- How do you practice solfege?
- What is the solfege exercise?
- How do you teach solfege in music?
- How can I practice reading music?
How do you practice solfege?
Tips and tools to help you teach solfege
- Practice solfege regularly.
- Start simple and build from there.
- Choose a good book to work out of.
- Split your time between exercises and sight reading.
What is the solfege exercise?
Solfège is an exercise used for sight-reading vocal music in which each scale degree is assigned a coordinating syllable.
How do you teach solfege in music?
Use a simple sol-mi pattern or expand it to sol-mi-do or a descending 5-note scale (sol-fa-mi-re-do). Use call and response patterns to develop listening skills (try choosing tonal patterns from a new anthem). Call on a few children to be leaders and sing a pattern for the group to echo back. Play a solfege game.
How can I practice reading music?
How to Practice Reading Music
- Practice slowly. Your first goal is to play the music correctly, not fast. Use a metronome to pace yourself. ...
- Be very consistent with your fingering. Don't shift your hand around needlessly as you read. ...
- Use a music stand. You should be in a comfortable position when reading.