Level 2 — Music Is Numbers

Time Feels: 4/4 and 3/4

Switch a simple number chart between common time and waltz time.

Time Feels: 4/4 and 3/4

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Lesson script

Play 1–4–5–1 in 4 (1-2-3-4). Then play the same chords in 3 (1-2-3). Notice how emotion changes when the space between chords changes.

Greensleeves / What Child Is This lives naturally in a three feel — try Am-centered numbers from the book’s Greensleeves chart if you have Music is Numbers open.

Done when: family can feel the difference without being told.

Instrument paths

  • Piano: Block chords on downbeats.
  • Strings: Waltz bass 1–5–1 in 3 if ready.
  • Percussion: 1 stronger than 2/3 or 2/3/4.

Learning modes

  • Solo child: Metronome optional; body count better.
  • Child + parent: Parent conducts 4 then 3.
  • Family: Dance vs sway test.