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Chapter 2 Overview: Breathing for Wind Instruments

Each week, every student should observe at least one lesson or masterclass, either in person or online. Take notes about any effective or ineffective teaching moments you notice.

Breathing For Wind Instruments

Wind turbines in a pastoral landscape

Learning Objectives

  1. Learners will be able to identify the correct location of the anatomical organs involved in breathing
  2. Learners will upload 2 assignments successfully to their homework folder
  3. Learners will add material about breathing into their Toolbox

Table of Contents

  • 2. Welcome Page: Learning Objectives
  • 2.1 Body Mapping Outline (Task)
  • 2.2 Anatomy of Breathing
  • 2.3 Arnold Jacobs
  • 2.4 Breathing Videos
  • Chapter 2 Assessment (Assessment)
  • Chapter 2 Summary

As we begin Chapter 2, take a moment to think about air, flow, and wind. These concepts are at the heart of every wind instrument, and understanding how breathing works is essential for both playing and teaching. In the lessons ahead, we will explore the anatomy of breathing, read the teachings of a variety of pedagogues, and develop practical strategies you can bring into your own teaching.

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