing your own piano book. Click on My First Piano Adventures above to see how to purchase your book.

Welcome to Piano Class!

I am so excited about the possibilities for Jones Academy. Specifically, I am thrilled that Jones is able to offer piano. Piano was a major factor in my successes as a student and now as a teacher! Therefore, I am ecstatic that I can offer that same foundation for the students here at Jones Academy!

This blog is a tool for Jones Academy students and their caregivers. Here you will find an endless amount of resources to help you and your student practice the piano in a more effective way. Practice is KEY!! If you want your students to learn the piano correctly, they must be at the piano daily. 

I understand that many of you don't own a piano. While having a piano is ideal, you can practice using other sources. That is what I have provided for you here! So, look around and explore. 

I am looking forward to discovering the world of piano with each of you!!