Yamaha Junior Music Course (JMC) - Discussion

[micollh]

Angelight:

Just went for JMC trial lesson with DD and she likes it. But I find that having 10 kids in the same classroom has alot of distractions as not all kids are attentive. Some run around or press the keyboard even when teacher is talking...not sure if shld sign DD for group lesson or one-on-one?


Any parents here whose kids are going thru JMC can advise pls? :thankyou:

DD is going to complete first term of JMC.. she loves it .. yes, in her class there is one or two kids that cant seem to cooperate even the parent r not able to control.. but the teacher is strict and that helps to progress the class..

and many of times, especially in Dec only 5 or 6 students attendign the rest all go holiday.. my DD class only have 9 students in total..

i feel JMC can help to create interest as they learn in group, if 1to 1 it'll be quite stressful for the child..if u get what i mean

[Angelight]

Thanks for your views, micolih! But is the lesson progress in group very slow? What and how much do they learn in first term? Hope you dun mind the questions cos I have to pay and sign up soon so got to decide fast.

[micollh]

Angelight:

Thanks for your views, micolih! But is the lesson progress in group very slow? What and how much do they learn in first term? Hope you dun mind the questions cos I have to pay and sign up soon so got to decide fast.

i thk they have to cover certain topics and notes in each term as they will have performance in week 20 or 22.. i cannot recall off hand.. yes, DD is picking up pretty well. she can sings all the songs taught in class (partly cos i always practise with her at home) and the fun way in JMC, they pick up the notes. and all very easily.. i really thk it is a very good course for 4 yo.. stressless.. fun and they pick all the essential.

[Angelight]

Thanks Micolih! I will sign DD up for the course. But i find the materials quite ex though...Just materials alone cost over $100.


Any mummies here wanna sell or give away the JMC materials for 1st yr course, if you don't want anymore?

[Miss_Goldilocks]

Hi, I am also looking for JMC material for Book 2 text book. Anyone selling cheap or give away please let me know. Thank you

[Lora74]

My DS had stopped his JMC course and I got Yamaha portable keyboard, plus P1 to P4 CDs & DVDs to let go. Anyone here interested? Pls pm me.

[denbel]

Hi Lora74,


Can check what is the model of your Yamaha Keyboard?

Thanks!

[Lora74]

Hi denbel,

the model is PSR-E313, comes with stand. Have packed into box and photos at link below:
http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=29547
Thanks

[starz]

Hi

Can anyone tell me more abt the jmc test at end of book 4?
Will each of e students be performing in class in front of everyone or it’s really 1-1 examiner? The examiner will be e class teacher herself or other external parties? I m clueless abt tt n wish to find out more n wat do they test in class. Thanks.

[radiantmum]

Are you referring to FSS? During my kiddo’s time,


1. Playing - play 2 repertoire (choice of electone or piano)
2. Reading - Identify & read notes (limited to the pc played earlier)
3. Singing
4. Memory singing
5. Listening - Identify chords (only 1 series)
6. Creating - play own accompaniment/LH chords

There is no fail or pass - it is just an evaluation ie survey of skills learnt during the 1st 2 years. Results were grouped simply as good, solid and excellent.

No prior preparation required.

From FSS, Yamaha will also select potential candidates to the Yamaha JSAC auditions.

A JSAC teacher and own teacher was be present in FSS then.