MusicYears 1–3Cello

Cello Grade 1: Aural Tests

Clapping the pulse of a piece; identifying time (2 or 3 beats); singing back a short phrase; recognising dynamic changes

What you'll learn

  1. 1

    Imagine a 🎵 note that goes 'dooo' — long and steady. Now clap your hands fast like a drum 🥁!

  2. 2

    Which sound is LONG — like a sleepy cat? 🐱

  3. 3

    Tap the drum to make SHORT sounds. Tap it fast! 🥁

  4. 4

    Let's listen together. I'll tap 3 short sounds. You copy me! 🎶

  5. 5

    How many short taps did you hear? Tap-tap-tap! 👂

  6. 6

    Now make a LONG sound — hum 'doooo' for 3 seconds. 🎤

  7. 7

    Which one is a SHORT sound? 👂

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