Summary: <br> <br> A big part of Dr. Gordon’s Music Learning Theory is pattern based teaching. When we build up a rich vocabulary of patterns we’re creating a mental resource that students can draw from later. This way students can not only read music but can audiate and improvise as well. In short they’re more comprehensive musicians.<br> <br> Joanne Burrows is the head of keyboard at the Riverina conservatorium. Lately, she has been teaching patterns to her students to make their learning more secure and durable. When I heard about some of the fantastic methods she’s exploring in her research, I knew I wanted to have her on the podcast during Music Learning Theory month.<br> Jo has some great tips for getting reluctant singers singing, building a sense of rhythm, and making improvising more accessible. You’re sure to find something fantastic in today’s episode that you can implement straight away.<br> Transcript<br> Please find a full transcript of this episode at the bottom of this page. Alternatively, click below to download a PDF. If you are an <a href="https://members.timtopham.com/inner-circle/join-the-community/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Inner Circle Member</a>, you can find the full video and transcript in the <a href="https://members.timtopham.com/podcasts/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Member Resources Area</a>. Not a member? See below for how you can get $50 off your membership today. <br> In this episode, you’ll learn<br> <br> * The different types of patterns Joanne uses in her teaching<br> * Why it’s important to start teaching patterns<br> * How we can use patterns as a foundation to build on later<br> * How Jo’s rhythm books are structured and sequenced<br> * Some creative ways to practice rhythms in lessons<br> * How Jo encourages singing in the piano lesson<br> * Why you should milk every exercise until it’s dry<br> * Where Jo starts with bass line patterns<br> <br> Links Mentioned<br> <br> * <a href="http://australiancomposers.com.au/authors/joanne-burrows" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Joanne’s books in the Wirripang online store</a><br> * <a href="http://www.rivconmusic.org.au/keyboardteam/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Riverina Conservatorium of Music</a><br> * <a href="https://timtopham.com/tttv048-exploring-mlt-with-marilyn-lowe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TTTV048: Exploring MLT with Marilyn Lowe</a><br> <br> Podcast Video<br> Get $50 off Inner Circle Membership!<br> <br> As a valued podcast listener, you’re eligible for a $50 discount on an annual Inner Circle Membership. This discount lasts for as long as you’re a member and whatever price you sign up for today is the price you’ll pay as long as you remain a member.<br> Copy this coupon code to use when you see the “Coupon Code” box: TTTVPODCAST.<br> <br> Thank you for Tuning In!<br> There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, and I’m grateful that you’ve chosen mine.<br> Being a full-time teacher myself, I know how busy teachers are and how much time, effort and passion we put into our students. Sometimes, the last thing we want to do in our time off is listen to more piano teaching stuff! So, well done for using this time for self-improvement.<br> Whether you’re at the gym, on the bike or in the car, I know that you and your students will get lots out of what you learn in the long run. Just make sure you try out some of the ideas before they get lost in the business of your next lessons.<br> If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons on the left of the page.<br> Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to <a href="http://www.timtopham.com/itunes">leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes</a>. Reviews are extremely helpful when it comes to show’s ranking and you can bet that I read every single one...
