Music Friends Courses
Music Friends Course
START YOUR MUSICAL LIFE WITH YOUR DREAM INSTRUMENT!
Have you ever heard that the playing music can enrich one's mind? Or heard
that
making music enhances
intelligence? It has been scientifically proven that practicing music has a positive influence on
the brains and hearts of children.
However, children are busy with school and other studies, so that even those who are interested in
practicing music may have no time for practice. Moreover, many children and parents worry that
musical skills cannot be developed unless the learner starts very young.
To ease those apprehensions, Yamaha has started the Music Friends Course, a new program for
elementary school children.
The Music Friends Course is unique in that it has a combination of both group and individual
learning concepts weaved into the lessons. The methodology and concepts allow children to progress
and learn at their own pace, with stress-free lessons. Moreover, children get the full enjoyment and
fun of making music together with friends while mastering basic musical skills. The lineup of course
subjects designed for this new course embraces the unique education methods, accompanied with
well-known pieces rearranged for fun learning. In addition, continually updated supporting materials
help further enhance the music learning experience.
MUSIC FRIENDS COURSE
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PIANO/KEYBOARD
COURSE Learn More > - GUITAR COURSE Learn More >
- DRUMS COURSE Learn More >
Features
- Learning at your own pace Learn More >
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Interesting pieces to
engage the children Learn More > -
Establishing stronger
foundational skills in a group Learn More > - Supporting IT Tools Learn More >
PIANO/KEYBOARD COURSE
Course Contents
■Repertoire ■Finger
Exercise ■Ensemble ■Solfege Singing
Details
Target Students:
6-12 years old (flexible enrollment period)
Concept of this course:
- To nurture the sense of joy in playing musical instruments.
- To develop fundamental skills for playing musical instruments.
- To master performance skills overall, in order to give children the confidence and
willingness to tackle various music examinations.
Course Materials:
Repertoire books 1-2
Drill book
Audio and Video materials
Lesson Duration:
60 minutes
Course:
Grouped-Individual lessons
Course Fee
Contact your local Yamaha Music School >
GUITAR COURSE
Course Contents
■Melody & Chord
Exercise ■Repertoire ■Ensemble ■Rock'n' Roll
Exercise ■Solfege Singing ■Music Signs
Details
Target Students:
6-12 years old (flexible enrollment period)
Concept of this course:
- To nurture the sense of joy in playing musical instruments.
- To develop fundamental skills for playing musical instruments.
- To master performance skills overall, in order to give children the confidence and
willingness to tackle various music examinations.
Course Materials:
Repertoire and Drill book
Audio and Video materials
Lesson Duration:
60 minutes
Course:
Grouped-Individual lessons
Course Fee
Contact your local Yamaha Music School >
DRUMS COURSE
Course Contents
■Stick Control ■Basic Exercise ■Tom
Work ■Combination ■Rhythm Pattern ■Fill
In ■Crash Cymbal ■Repertoire
Details
Target Students:
6-12 years old (flexible enrollment period)
Concept of this course:
- To nurture the sense of joy in playing musical instruments.
- To develop fundamental skills for playing musical instruments.
- To master performance skills overall, in order to give children the confidence and
willingness to tackle various music examinations.
Course Materials:
Repertoire and Drill book
Audio and Video materials
Lesson Duration:
60 minutes
Course:
Grouped-Individual lessons
Course Fee
Contact your local Yamaha Music School >
1. Learning at your own pace
Each student reliably masters performance techniques through lessons matched to his or her own pace during one-on-one lessons with a teacher. The teacher gives solid support to every student, both those who want to advance steadily by playing various pieces, and students who are busy and cannot spare time to practice at home and so intend to advance at a more leisurely pace. You can start anytime without worrying about age or specific times.
2. Interesting pieces to engage the children
Textbooks contain a variety of famous pieces. For all pieces, Yamaha adds arrangements and opulent accompaniments, and the experience gained from playing them along with orchestras or bands gives students a special worldview of each piece and nurtures their creativity.
3. Establishing stronger foundational skills in a group
To further enhance the basic skills developed, children will also experience the joy of playing music together with their friends, an experience unachievable in an individual lesson setting. Through simple finger exercises, ensemble playing and also singing simple melodies, children effectively master skills such as concentration, rhythm sense, and singing in correct pitch. Mastering performance skills also gives children the confidence and willingness to tackle various music examinations.
4. Supporting IT Tools
In the classroom or at home, students can watch and learn through model performances on the videos and practice with rhythmic accompaniment. This tool serves as a great support for individual practice and learning.
