A Grain of Sand
As an oyster feeds along the oceans floor, it often ingests bits of sand that are filtered out. Should one tiny grain of sand get stuck in the oyster’s shell, something must be done to keep this frustrating object from rubbing the moist tissues. With time, layers of a hard shiny white substance gradually form around that grain of sand, and a beautiful pearl is created to be admired and cherished by all that see it.
In music, that grain of sand is note reading. In standard notation, it is difficult to understand, making it irritating and frustrating. For many young children, it is something they would like to remove from their lives. It is no fun; it brings no joy to their lives. Why work at something that only brings misery to one’s life if it is possible to remove it. Because of this, many young children drop out of music before they have a chance to add all the wonderful dimensions that make the beautiful sounds of music we all enjoy so much.
If a child can learn to read music notes they can play many instruments, sing, and enjoy listening to music more fully. This is a precious and wondrous gift for any individual. This is why the Animal Note method is so useful in teachings young students note reading. The notes are easily recognized, good word clues can be used to help the child remember the note’s location on the Grand Staff. Once the Animal notes and their clues are a part of the child’s memory, the information can easily be transferred to Standard Note reading by using the Animal-Standard Note Flash Card Set.
The child not only learns to read music, but has fun doing it!! Gone is the frustration and irritation for them, because the Animal Notes are easily read. With this method more children can succeed. With time they can add all the layers of music while enjoying what they are doing thus creating their own beautiful pearl.
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