meloktaLearning goal
Locates C using the group of two black keys and recognizes Cs in different octaves.
Topic
C is the white key just to the left of the two black keys. If you know this rule, you can find every C!
Prior knowledge
Recognizes the group of two black keys.
Teacher note
Say together: ‘C lives just to the left of the two black keys.’ Point out that middle C (C4) is near the middle of the piano. In the last steps, ask students to find all the Cs.
Lesson steps
- The white key just to the LEFT of the two black keys is C. Press middle C.
- Move to the next group of two on the right. Press the C just to its left.
- The C furthest to the right is here too. Press the highest C.
- Look along the keyboard and press any C you like.
- Play all the Cs, from low to high.
- Now from high to low: C, C, C!
- Listen! Which key makes this sound? Hint: you already know middle C.