P4 - A4
Recognise and convey more extended structures and techniques in pieces being studied, e.g. rondo, raga, dance forms, simple modulations
Discuss new repertoire with learners, listening to structure, compositional devices, tonality and melodic lines in order to promote better aural perception.
Discuss the roles of solo and accompaniment in pieces being learnt.
Use an element of a piece as the starting point for a short improvisation.
When appropriate, ensure that learners are thoroughly familiar with accompaniments. If these are instrumental reductions, take the opportunity to listen to the full version.
A Common Approach