ALCM SOLUTION SET - THOUGH IN EXAM BE BRIEF.
QUESTION 1
Provide sample lesson plans for the 10 lessons leading up to a graded examination for an instrumental or vocal student.
Week 1 - introduction
Week 2 - description of pieces
Week 3 - start of pieces
Week 4 - improve memory with techniques
Week 5 to week 10 - repeat structural process
QUESTION 2
What strategies would you employ for rekindling enthusiasm in a pupil whose interest in lessons is starting to wane.
I would make sure that the process of moving and not staying static is maintained. This would make sure that the point of staying static is forgotten.
QUESTION 3
How essential do you consider aural skills to the development of a performing musician, and why.
I think aural tests is essential for performing musicians. It helps you get a feel of the color of music.
QUESTION 4
Give an overview of the standard repertoire for your instrument or voice for a particular grade or level. What considerations would you adopt in selecting repertoire for a particular pupil.
I would select the simple songs for any level.
QUESTION 5
Compare and contrast the writing of two contrasted composers who have contributed significantly to the repertoire for your instrument or voice. Include some examples and discuss how these might be used in your teaching.
I mainly use own compositions. While looking at the pieces you get a feel of the common concepts like cannonic effects and more.
QUESTION 6
With reference to three contrasting LCM grade or diploma pieces, show the advantages and disadvantages of using recorded performances as an aid to your teaching strategy.
I prefer to use the live teaching strategy as the strategy.
QUESTION 7
Draw up a 10 week study plan with musical examples for the teaching of improvisation to a classically trained voice or instrumental student and outline the benefits of such a plan.
I think with the repetition of the jazz exam syllabus you get a feel of improvisation.
QUESTION 8
Discuss with reference to at least three musical examples drawn form the LCM diploma or grade lists how the study and performance of ensemble and performance techniques would improve the solo musicianship of a music student.
I think performance techniques definitely helps students.
LLCM SOLUTION SET
QUESTION 1
What role should graded examinations play in the teaching and learning process.
Exams helps students to master the musicianship.
QUESTION 2
What kinds of additional, creative approaches to music making can be incorporated into the instrumental lesson. What are the advantages and disadvantages of such approaches.
I think making a new music structural form really helps.
QUESTION 3
Explain how you would introduce the concept of individual expressive interpretation for the first time. Consider if there would need to be different approach to an adult or a younger pupil here.
Music takes you to a point where you develop a individual expression for the art.
QUESTION 4
The teaching of jazz is becoming ever more popular. How do you account for this. What are your own views and experiences on this subject.
I would prefer new age syncopated music.
QUESTION 5
Give a brief overview of the various standard types of repertoire for your instrument, including examples of specific pieces. How can the teacher enthuse a student about repertoire for which they show little natural affinity.
I would say the simple songs are the standard.
QUESTION 6
What are the most important business and professional considerations involved in running a successful music teaching studio or practice.
To be bright.
QUESTION 7
Using your own experience as a starting point, outline some of the basic issues surrounding teacher pupil psychology.
This is to be fair.
QUESTION 8
Why should someone learn to play a musical instrument.
It makes a person creative.
Listen to the tracks and study the melody and harmony of the music.
