Playing for Little People

Yamaha Music School is proud to provide group lessons for children ages 2-9.

The Tunes For Twos program is for age 2.  This course uses a variety of fun exercises all with the verbal,

social, and physical development of a 2 year old in mind.  We use song singing, fingerplay, and exploration

of the keyboard, as well as high/low and loud/soft concepts.  Movement to music is also integrated in this course.  

Music Wonderland is for ages 3 & 4 children and is a new program designed to prepare children for the

Junior Music Course.  In this class we are developing listening and rhythm skills through the keyboard,

song singing, and music appreciation.  We also use materials that are visually stimulating to compliment

their growing curiosity.

The NEW & IMPROVED Junior Music Course is a unique 4 year course for children starting at ages 4 & 5.

This program is designed to give your child the best beginning possible for the development of basic music skills.  The concept of this program is to Hear, Sing, Play, & Read.  Emphasis is placed on ear training and developing musicianship.  A variety of activities, including singing words and solfege, keyboard playing, ensembles and keyboard games are all part of the course.  We are excited that this year there is also a

large focus on parental interaction with your child in the new course material this year.

The Young Musicians Course is for children beginning at ages 6 - 9.  This course focuses on developing

musical skills through a variety of activities.  They are taught how to play and enjoy a wide variety of music styles.  This involves ear training, singing, solo repertoire, ensemble playing, keyboard harmony, arranging, and music theory.  These are designed to compliment the development of the basic skills they are learning

in school.

We encourage all our students to have some type of keyboard instrument.  Having the means to practice

the concepts being taught in the classroom will only further their development.  As they continue their

music and the concepts broaden, they will naturally require a piano.  The professionals in the

Yamaha Piano Centre can help you in selecting the appropriate instrument for you and your child.