All You Need to Know About Learning the Keyboard or Piano
Our Keyboard Programme
Learning the keyboard /piano requires the child to use both hands to manoeuvre the keys independently. The fingers on both hands have to press different keys simultaneously to produce a melody which serve as a great opportunity for them, especially those who are not sports oriented to develop motor and concentration skills as it requires the use of both the left and right brains.
It also provides an avenue to develop the child’s overall dexterity and use complex thought processes. Like sports, when children who learn the keyboard/ piano participate in stage events, they have to work as in tea ms. Through working as a team, the child learns co-operation and social skills. Learning the keyboard/ piano is also liked to success in school.
Experts say that children who learn a musical instrument tend to score higher in both standard and spatial cognitive development tests.
It also provides an avenue to develop the child’s overall dexterity and use complex thought processes. Like sports, when children who learn the keyboard/ piano participate in stage events, they have to work as in tea ms. Through working as a team, the child learns co-operation and social skills. Learning the keyboard/ piano is also liked to success in school.
Experts say that children who learn a musical instrument tend to score higher in both standard and spatial cognitive development tests.
The Art of Keyboard Playing
The Electronic Keyboard is an exciting & versatile instrument which enables the performer(s) to play as an ensemble or as a one man band. One gets to learn to play and experience different styles and genres of music as well as experience the different tone colours of different instruments and rhythmic patterns without having to master the various instruments.The Keyboard serves as an ideal platform for creating all three essential elements of music - melody, harmony, and rhythm - through solo and ensemble performances.
Objectives of this Programme
This program has been meticulously designed to enable students to express themselves creatively through the process of learning the Keyboard. It provides a pedagogical approach to musical education that emphasizes enjoyment through performance, while simultaneously acquiring fundamental musical knowledge. The program strongly encourages creativity and self-expression among students, providing them with opportunities to experience a wide range of accompaniment styles and instrument sounds found in the Keyboard. Ultimately, the program aims to equip students with the ability to perform as part of an ensemble or as a soloist.
The primary objective of this Keyboard program is to cultivate in students an appreciation and open-mindedness towards diverse musical styles and cultures. Students will learn to identify different musical instruments by sound and engage in the creative process of developing keyboard skills, with the ultimate aim of performing confidently as soloists or as part of an ensemble. These attributes are essential for developing the personality and creative skills of students and align with the objectives set out by MOE. By the end of the course, students will have acquired the ability to play the Keyboard, notate music accurately, experience different instrument sounds and accompaniment styles, and appreciate a diverse repertoire of music from various cultures and genres.
Objectives of this Programme
This program has been meticulously designed to enable students to express themselves creatively through the process of learning the Keyboard. It provides a pedagogical approach to musical education that emphasizes enjoyment through performance, while simultaneously acquiring fundamental musical knowledge. The program strongly encourages creativity and self-expression among students, providing them with opportunities to experience a wide range of accompaniment styles and instrument sounds found in the Keyboard. Ultimately, the program aims to equip students with the ability to perform as part of an ensemble or as a soloist.
The primary objective of this Keyboard program is to cultivate in students an appreciation and open-mindedness towards diverse musical styles and cultures. Students will learn to identify different musical instruments by sound and engage in the creative process of developing keyboard skills, with the ultimate aim of performing confidently as soloists or as part of an ensemble. These attributes are essential for developing the personality and creative skills of students and align with the objectives set out by MOE. By the end of the course, students will have acquired the ability to play the Keyboard, notate music accurately, experience different instrument sounds and accompaniment styles, and appreciate a diverse repertoire of music from various cultures and genres.
IT Music Programme
Making Music Through Keyboard and IT - A National Arts Council Endorsed Programme since 2003 -
Programme Overview;
The primary aim of this course is to enable students to explore their creativity through the learning of Keyboard Skills and IT Music. In addition to learning to play the Keyboard, students will receive practical, hands-on experience in the world of MIDI music arranging, whether as a one-person orchestra/band or as part of an ensemble.
The objective of the course is to integrate the Keyboard with IT, allowing students to engage in creative skills and teamwork activities relating to Composition, Performance, Recording and Listening. These attributes are crucial for developing the personality, communicative skills, arts appreciation, creative thinking skills, and other objectives set out by MOE.
Upon completion of the course, students will have the ability to play the Keyboard, read music notations on music scores, experience different instrumental sounds, and use IT music software to help them write/arrange, sequence songs, and perform.
The primary aim of this course is to enable students to explore their creativity through the learning of Keyboard Skills and IT Music. In addition to learning to play the Keyboard, students will receive practical, hands-on experience in the world of MIDI music arranging, whether as a one-person orchestra/band or as part of an ensemble.
The objective of the course is to integrate the Keyboard with IT, allowing students to engage in creative skills and teamwork activities relating to Composition, Performance, Recording and Listening. These attributes are crucial for developing the personality, communicative skills, arts appreciation, creative thinking skills, and other objectives set out by MOE.
Upon completion of the course, students will have the ability to play the Keyboard, read music notations on music scores, experience different instrumental sounds, and use IT music software to help them write/arrange, sequence songs, and perform.
The Art of Keyboard Ensemble Playing
Programme Overview:
The Keyboard Ensemble course provides a unique opportunity for keyboard students to engage in the ensemble experience and benefit from a wide range of exciting musical opportunities, even if they do not participate in a traditional band or orchestra. By utilizing digital keyboards and music technology, the program embraces the students' enthusiasm for technology and incorporates it into their musical education.
Through ensemble playing, students are able to explore and create all three elements of music (melody, harmony, and rhythm) in a collaborative setting, while also fostering creativity and self-expression. The program begins with foundation studies in note-reading, keyboard skills, chord reading, and ensemble techniques, which are then built upon with pedagogically-designed ensemble arrangements. By working together rhythmically, students develop listening skills, as well as balance, color, and articulation matching. These skills are essential for successful ensemble playing and cannot be fully developed through solo work.
Ensemble playing also promotes musicianship, social interaction, and teamwork, with opportunities for leadership development as students take turns leading the group. Overall, the Keyboard Ensemble course provides a well-rounded musical education for keyboard students and prepares them for future musical endeavors.
The Keyboard Ensemble course provides a unique opportunity for keyboard students to engage in the ensemble experience and benefit from a wide range of exciting musical opportunities, even if they do not participate in a traditional band or orchestra. By utilizing digital keyboards and music technology, the program embraces the students' enthusiasm for technology and incorporates it into their musical education.
Through ensemble playing, students are able to explore and create all three elements of music (melody, harmony, and rhythm) in a collaborative setting, while also fostering creativity and self-expression. The program begins with foundation studies in note-reading, keyboard skills, chord reading, and ensemble techniques, which are then built upon with pedagogically-designed ensemble arrangements. By working together rhythmically, students develop listening skills, as well as balance, color, and articulation matching. These skills are essential for successful ensemble playing and cannot be fully developed through solo work.
Ensemble playing also promotes musicianship, social interaction, and teamwork, with opportunities for leadership development as students take turns leading the group. Overall, the Keyboard Ensemble course provides a well-rounded musical education for keyboard students and prepares them for future musical endeavors.
The Art of Guitar Playing
Programme Overview;
Indeed, the guitar is a versatile instrument that can be played in various styles and techniques, from classical to rock, from fingerpicking to strumming. Learning to play the guitar can bring many benefits, including improving hand-eye coordination, enhancing memory and concentration, and boosting creativity and self-expression.
Moreover, playing the guitar can also provide a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction as one learns to play their favorite songs or create their own music. It can also be a great way to socialize and connect with others who share the same passion for music.
Overall, the guitar is an instrument that can bring joy and happiness to those who learn to play it, regardless of their age or skill level.
Indeed, the guitar is a versatile instrument that can be played in various styles and techniques, from classical to rock, from fingerpicking to strumming. Learning to play the guitar can bring many benefits, including improving hand-eye coordination, enhancing memory and concentration, and boosting creativity and self-expression.
Moreover, playing the guitar can also provide a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction as one learns to play their favorite songs or create their own music. It can also be a great way to socialize and connect with others who share the same passion for music.
Overall, the guitar is an instrument that can bring joy and happiness to those who learn to play it, regardless of their age or skill level.
Music is the Universal Language of Mankind
Our music programmes are only available to MOE schools and companies in Singapore currently.
Please contact us for programme info and highlights.
Please contact us for programme info and highlights.