Lesson 1: Exploring Full Instrument Range
Duration of Days: 180
Lesson Objective
Students will explore the full playable range of their instrument while maintaining tone quality.
How can I control tone in both high and low registers?
What adjustments help maintain good sound across my range?
Range, register, embouchure, tone, high notes, low notes
MU:Pr4.1.6a: Perform with accuracy and tone
MU:Pr4.1.7a: Demonstrate technical control across the instrument range
Students practice long tones and scales to expand their comfortable playing range.
High notes must be loud.
Low notes require excessive air.
Students work within comfortable range before extending further.
Students demonstrate expanded range through scale exercises.