Homework 2011-2012 C6 #7-9

Homework #7

1. Why is the traditional grip for drummers not symmetrical?
2. What information can you get from the two numbers that comprise a time signature?
3. How do you count 16th notes in 4/4 time?
4. What does bpm mean?

Homework #8

1. What are the main parts of an ordinary drum set?
2. What kinds of cymbals do you usually find?
3. What is the most common function of the snare drum?
4. What is a common ride pattern on the cymbals?

Homework #9

1. Who invented the bass drum pedal?
2. What drummer first made the drum set popular and who did he play with?
3. What is the name of the exercises most drummers practice?
4. Name the three drummers who recorded the most hits in the history of rock and roll.

Due Friday June 1 or Friday June 8 if by email (albertwestside@gmail.com)

Homework 2011-2012 C6 #4-6

Homework #4

1. What are the two chords that the A section of Fur Elise are based around?
2. What is the difference between the first and second endings to the A section?
3. What is odd about the time signature of Fur Elise?
4. What beat does the Fur Elise start on?

Homework #5

1. How is the left hand part of Fur Elise different from the left hand part of all the other songs we have learned this cycle?
2. What are the 9 notes of the left hand in Section A of Fur Elise?
3. Describe how your fingers move when playing the left hand in the A Section of Fur Elise.
4. What are the chords the B Section of Fur Elise based upon?

Homework #6

1. Of the songs we have learned so far what is the most challenging for you?
2. How might you change the song to make it easier?
3. What are some things you can do to make playing a song easier?
4. What song would like to learn that hasn't be mentioned in the class yet?

Due Friday May 25, 2012 or Friday June 1 if by email (albertwestside@gmail.com)

Homework 2011-2012 C6 #1-3

Answer the following questions:

Homework #1

1. What is the numbering system for the fingers when playing piano?
2. When playing from left to right where do the notes on the piano go from G back to A?
3. What notes are used when playing "Ode to Joy"?
4. Why do you need to curve some fingers when playing the piano?

Homework #2

1. What is the "Hanon"?
2. What is an example of expansion in piano fingering?
3. What should you do if you get a cramp when playing piano?
4. What can you do to prevent getting cramps when you play?

Homework #3

1. What technique do you need to use to play a 7 note scale?
2. What finger should you avoid using when playing black keys?
3. What is a root position chord?
4. What is a 7th chord?

Due Friday May 18 or May 25 if by email (albertwestside@gmail.com)