Yamaha Special Junior Advanced Course - Discussion

[Busymom]

Thanks, radiantmum, for the info. Another 3 questions on the FSS test:


1. Is the test taken on a group or individual basis?
2. Who conducts the test, the teacher of the student or someone else from Yamaha?
3. The two repertoire to be played for the test, could be from any of the 4 books used during the two years?

Sorry for asking so many questions.

[radiantmum]

Hi Busymom, on FSS test


1. Individual
2. There'll be an independent assessor. Own teacher will be present.
3. I believe only book 3 & 4 have repertoire (ie both hands playing) but yes can be selected from any songs learnt from JMC.

Hi Honeystar,

For Yamaha Junior Course, kids are only required to make a choice from electone or piano after Yr 4/JXC. Typically parents are not certain about the sustainability of kids' interest so most would want to buy a reasonable keyboard first (cheaper) before they make the heavier financial commitment. Check out the other threads on piano selection - they have more info / advice from other parents.

2nd hand CD/DVD/materials - I still have mine (all in excellent condition) and if you want to PM me to make a reasonable offer I can perhaps let go

[Busymom]

Thanks very much, radiantmum. This has been most helpful.

[acforfamily]

Hi,

The JSAC students are performing ensemble concert on Friday 11 September. For those who are interested to see what Yamaha higher grade students learn, you should pop in to take a look - it is quite enjoyable.

The concert is free but timing and venue are not out yet. I think your child's Yamaha teachers will be able to give you the details later.

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http://www.musicbookstrade.blogspot.com/

[acforfamily]

Details are out


Friday 11 September
7 pm
Multi purpose hall
Toa Payoh West Community Centre

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http://www.musicbookstrade.blogspot.com/

[radiantmum]

Thanks acforfamily. Will mark it on my calendar and try to bring my kiddo there. 7pm timing is tough for working parents - will probably have to leave work early. Looks like JSAC offers quite a number of performance opportunities for students - good exposure in building one’s confidence as well.

[honeystar]

radiantmum:

Hi Busymom, on FSS test


Hi Honeystar,

For Yamaha Junior Course, kids are only required to make a choice from electone or piano after Yr 4/JXC. Typically parents are not certain about the sustainability of kids' interest so most would want to buy a reasonable keyboard first (cheaper) before they make the heavier financial commitment. Check out the other threads on piano selection - they have more info / advice from other parents.

2nd hand CD/DVD/materials - I still have mine (all in excellent condition) and if you want to PM me to make a reasonable offer I can perhaps let go

Thx Radiantmum, has PM U.

[acforfamily]

radiantmum:

Looks like JSAC offers quite a number of performance opportunities for students - good exposure in building one's confidence as well.

There are 2 standard ones that the students have to do. One is the ensemble tomorrow and the other is the individual performance which is usually done in Yamaha showroom. All done under \"non-threatening\" situation so it is quite fun for the kids.

As for the ensemble tomorrow, just found out that they will be performing the students' compositions too. So, if you missed out on the Junior Original concert, you can catch the pieces here too.

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Look here for 2nd hand music books!
http://www.musicbookstrade.blogspot.com/

[radiantmum]

Rushed like mad after work. Reached Toa Payoh CC. Was relief initially that we reached few minutes before 7pm. Then realised that we went to the wrong CC - Toa Payoh Central not Toa Payoh West :stupid: Gave up! My kid was so disappointed

[acforfamily]

radiantmum:

Rushed like mad after work. Reached Toa Payoh CC. Was relief initially that we reached few minutes before 7pm. Then realised that we went to the wrong CC - Toa Payoh Central not Toa Payoh West :stupid: Gave up! My kid was so disappointed

Oops, so sorry to hear that. Should have warned you that there are a few ccs in Toa Payoh. It is actually not there far from the Central CC.