Moonbeams 1 (MB1) is the entry point of the MYC® Method for 7-9 year olds. The older beginner program is designed to support the students’ growing sense of independence. Reading becomes the primary focus for gathering information, while the songs, ensembles and keyboard repertoire incorporate early piano literature, folk songs, technique and harmonization.

Goals for MB II:
Study of minimum of eight keys with continued study of scales harmonized with primary chords.
Practice of accompaniment patterns including broken chords and playing rhythmic patterns.
Study of three forms of the minor scale: natural, harmonic, and melodic.
Study of inversions of triads
Study of cadences. (A cadence is a progression of chords.)
Study of 6/8 time signature.
Expanded study of: note names to include ledger lines and articulation with an introduction to accents.
Introduction to simple analysis.
Continued practice in: harmonization and transposition, composition and arranging.
Continued listening for dynamics, meter, articulation, form, and accompaniment styles.