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An interval is the distance between two keys.
From C to E is the interval of a third (3rd).
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3rds on the Keyboard
1, Name the key for each X going UP in 3rds.
(Hint: It is helpful to silently say the key in between each X.)
Depress the damper (right-foot) pedal. Then play and say the 3rds going HIGHER.
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2. For notes going down the keyboard, learn the music alphabet going backwards.
up in 3rds
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have it memorized.
3. Name the key for each X going DOWN in 3rds.
(Hint: Saying the music alphabet backwards will help you name the keys.)
Depress the damper pedal. Then play and say the 3rds going LOWER.
down in 3rds
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4, Write the letter name a 3rd UP or DOWN from each key marked.
Then play each example on the keyboard.
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To organize rhythm, beats are grouped into measures.
Each measure has the same number of beats.
Bar lines divide the music into measures.
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Bar lines make it easier to read and feel the rhythm.
1. Organize the beats by drawing bar lines after every 4 beats.
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2. Now play each rhythm on the keyboard with your R.H., while counting aloud,
Can you tap the beats in your lap with your L.H. as your R.H. plays?
3. Your teacher will play rhythm a, b, or c.
Point to the rhythm you hear.