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=Welcome to grade 9 Beginner Music Course! =

So you've decided to try out music class? GREAT CHOICE! We are going to have a fantastic semester! Learning a new instrument takes a lot of work, but it is a lot of fun as well. Make sure you explore this site thoroughly and check it often so you don't miss any important dates or assignments!

__**Tips for success: **__ 1. Practice at least ONE HOUR PER WEEK. And remember, as a great sports star once said: "practice doesn't make perfect, __perfect__ practice makes perfect"! 2. Everyone starts out hardly able to make a sound on their instrument. THIS IS NORMAL! Focus on proper posture, breathing, and embouchure placement; you will be playing tunes in no time! 3. Keep you binder neat. Staying organized gives you an automatic step up. If you do lose a sheet, come check out this website to print a new one. 4. LISTEN LISTEN LISTEN! Listen to all sorts of music. Whether you love it or hate it it will make you a better musician having heard it! 5. Express yourself! The greatest musicians show not only their amazing skill, but they tell us something through the music. They play with music in their hearts.

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