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Need Some Help?

If you ever feel like you need some help, first of all, don't be afraid to ask.  I am almost always available during my planning period.  I will be more than happy to help you with whatever you need.

For RECORDER help,

To download a recorder fingering chart program for your computer, CLICK HERE.

CLICK HERE for a metronome to practice with.  This will help you keep a steady beat!

The Lines and Spaces of the Staff

Remember, there are five lines and four spaces.  On the Treble Clef Staff, we start at the bottom line and work to the top line.  The lines are E-G-B-D-F.  Try to remember the sayings (mnemonics) we learned in class such as
Every Good Boy Deserves Fudge and
Even George Bush Drives Fast.

egbdf.jpg

For the spaces, we start in the bottom space and spell the word F-A-C-E.  Remeber, Every staff has a face, and you'll find it in the space! 

face.jpg

Put it all together and the lines and spaces combined are
E-F-G-A-B-C-D-E-F.

efgabcdef.jpg

Need some more mnemonics for remembering the treble clef lines?
Try these:
              • Ernie Gave Bert Dead Fish
              • Every Good Boy Does Fine
              • Elephants Got Big Dirty Feet
              • Every Good Bird Does Fly
              • Elvis' Guitar Broke Down Friday
              • Empty Garbage Before Dad Flips
              • Eat Green Beans Daily Forever