Unit 4: Expanding Range & Musical Expression

Basic tonguing technique.
How air speed affects pitch and tone.
Additional notes expanding their usable range.
Articulation markings (legato, staccato).
How dynamics shape musical expression.

Perform 5–8 note scale patterns.
Apply basic articulation styles.
Play short melodies with dynamic contrast.
Experiment with tone changes across registers.
Demonstrate improved finger coordination.

• Scale performance within expanded range.

• Articulation exercise performance.

• Expressive melody performance with dynamic shaping.

• Self-reflection on tone and articulation progress.