Wendy Kyle Mcgee

The Providence Music Method:

The methods and techniques used at Providence have been gleaned from some of the top music teachers and musicians in the world. Students will use music and materials from a wide variety of publishers. Typical classes or lessons for piano or wind instruments will include the following:

• demonstration and practice of good playing technique
• scales, chords, and exercises to develop technique
• ear songs and improvisation, so the student may apply all of the above to making music
• reading musical notation
• counting and playing rhythms, and movement to rhythm
• reinforcement of all of the above through workbooks or computer software
• listening to demonstrations or recordings
• performance of assigned pieces for teacher or small group
• playing ensemble pieces or duets with the teacher
• students composing and playing their own original compositions