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| Eurhythmics Foundation Course |
For ages 2-6
The Eurhythmics Approach (using the body as the interpreter of musical rhythm) will instill in your child strong rhythmic skills which will enhance his/her abilities in learning any musical instrument.
According to Emile Jacques-Dalcroze, a great Swiss music educator, the study of musical rhythm (in terms of movement) must precede all instrumental studies.
Our Progressive curriculum presents music elements (e.g. rhythm, pitch, phrasing, form, expression) applicable to the study of all arts, ranging from theatre and dance to instrumental studies.
Students will also be given periodic samplers of various instruments (e.g. piano, violin, guitar, ballet, singing) before they make a commitment to specialize.
Too often, children give up music after some time, when they find that they do not like the instrument they are playing. Hence this course takes a broader perspective by providing the children with the opportunity to sample different instruments.
The Eurhythmics Foundation Course enhances development in the following areas:
· deep understanding, enjoyment and performance of music
· concentration
· memory
· coordination
· self-control
· sensitivity
Eurthythmics-trained students typically progress faster than peers who start right away on an instrument.
Eurhythmics will continue to aid their learning as they move on to specialised fields of instrumental studies.
The ability of being able to provide a clear outward expression of inner knowledge and feeling not only enhances a child's performance, but also his/ her life, as a creative and effective form of communication.
Available classes
(For Ages 3-5) Sat 9.45 am, Sun 10.30 am
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| Dance Courses |
Hiphop Ballet Jazz Contemporary Fusion
The Dance programme aims to equip students aged 4 onwards with a strong foundation in dance and develop their sense of musicality, flow and artistry. Students may opt to take the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Examinations or the CSTD (Australia) Examinations.
Our small class size ensures greater individual attention.
HipHop Dance Schedule
(For Ages 11-14: Advanced Beginner) Sun 12pm (Some experience needed)
(For Ages 7-10: Beginner) Sun 1.30pm
(Adults: Beginner) Sun 12.45pm
Ballet Schedule
(Tiny Toes 1) Sat 9am ,
(Pre Ballet) Sat 10.30am
(Primary) Sat 11.15am
(Grade 1) Sat 12pm
(Grade 2) Sat 1.30pm
(Grade 3) Sat 3pm
Contemporary/Jazz Fusion Dance Schedule
(Adults) Sat 12pm
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| Classical Stream |
Piano Violin Guitar Flute
The courses in the classical stream are aimed at providing a strong foundation in the above-mentioned instruments and developing techniques, skills in sight-reading, hearing, scales and arpeggios, and musicianship. Students also learn important music ensemble skills, e.g. accompaniment for another instrument. Students can opt to learn for leisure or take the examinations (Grade 1 - Diploma) from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) or Trinity Guildhall.
Group piano for 2 to 3 students are available. Students can take the Trinity Guildhall Piano Duet or Piano for Six Hands Exams.
Group lessons (2 - 6 students per group) for violin, guitar and flute are also available.
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| Contemporary Stream |
Pop/Jazz Piano or Keyboard Guitar (Bass/Electric/Accoustic)
Drums Vocal
Experiment with diverse styles (pop, rock, funk, jazz etc) and techniques on the piano/keyboard, guitar (acoustic/electric/bass), drums or vocals.
ABRSM Jazz Piano and LCM/Rockschool exams available.
Group lessons (2 - 6 students per group) for piano/keyboard, guitar and vocal courses are also available.
Music Technology is also included in all contemporary courses. Pick up skills in the creative application of music recording, editing, arranging and composing using the latest music softwares and equipment.
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| Vocal Courses |
Classical Vocal Pop Vocal
The classical and pop vocal courses aim to equip students with proper breathing techniques, good posture, intonation, diction, stage etiquette, and a sense of musical performance. Students will also get to build up their individual repertoire of classical and/or pop songs. They may also take the Trinity Guildhall Singing Examinations (Grade 1 - Diploma), ABRSM Singing Examinations (Grade 1 - Diploma), Rockschool/LCM Pop Vocals Examinations (Grades 1 - 8).
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| Music Studies |
The Music Studies department aims to provide students with the necessary theoretical, analysis skills and historical knowledge which support their instrumental playing.
Music Theory Courses
ABRSM Grades 1-8 Trinity Guildhall Written Diplomas
Students can progress from Grade 1 to Grade 8, according to the ABRSM Theory of Music syllabus. Thereafter, students can embark on more advanced theoretical studies by taking the written diplomas AMusTCL and LMusTCL.
Music Theory Accelerated Course
Level |
Prerequisite |
Duration required |
Grade 0 to 2 |
None (ages 7 & up) |
3-6 months |
Grade 3 to 5 |
Grade 2 (ages 8 & up) |
6-9 months |
Grade 6 to 8 |
Grade 5 (ages 10 & up) |
12-15 months |
MEP-Related Courses
'O' Level Music Foundation 'O' Level Music
The department also provides a set of structured curriculum studies which prepares students for the music theory and analytical skills needed at the 'O' level/MEP music courses.
Students who are currently studying their 'O' Level or Music Elective Programmes can also find valuable help in our courses which aims to equip them with discerning listening skills, Asian music, compositional skills, harmonic language and analysis of the set works. Students can email or visit Verve Music School for more details of the curriculum.
Students interested to embark on 'O' Level Music can also take our Foundation Course to prepare themselves for the listening, analytical skills and historical knowledge required at 'O' Level Music.
Recommended entry level: 11-12 years old
Duration of course: 1 year
Our courses are taught by qualified teachers with Music Theory diplomas, distinctions in O/A level Music, Music theory diplomas and Bachelor/Masters degrees.
Higher music theory grades taught by teachers who received the Hedy King robinson award, an award given in recognition of excellence in ABRSM music theory results.
Lecture notes and tutorial handouts exclusively researched and compiled by our teachers.
Courses conducted professionally in university tutorial style (group and individual classes available).
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| Accelerated Double Diploma Programme |
Course Description
- Exclusively designed according to any individual’s musical ability.
- A must-have for the discerning musician who wants a meticulously structured training covering holistic aspects (eg. history, analysis, harmony, interpretation) of musical studies in conservatory style.
Duration
Ages 7-12 years |
Ages 13-16 years |
Ages 17 & above |
Background |
Estimated duration to achieve diploma |
Background |
Estimated duration to achieve diploma |
Background |
Estimated duration to achieve diploma |
G1 |
5 years |
G1 |
4.5 years |
G1 |
3.5 years |
G2 |
4.5 years |
G2 |
4 years |
G2 |
3 years |
G3 |
4 years |
G3 |
3.5 years |
G3 |
2.5 years |
G4 |
3.5 years |
G4 |
3.25 years |
G4 |
2.25 years |
G5 |
3 years |
G5 |
3 years |
G5 |
2 years |
G6 |
2 years |
G6 |
2 years |
G6 |
1.5 years |
G7 |
1.5 years |
G7 |
1.5 years |
G7 |
1.25 years |
G8 |
1 year |
G8 |
1 year |
G8 |
1 year |
Exemption of modules is allowed subject to assessment
- The curriculum is based on a modular system that not only covers the aspects of the piano diploma (DipABRSM/LRSM) exam components, but also provides students with firm understanding and knowledge on components like music theory and appreciation, aural perception and awareness, with chamber group playing opportunities and general music electives designed to develop musicianship and other valuable skills.
- The modules are presented in conservatory-style in conjunction with ‘O’ Level Music.
What to expect at the end of the course
- DipABRSM (performing/teaching)
- Theory Grade 8/AmusTCL (Trinity Theory Diploma)
- O Level Music
- Basis for many career/study opportunities
Why DipABRSM/AmusTCL?
- DipABRSM/AmusTCL is the first level of Diploma certification, respectively offered by The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) and Trinity Guildhall London, which operates an authoritative and intentionally recognized system of music exams and assessments.
- For those who are keen on pursuing further studies in music, DipABRSM/AmusTCL may help you in gaining points under the UCAS Tariff System for entry into higher education (Bachelor/Masters Degree programmes).
- For those who are keen on performing or having career in teaching, DipABRSM/AmusTCL will be a useful qualification to add into your resume.
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| Bridging Course (for Ages 4 to 6) |
Custom-designed to provide children who possess foundational understanding of music with knowledge that is relevant to the ABRSM syllabus.
This Course Focuses On
1. The enhancement of musical devlopment through theory and aural training, both of which are compulsory in ABRSM examinations.
2. Utilising the keyboard as a medium for comprehending theoretical concepts, basic instrumental tehniques and standard orchestral instruments.
The Syllabus
Comprises a well-compiled combination of pedagogical approaches including:
-Suzuki / Kodaly / Orff / Dalcroze methods
-Latest American pedagogical principles
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