Welcome to Hoffman Academy Unit 1! If you're an absolute beginner at music and piano, then this is the place to start. Join Mr. Hoffman as he explores the piano, uses fun stories to help you find your way around the keyboard, and introduces the basics of music theory. You'll be making music starting in the very first lesson! Here's what you can expect to learn:Repertoire (the songs you'll learn to play):Hot Cross BunsD JourneyC BoogieFive WoodpeckersFrog in the MiddleChocolateListen for BellsSkills:Piano postureC & D major pentascalesTransposingRhythmic dictationComposing rhythmsImprovisation basicsAdding chords while playing the melodyKnowledge:Solfege: do, re, mi, fa, soMusical alphabetNames of all white keys on the pianoRhythms: quarter note, quarter rest, eighth note, half noteFinger numbersTerms: stepping, skipping, repeating, high, low, improvisation, composition, sharp, rhythmic dictation, solfege, transposeHere's a tip: you’ll get the most out of our Hoffman Academy video lessons if you watch while sitting at your piano or keyboard. If you plan to watch the lessons using a tablet or smartphone, just set it up on your piano’s music stand. If you’re using a notebook or desktop computer, try to put it near your piano so you can see the screen while sitting at the bench. Good luck and happy playing!
