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The Build Zone

Constructing a Musical Foundation

The Build Zone

Here is the icon for the

teenage and adult program zones. 

The Build Zone

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Musi-Zone primary age zones. 

The "Build Zone" is where students learn the keys and tonalities that form the foundation of music, like the bricks used to build a house. The Circle of Fifths is explored and mastered as each stage introduces two major and minor scales and their associated chords. Students learn various patterns developing their ability to navigate their instrument with increasing fluency. These exercises are not merely scales; they are presented as engaging activities designed to develop essential skills in understanding keys and tonalities.

The "Build Star" icon depicts a figure engaged in bodybuilding, emphasizing the importance of consistent practice with scales and chords. Just as physical fitness requires dedication, so too does musical ability. These foundational elements are crucial for musical growth and will enable students to practice more effectively.

Build Zone Checklist.

This is the checklist as used by all elementary students. To see the instrument specific breakdown into the smallest sections that I call TQ Data please see https://www.chrisatthepiano.com/tq-system. If the instrument you are learning is not lsited please email via the contact page.



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