Tuning Sequence

I’ve developed a 3 step tuning sequence I use when students are able to tune their instruments comfortably. I created a track using Apple’s Garageband that automates this process. The track allows me to get away from standing in front of the class and provides me the ability to wander around to help students tune (sticky pegs, etc.).

Here are the steps:

1. Listen (students listen carefully, the room is silent, except for the tuning pitch)
2. Internalize (students sing or hum the pitches. I keep the tuner on, but softer during this portion)
3. Tune (students tune their instruments softly)

I repeat these three steps on each string. The track (below) also covers each of the strings. To download the track, click on the orange RSS icon in the upper right of this page. You will then see a .MP3 file that you can right click on and download to your computer.