Welcome to my Multimedia Lesson
Hello my name is Jacklyn Dougherty. Welcome to the Lightly Row Suzuki violin book one multimedia lesson. I have designed this lesson page to help beginning violin students. Before starting this lesson you should have completed Twinkle Twinkle song in Suzuki violin book. Now let us learn one of the most recognizable pieces in Suzuki Violin Book 1 the Lightly Row song. Students on this page have are lessons for your explore the melody through text, images, video, and audio. As a bonus I have included interactive learning activities and a short pop quiz.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Practice independently using multimedia tools I have provide for the song.
- Identify the notes used in “Lightly Row.”
- Perform the piece with accurate rhythm and intonation.
- Move comfortably to the next Suzuki Song Of The Wind in book 1
About the Song
read:
Lightly Row is an early Suzuki repertoire pieces that introduces students to simple melodies, bow control, and finger patterns. The song is found in book 1 and is the second song in the book. The piece helps develop tone production and confidence. The song also reinforces fundamental violin technique.
audio:
Lesson Part A
Audio
I have included a audio of me playing Lightly Row Suzuki Book 1. The purpose of this audio lesson part is for you hear the audio, sound of the song we are learning in this lesson. Focusing on the following, while listening to this audio.
- Listen to the melody
- Develop listening and intonation skills
Lesson Part B
Image, Video and PDF
Before starting the image, video and PDF lesson plan, make sure you have the correct violin playing position and posture. If you need assistance please revisit the Suzuki book 1 Twinkle Twinkle song, that was right before this song.
In the image, video and PDF lesson part we will be working on the following
- Finger pattern for Suzuki Lightly Row
Image
Video
PDF Free download
Lesson Part C
Video
Performance and instructional video demonstrating:
- Rhythm
- Slow practice
Students please watch multiple times while following along, then practice by yourself. Make sure to master this concept, before moving on to the next part of the Lightly Row lesson
Video One
Video Two
Video Three
Video Four
Lesson Part D
Text
Lesson break time. Stop and take some time to focus on these four steps. If needed, go back to the above lessons for a simple review.
- Practice the rhythm by clapping.
- Sing the melody using note names.
- Play slowly with a steady bow.
- Increase tempo while maintaining a beautiful tone.
Lesson Part E
Interactive Activity
Test your knowledge with this one question quiz.
🎻 Suzuki Violin Book 1
Lightly Row Quiz
What finger pattern did we use on the violin A and E strings?
High 2 is the finger patterns we use on the violin A and E strings.
Lesson Part F
Reflection Questions
Students please write in your journal your personal answers to the following questions.
- Which measure needs more practice?
- What is one goal for your next practice session?
Practice Tips
- Practice slowly before increasing speed.
- Keep a relaxed bow hold.
- Repeat difficult sections several times.
Conclusion
I created this multimedia lesson to combine text, graphics, video, audio, and interactive quiz, and reflection for beginning violin students. By using multiple forms of media, students can learn at their own pace online.
Students please master the complete Suzuki Lightly Row lessons then move on to the next song lesson plan.
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