Foundation Songs
Ode to Joy Melody Question
Can someone explain why Neil has changed the melody of Ode to Joy (beginning w a half note E instead of two repeated E’s) and leaving off the quicker notes at the endings! I understand it might be for rhythmic ease, but if students want…
New Variation to Night Storm
I call mistakes that work out well “happy accidents”. And this was a big one created by a brand new 8-year-old student of mine while rehearsing her recital piece, Night Storm, during class. She calls the piece I.N.C. (Introduction, Night Storm, Conclusion) and gave me…
Honey Dew Book/Video differences
I notice that the written notes are different from what is shown on the SHM video, in that the written reference includes a Dm chord, as well as the repeat symbol. I’m just wondering why the two don’t match up. I can see that some…
Chester Chills Out – Grace Notes
I’ve been having some of my students add grace notes to the “top bottom” part of Chester Chills Out. In other words, in C position, instead of just playing G-C, I have them play grace note F# before the G. In the other positions, the…
Fingering for Bishop St. Blues
I have always played the I chord of Bishop Street Blues with my third finger in the middle rather than finger two, and a lot of my students find that easier too. Is there any reason why they shouldn’t? I recommend staying with using the…
