hi little coco
i am proficient in piano and its real hardwork. Very tough for children. My girl has great interest but was very discouraged, even with a great teacher.
Subsequently, her teacher recommended me to send her to "Music for Young Children". This course has high accolades among her teaching friends and seniors. And it cultivates total musicianship instead of just practicing for exams.
I found it very high standard compared to other schools' offering. As I have piano background, they were able to articulate clear teaching goals, pedagogies and content milestones to me.
I am happy to know that after 3 yrs, my child is well prepared for Grade 2 ABRSM Practical exam and knowledgable up to Grade 3 theory. At least the time and money is spent learning concret things rather than just music and movement. And the process is fun and well paced rather than just mugging through.
its been 9 lessons for her, she has made tremendous progress in her understanding of music concepts and playing ability. Much much more than when she was under private lessons.
She enjoys class very much and will not sleep if she does not practise! the course is highly motivating to children and fun. The group setting encourages learning.
i am always so amazed and amused at how fun and effective they are at teaching very serious and dry music concepts. The creator is both accomplished educator and musicianship.
Go check it out. Another private tutor will not help much at this point.
www.myc.com.sg.
there are videos of how they teach various segments. their IC, Sannly is very patient and helpful to explain everything. u will get a waiver of registration fees if recommended by an existing student.
pm me if u are keen about it. I will give u my girl's name.
Her brother coming 4 yrs, will join the program end of this month. Even if he doesn't pursue piano long term, he has enough knowledge and exposure to enjoy music and its arts for a life time. that's my gift to the kids.
hope it helps u. go find out more first.
