Self study
Learn basic skills on banjo in order to
use the banjo to achieve therapeutic & educational goals.
- Learn foundational music skills on the banjo.
- Learn the parts of the banjo.
- Learn how to tune a banjo
- Learn how to play I, IV and V chords in 4 keys, 3 styles of accompaniment, 5 songs, 3 bluegrass tricks and an overview on using bluegrass banjo during improvisation.
Learning Objectives:
Demonstrate understanding of basic skills on banjo in order to use the banjo to achieve therapeutic & educational goals
- be able to play I IV & V chords in keys of C, D, A and G major
- demonstrate 3 ways to accompany songs (choke, strum and 3 finger roll)
- play 5 songs on banjo
- demonstrate 3 ways to accompany vocals with banjo
Schedule:
Overview
A. Parts of the instrument
B. Tuning – how to tune
C. Chords: I, IV and V chords in G and C major
D. Capo: I, IV and V chords in A and D major
II. Accompaniment, Songs and Fun Tricks
A. Accompaniment
1. Choking
2. Strumming
3. Rolls
B. 5 Songs
C. Slides, pull-offs and hammer-ons
D. Single String
III. 2:30-3:30 Music Therapy and the Banjo
A. Dynamics
B. Tempo
C. Improvisation using bluegrass and folk chord patterns
assignment 1 hour self study
CBMT Domain Areas:
II. Treatment Implementation and Termination:
A. Implementation
d) apply a variety of scales, modes, and harmonic progressions.
f) compose vocal and instrumental music.
- Referral, Assessment, and Treatment Planning: 40 items
D. Treatment Planning
11. Use appropriate musical instruments and equipment consistent with treatment needs.
