YAMAHA MUSICEDUCATION SYSTEM
Apple Course (Age 2- 3)
*We are not running this course at the moment,
but please come back to check for updates!
Music Wonderland (Beginner Age 3 - 4)
Music Wonderland is designed to provide 3 and 4 year olds children, JK students, with an introduction to music in a positive and enjoyable atmosphere. Together with their parents, children experience singing, introductory keyboard activities, movement, and listening to music. Creative approach centres on developing the three essential elements of Pitch, Harmony, and Rhythm.
- Course Prerequisite – Beginners age 3 by August 31, 2018
- Group Lessons (11 students maximum), each weekly class is 45 minutes in length
- Parent attendance: One ADULT is required to attend with student each class
- Cost:
Registration: $38
Tuition: $18/lesson (Term 1: September 2018 – February 2019). Billed monthly.
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration, price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
Fall 2018 Schedule
Wednesday 4:15pm
Saturday 2:15pm
Junior Music Course 1 (Beginner Age 4 - 5)
The Junior Music Course is a unique six-year program beginning at the age of 4-5 years old. This program consists of weekly group lessons designed to give your child the best possible beginning for the development of basic well-rounded music skills.
Year 1: Ear Training, Hands-together Keyboard Playing, Ensemble Playing, Singing (solfege and lyrics), Music Appreciation, Rhythmic Sense, Music Reading and Writing. These skills are taught in relation to the rapidly developing aural ability of a 4 or 5 year old, SK students. This Year 1 curriculum runs 10 months then advancing to Year 2.
- Course Prerequisite – Music Wonderland graduate and/or beginners age 4 by Aug. 31, 2018
- Group Lessons (11 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Parent attendance: One ADULT is required to attend with student each class
- Home Instrument: A keyboard with full size keys is required
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition: $24 per lesson/Year End Concert (September 2018 –> June 2019)
Material Fee – A material fee is added at the time of registration. price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Tuesday 5:00pm
Wednesday 5:30pm *FULL
Saturday 10:45am *NEW
Saturday 11:30am *FULL
Saturday 2:00pm *FULL
Junior Music Course 2 (Level up)
Year 2: Ear Training, Hands-together Keyboard Playing, Ensemble Playing, Singing (solfege and lyrics). Music Appreciation, Rhythmic Sense, Keyboard Harmony, Music Reading and Writing. These skills are taught in relation to the rapidly developing aural and fine motor abilities of a 5 or 6 year old student.
JMC2 students are prepared to take the FSS – Fundamental Skills Survey, which evaluates musicianship skills at the end of JMC2.
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- Course Prerequisite – JMC1 Graduates only
- Group Lessons (11 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Parent attendance: Required
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $24.50 per lesson/End of Year Concert, FSS fee (September 2018 –> June 2019)
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration. Price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Tuesday 5:15pm
Thursday 5:30pm
Saturday 3:00pm
Thursday 5:30pm
Saturday 3:00pm
*Registration is now open for current JMC1 students
Junior Music Course 3 (Level up)
Year 3: Keyboard Performance, Note and Rhythm Reading, Ensemble Playing, Solfege Singing, Accompaniment and Arranging, Ear training, Music Writing and Creativity. These skills are taught in relation to the greater motor skills and reading ability of a 6 or 7 year old student. Students are prepared and required to experience the YAMAHA Grade 10 Examination at the end of JMC3 in order to level up in JMC4 in the following year.
*NEW! Monthly “Practice Coaching” session – JMC3 students are highly recommended to partake in these monthly one on one sessions with our qualified coaches. Sessions will be booked and registered through the school administration at the time of enrolment.
- Course Prerequisite – JMC2 Graduates
- Group Lessons (11 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $25 per lesson/Year End Concert (September 2018 –> June 2019)
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration. price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
Practice Coaching $10 per session
FALL 2018 Schedule
Saturday 11:30am
*Registration is open to current JMC2 students
Junior Music Course 4 (Level up)
Year 4: Keyboard Performance, Note and Rhythm Reading, Ensemble Playing, Solfege Singing, Accompaniment and Arranging, Ear training, Composition, Music Writing and Creativity. These skills are taught in relation to the greater motor skills and reading ability of a 7 or 8 year old student. Students are prepared and required to experience YAMAHA Grade 9 Examination at the end of JMC4 in order to level up in JAC1 in the following year.
*NEW! Monthly “Practice Coaching” session – JMC4 students are required to partake in these monthly one on one sessions with our qualified coaches. Sessions will be booked and registered through the school administration at the time of enrolment.
- Course Prerequisite – JMC3 Graduates
- Group Lessons (8 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $25.50 per lesson/Year End Concert, monthly practice coaching $10 per session (September 2018 –> June 2019). Billed monthly.
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration. price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Thursday 6:00pm
*Registration is now open to current JMC3 students
Junior Advanced Course 1 (Level Up)
Keyboard Harmony; Solfege Singing; Ensemble playing; Accompaniment and Arranging; Improvisation; Composition; Ear Training; Music Reading and Writing. These skills are taught in relation to the performance, intellectual, and creative abilities of an 8, 9, 10 year old student.
- Course Prerequisites – JMC4 OR YMC3 Graduates
- Group Lessons (8 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $25.50 per lesson/Year End Concert, monthly coaching session $10(September 2018 –> June 2019). Billed monthly.
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration. price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Tuesday 6:15pm
*Registration is now open to current JMC4 students
Junior Advanced Course 2 (Level up)
Keyboard Harmony; Solfege Singing; Ensemble playing; Accompaniment and Arranging; Improvisation; Composition; Ear Training; Music Reading and Writing. These skills are taught in relation to the performance, intellectual, and creative abilities of an 9, 10, 11 year old student. JAC2 students are encouraged to take the Yamaha Grade Examination Gr.8 at the end of JAC2.
- Course Prerequisites – JAC1 Graduates
- Group Lessons (8 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $25.50 per lesson/Year End Concert, monthly coaching session $10 (September 2018 –> June 2019). Billed monthly.
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration. price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Tuesday 7:15pm
*Registration open to current JAC1 students
Young Musicians Course 1 (Beginner Age 6 - 8, Gr.1,2,3 students)
Young Musicians Course is a 3 year curriculum specifically designed for 6 – 8 years old beginner students. Through singing, rhythm co-ordination, keyboard playing, children will start to appreciate music. Children will learn to listen, read, co-ordinate and team playing throughout the course.
Year 1: Keyboard Performance; Singing(solfege and lyric); Ensemble Performance; Creativity; Ear Training; Note and Rhythm Reading. Repertoire utilizes the features of electronic keyboards and the imaginatively themed titles help promote expressive performance. Students are prepared to take the YAMAHA Piano Performance Grade 12 or 11 Examination at the end of YMC1.
- Course Prerequisite – Beginners age 6 – 8 by August 31, 2018
- Group Lessons (11 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Parents attendance: One ADULT is required to attend with student each lesson
- Home Instrument: An electronic or acoustic keyboard with full size keys is required
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $24 per lesson/Year End Concert (September 2018 –> June 2019, billed monthly)
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration, price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Tuesday 6:00pm
Thursday 5:00pm
Saturday 3:30pm
Young Musicians Course 2 (Level Up)
Year 2: Primary focus remains on keyboard performance. Singing(solfege and lyric), creativity and ear training continue. A greater emphasis is placed on note/rhythm reading and ensemble playing to reflect the student’s intellectual abilities and independence. Students are prepared and required to experience the YAMAHA Grade 10 Examination at the end of YMC2 in order to level up in YMC3 in the following year.
- Course Prerequisite – Young Musicians Course 1 Graduates
- Group Lessons (11 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $24.50 per lesson/Year End Concert (September 2017 –> June 2018). Billed monthly.
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration, price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Wednesday 6:30pm
Thursday 6:30pm
*Registration is now open to current YMC1 students
Young Musicians Course 3 (Level Up)
Year 3: Primary focus remains on keyboard performance with an increased focus on traditional piano repertoire. Ensemble, creativity and ear training will continue. Solfege singing is now used mainly to develop reading skills as students become fully independent. Students are prepared and required to experience taking the YAMAHA Grade 9 examination at the end of YMC3, in order to level up in the next level group classes.
- Course Prerequisite – Young Musicians 2 Course Graduates
- Group Lessons (8 student maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $25 per lesson/Year End Concert, Monthly coaching session $10 (September 2017 –> June 2018). Billed monthly
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration. price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Saturday 2:00pm
*Registration is now open to current YMC2 students
Piano Club 1 (Beginner Age 9 - 11, Gr.4+ students)
Piano Club is a two-year program designed to teach beginner students, aged 9 to 11, how to play and enjoy a wide variety of piano styles. Piano performance, Creativity, Basic musicianship skills, including a good sense of rhythm and pitch are developed through solfege singing and keyboard ensembles. Students are prepared to take the YAMAHA Piano Performance Grade 11 Examination at the end of PC1.
- Course Prerequisite – Beginners aged 9-11 by August 31, 2018
- Group Lessons (8 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $24 per lesson/Year End Concert (September 2017 –> June 2018), billed monthly
Material Fee – A material fee is added at the time of registration. price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Thursday 7:00pm
*PUBLIC REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Seniors Keyboard Club (Beginner Ages 60+)
You’re never too old to learn! Active music making, besides being great fun, has been shown to have physical and mental benefits that can improve quality of life for all people, including seniors! It’s the ideal way to learn a new skill and meet new friends in a relaxed environment. You will work on Keyboard playing, Music Appreciation, Rhythmic Sense, Music reading and writing, Ear training while playing Play and enjoying a wide variety of music. The Seniors Keyboard Course is presented in a flexible series of 10-week sessions in a group setting.
- Course Prerequisite – Beginners age 60+ by August 31, 2017
- Group Lessons (8 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition fee per Term $150 (10 lessons, material fees included)
FALL 2018 Schedule
Term 1: Thursday 2pm (Sep – Nov 2018)
VARIOUS INSTRUMENTS
YAMAHA Guitar Primer (Ages 7 - 8) *Beginner
Introducing Guitar to young beginner students, age 7 & 8. Chording, soloing and band playing, all taught in a group setting is the best way to learn guitar. The course covers many styles, note and chord reading, as well as other guitar techniques. You will gain essential ensemble playing skills as you learn- a must for any aspiring guitarist. Guitar Course Primer students are advancing to Guitar Course 1.
- Course Prerequisite – Beginners age 7 or 8 by August 31, 2018
- Group Lessons (6 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $24 per lesson/Year End Concert (September 2018 –> June 2019)
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration. price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Thursday 5:15pm
Saturday 2:30pm
YAMAHA Guitar Course 1 (Ages 9 - 11) *Beginner
Introducing Guitar to beginner students, ages 9 to 11. Students will be taught Fundamental training such as Pick style, Finger style Note and Tablature reading, Rhythm and Lead playing and Ensemble playing.
- Course Prerequisite – Beginners age 9-12 by August 31, 2018
- Group Lessons (6 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $24 per lesson/Year End Concert (September 2018 –> June 2019)
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration. price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Wednesday 6:00pm
Saturday 3:30pm
YAMAHA Adult Guitar Course *Beginner
Introducing Guitar to beginner Adult students. Students will be taught Fundamental training such as Pick style, Finger style Note and Tablature reading, Rhythm and Lead playing and Ensemble playing, in fun and relaxed adult only class!
- Course Prerequisite – Adult Beginners 18 years old and up
- Group Lessons (6 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $24 per lesson (September 2018 – January 2019), billed monthly
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration, price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Thursday 8:00pm
KMC Ukulele Course *Beginner
Ukulele classes at KMC offer a great opportunity to develop musicianship, rhythm, listening, singing, and performing skills in a positive and fun environment. Its accessible size makes it a perfect instrument for everyone. The focus of our ukulele course is learning to play popular and folk songs that have stood the test of time. While learning the ukulele is an end in itself, it can easily lead to learning other instruments like guitar, and even bass. And remember, it’s nearly impossible to play a sad song on a uke!
- Course Prerequisite – Beginners age 8 and up.
- 45 minutes lesson each week
- Cost:
Registration fee: $38
Tuition $20 per lesson (September 2018 –> January 2019), billed monthly
Material fee will be added at the time of registration.
FALL 2018 Schedule
Saturday 1:30pm – 2:15pm
YAMAHA Voice Course (Ages 9-16) *Beginner
Explore your voice as we experiment with breathing, posture, and movement, while putting together musical numbers in a variety of styles such as rock, classical, musical theatre, and pop. Improvise or compose with creative singing exercises. Make new friends while gaining new confidence in your voice!
- Course Prerequisite – Beginners age 9-16 by August 31, 2018
- Group Setting (10 student maximum), each weekly class is 45 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition Fee $20 per lesson (September 2018 –> January 2019), billed monthly
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration. price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Term 1: Saturday 12:00pm (Sep 2018 –> Feb 2019)
YAMAHA Drum Course (Ages 9 - 11 ) *Beginner
Set your own rhythm, move to your own beat!
Skills taught in this course;
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Understand the basic functions of the drums
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Pick up various roll and fill-in patterns with different rudiments application
- Develop and inculcate coordination skills
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Acquire a great sense of rhythm
- Learn how to complement each other so to be able to play in a band or an ensemble
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Learn to drum to different music genres and styles through repertoires and pop/rock songs
- Course Prerequisite – Beginners age 9 – 11 by August 31, 2018
- Group Lessons (6 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition $24 per lesson (September 2018 –> January 2019), billed monthly
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration. price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
FALL 2018 Schedule
Monday 6pm
*Register NOW!
Learn To Play Ukulele *NEW! May 2018
HAVE YOU EVER DREAMED ABOUT PLAYING UKULELE ON THE BEACH?
NOW IS THE TIME!
Winter blues got you down? Can’t take time off to travel to Mexico?
Why not come to KMC and learn ukulele!
This introductory class in a small group setting with a skilled, friendly instructor offers fun learning atmosphere and is a great dynamic way of getting the basic skills into your hands!
In just 4 lessons you will learn;
- About ukulele
- How to tune
- Good techniques for holding the instrument
- Basic chords and how to move between them
- Strum chords and sing the melody
- Some strumming patterns and rhythms
These are the foundation for understanding how to play ukulele and are the basic skills you will want in order to enjoy playing on your own or with others.
Just bring your own ukulele and let’s make your dream come true!
- Course Prerequisite – Beginners age 6 and up. Parents attendance is not mandatory but may be required at the teachers discretion
- Four(4) weekly group lessons (6 student maximum)
- 45 minutes lesson each week (Length will be adjusted in case of low registration)
- Cost: $80 (Includes materials. Students are required to bring their own instrument)
*SPECIAL! Registration fee is waved for this course(4 lessons) only. Conditions apply.
–> Coupon code: LTPUKULELE
Schedule
Saturdays, May 5, 12, 19, 26 at 1:30pm – 2:15pm
Adult Drum Course *Beginner
It’s Never Too Late To Become An Awesome Drummer!
In this course, you will learn;
- Understand the basic functions of the drums
- Pick up various roll and fill-in patterns with different rudiments application
- Develop and inculcate coordination skills
- Acquire a great sense of rhythm
- Learn how to complement each other so to be able to play in a band or an ensemble
- Learn to drum to different music genres and styles through repertoires and pop/rock songs
- Course Prerequisite – Adult beginner 18+
- Group Lessons (6 students maximum), each weekly class is 55 minutes in length
- Term 1: September 2018 –> January 2019
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition fee $24 per lesson (September 2018 –> January 2019), billed monthly
Material Fee — A material fee is added at the time of registration. price is dependent on what materials the student requires at time of enrolment
Fall 2018 Schedule
Monday 8pm
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private - Piano 30 min
Private Piano weekly 30 minutes lesson
- Prerequisite – Graduates of Yamaha programs, or age 9 and up by August 31, 2018
- Cost: Registration fee $38
$26.50 per lesson/Year End Concert
$29 per lesson/Year End Concert with advanced YAMAHA teachers *FULL
(September 2018 –> June 2019, billed monthly) - Materials: Students will be using the Yamaha Pianoforte books as main material. Other materials can be added. Teachers will discuss further at the first lesson in September.
Fall 2018 Schedule
Monday – Saturday
Private - Piano 45 min
Private Piano weekly 45 minutes lesson
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- Prerequisite – Graduates of Yamaha programs, or age 9 and up by August 31, 2018
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- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition fee $39.75 per lesson/Year End Concert
Tuition fee $43.50 per lesson/Year End Concert, with advanced YAMAHA teachers *FULL
(September 2018 –> June 2019, billed monthly) - Materials: Students will be using the Yamaha Pianoforte books as main material. Other materials can be added. Teachers will discuss further at the first lesson in September.
- Cost:
Fall 2018 Schedule
Monday – Saturday
*Please contact school info@kanatamusiccentre.com to check the availabilities.
Private - Guitar 30 min
Private Guitar(Acoustic, Electric, or Bass) weekly 30 minutes lesson
- Prerequisite – Must be 9 years old and up by August 31, 2018
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition Fee $26.50 per lesson/Year End Concert (September 2018 –> June 2019). Billed monthly
Materials will be discussed with the teacher at the first lesson in September
Fall 2018 Schedule
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Private - Vocal 30 min
Private Voice weekly 30 minutes lesson
- Prerequisite – Must be 9 years old and up by August 31, 2018
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition Fee $26.50 per lesson/Year End Concert (September 2018 –> June 2019). Billed monthly
Materials will be discussed with the teacher at the first lesson in September
FALL 2018 Schedule
Saturdays
Private - Drum 30 min
Private Drum, Weekly 30 minutes lesson
- Prerequisite – Must be 9 years old and up by August 31, 2017
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition Fee $26.50 per lesson/Year End Concert (September 2018 –> June 2019), billed monthly
Materials will be discussed with the teacher at the first lesson in September
Fall 2018 Schedule
Mondays and Tuesdays
Private - Violin 30 min
Private Violin, Weekly 30 minutes lesson
- Prerequisite – Must be 9 years old and up by August 31, 2018
- Cost:
Registration fee $38
Tuition Fee $26.50 per lesson/Year End Concert (September 2018 –> June 2019), billed monthly
Materials will be discussed with the teacher at the first lesson in September.
FAll 2018 Schedule
Tuesday and Saturday