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YAMAHA POPULAR MUSIC COURSE
is all about musicians of all ages making music
......... and enjoying every moment of
it !
 

Whether  you want to play the Flute, Saxophone, Electric Guitar, Electric Bass, Keyboard  or Drums, with Yamaha Popular Music Course you will embark on a music education of international standing and repute, that benefits in so many ways :

  • A QUALITY EDUCATION OF INTERNATIONAL STANDING

You are assured of the best teaching methodology and standards, established and maintained by a professional faculty of highly qualified music specialists. Music softwares provided make learning more effective, and at the same time, more enjoyable.

Every "Popular" course is broken down by modules (4-6 months per module) and takes you from elementary, to intermediate, and then advanced level. A 'Certificate of Attendance' will be awarded upon completion of each module and students will then proceed to the next. Students can also have the option to sit for external examination  which cater for Popular Music.

  • EXPOSURE THROUGH REPUTABLE MUSIC POPULARISATION EVENTS

Practice makes perfect... and nothing gears up musical skills more than a public performance. At Yamaha Music , Band Sessions, Ensemble Concerts, Combo Festivals, Music Workshops by well-known musicians and even International Festivals are all regularly organised to offer further motivation and opportunities for students to develop their talents through adequate exposure.

  • AN ASSURANCE OF YEARS OF INTERNATIONAL SUCCESS

The ultimate proof of appropriateness of the contents and methodology of the Yamaha Music Education System is the demonstration of its results - the generations of Yamaha graduates all over the world who, regardless of economic or cultural background, have developed into well-rounded confident individuals making a mark in the world today.

   

School Fees (click here)

 

 
 

DRUM
(4 modules)

This is the perfect course for those whose hearts throb to the exciting beat of the drum !

    The syllabus will take you through :
  • The role of the Drummer in a band
  • A wide range of Rhythms Styles - from simple to very complex rhythms
  • Essential Drum rudiments
  • Exposure to other percussion instruments
  • Playing to Popular songs of various moods and styles

  Click here for Yamaha Graded Examination Structure for Drums.

   

 

ALTO SAXOPHONE
(6 modules)

If the saxophone stirs the deepest depths of your soul, then this is the course for you.

   The syllabus will take you through :
  • The essential techniques involved in playing the Saxophone
  • Understanding the relationship between Melody and Harmony
  • Exposure to Ensemble playing
  • Playing to Popular songs of various moods and styles
   
 

ELECTRIC GUITAR
(4 modules)

Want to live an electrifying life ?   This course is for those who savour the excitement of the Electric Guitar.

   The syllabus will take you through :
  • The role of the Electric Guitarist in a band
  • Electric Guitar techniques - Strumming,Bending,Harmonics,etc.
  • Music Notation and Tablature
  • Chords
  • A wide range of musical styles
  • The effective use of the Electric Guitar and Effectors
  • Playing to Popular songs of various moods and styles
   
 

KEYBOARD
(4 modules)

For those who have an affinity with the Keyboard, this course will further your potential.

   The syllabus will take you through :
  • The role of the Keyboardist in a band
  • Music Notation
  • Melody-line and Ad-lib 'licks'
  • Chords
  • A wide range of musical styles
  • The effective use of the Synthesizer
  • Playing to Popular songs of various moods and styles
   
 

POPULAR PIANO
(6 modules)

Inspired to play stirring compositions?
To enjoy a wide variety of music with the piano or Clavinova,
this is your dream come true :

   The syllabus will take you through :
  • Popular songs of a wide genre
  • Keyboard skills
  • Improvisation and arrangement
   

 

FLUTE
(6 modules)

Soft as a natural breeze and as thrilling as a bird's song ... if you enjoy the light and melodious sound of the flute, you will love this course

   The syllabus will take you through:
  • The essential techniques involved in playing the Flute
  • Understanding the relationship between Melody and Harmony
  • Exposure to Ensemble playing
  • Playing to Popular songs of various moods and styles
   
 

ELECTRIC BASS
(4 modules)

Nothing captures your ears more than the underlying beat of the bass ? Heat up your talent in Electric Bass in this course.

   The syllabus will take you through :
  • The role of the Electric Bassist in a band
  • Electric Bass techniques - Hammering,Pulling,Slapping,etc .
  • Music Notation and Tablature
  • Understanding the relationship between Chrods and Bass
  • A wide range of musical styles
  • The effective use of the Electric Bass and Effectors
  • Playing to Popular Songs of various moods and styles
   


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