<![CDATA[Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old]]>My boy is interested in the various instruments that make music and I’ve tried asking various schools.


Yamaha - the junior music course says no as he is overage by 1 mth. Their electone classes do not fit my schedule.

Music for Young Children - Visiting them later to find out but seems ex.

Cristofori - Was told they are v exam based and will rush to ensure you pass exam.

I just wanted something fun and relaxing for my kid. I dun even nd him to say I want to learn piano at the end of the lessons.

Pls advise on right place to go. He is only avail on Sun PMs.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/22507/introduction-to-music-for-5-5-yr-oldRSS for NodeThu, 07 May 2026 08:13:53 GMTWed, 25 May 2011 03:07:35 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Mon, 03 Mar 2014 04:45:20 GMT]]>Both instruments have it’s own difficulties. Piano is an easier instrument to pick up as it’s more "visual" compared to the violin. But it’s not easy to play it well, you need good techniques to have a nice tone and such must be emphasized right from the beginning. The violin is difficult to pick up but once you master good bowing techniques and finger memory of the position, the instrument is a natural singing instrument compared to the piano.


For 5-6 year old, music classes in a group setting will be more fun and encouraging for the little ones. At least a variety of musical activities can be done from singing, music & movement, playing percussion instruments, keyboard, basic theoretical skills. It is definately more age-appropriate for young children at this age to explore various activities rather than to sit or stand still for 30mins to learn an instrument. That being said, every child is different, if you feel your child has the maturity and musical aptitude to start an instrument earlier, why not?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1228605https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1228605Mon, 03 Mar 2014 04:45:20 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Sun, 03 Jul 2011 16:09:15 GMT]]>Question is does parent need to be involved? ie sit in during lesson? Yamaha make it compulsory. I thought piano is more difficult to learn beacause need to use 2 hands. So same concept as CMA, must use left and right brain.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/468019https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/468019Sun, 03 Jul 2011 16:09:15 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Sun, 03 Jul 2011 16:05:45 GMT]]>Edvox starting new class soon in July, Friday evening.

only 1 kid registered so far. You may join them. Can’t recall start what time ? Friday 5 pm, or 6 pm ? call up to check.

school fees around $330 per Term, but learn 2 instruments.

start with keyboard first. Learn half a yr to master the basics of keyboard.

half a year later, then start violin.
end of one year, child can play both instrument, simple songs.

many people say violin tougher to learn, compared to piano.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/468017https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/468017Sun, 03 Jul 2011 16:05:45 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Sun, 03 Jul 2011 14:37:13 GMT]]>

phtthp:
hi,


you may try Edvox Music school.
website:- http://www.edvox.com/

at 5 yrs old, during lessons, children get to practise learning and playing both musical instruments - keyboard and violin. The school provides you keyboard and violin to bring home, practise at home.

later when the child turn 6 yrs old, he can choose which musical instrument of preferance to specialise in.

school fees reasonable - learning both keyboard and violin.
how are the fees and class duration and class size? can pm me? TQ.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/467931https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/467931Sun, 03 Jul 2011 14:37:13 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Sun, 03 Jul 2011 14:30:50 GMT]]>any 5yo doing piano? may i know how’s the progress like? i was told that need 1yr ‘foundation’ learning before can start ‘beginner’ and another year before grade 1.

can anyone tell me too, what are expected to be covered in ‘foundation’, ‘beginner’ and ‘grade 1’? TQ!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/467929https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/467929Sun, 03 Jul 2011 14:30:50 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Sun, 05 Jun 2011 22:33:07 GMT]]>which instrument easier to learn - violin or piano ? why ?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/437794https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/437794Sun, 05 Jun 2011 22:33:07 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Sun, 05 Jun 2011 22:18:49 GMT]]>long term, which one more expensive to learn - piano or violin ?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/437792https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/437792Sun, 05 Jun 2011 22:18:49 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Sun, 05 Jun 2011 08:58:50 GMT]]>paulyn, I agree sometimes its very tiring to make the kid do MYC ‘homework’ everyday. But the peer ‘competition’ and the encouragement from teacher seems to be help most of the time.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/437639https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/437639Sun, 05 Jun 2011 08:58:50 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Sat, 04 Jun 2011 06:42:42 GMT]]>Well The brother of my friend was also wanted to learn piano and I am very happy that you have shared useful web link that will be helpful in gaining information about the Music . Thanks all of you people for your nice postings .




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]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/437110https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/437110Sat, 04 Jun 2011 06:42:42 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Fri, 03 Jun 2011 20:29:21 GMT]]>besides Edvox, anyone know where else can learn piano and violin together in groups for kindergarten kids ?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/436984https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/436984Fri, 03 Jun 2011 20:29:21 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Mon, 30 May 2011 15:54:30 GMT]]>hi,


you may try Edvox Music school.
website:- http://www.edvox.com/

at 5 yrs old, during lessons, children get to practise learning and playing both musical instruments - keyboard and violin. The school provides you keyboard and violin to bring home, practise at home.

later when the child turn 6 yrs old, he can choose which musical instrument of preferance to specialise in.

school fees reasonable - learning both keyboard and violin.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/433360https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/433360Mon, 30 May 2011 15:54:30 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Mon, 30 May 2011 15:43:46 GMT]]>Tks all. For MYC I’m concerned abt the daily practice required too. May be too tedious for my hyperactive boy. And lazy mummy.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/433347https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/433347Mon, 30 May 2011 15:43:46 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Thu, 26 May 2011 08:36:03 GMT]]>

Paulyn:
My boy is interested in the various instruments that make music and I've tried asking various schools.


Yamaha - the junior music course says no as he is overage by 1 mth. Their electone classes do not fit my schedule.

I just wanted something fun and relaxing for my kid. I dun even nd him to say I want to learn piano at the end of the lessons.

Pls advise on right place to go. He is only avail on Sun PMs.
Yamaha junior course is fun (whether relaxing or not depends on the kid). But it is playing on electone (not various instruments). Try calling other branches ... I am surprised they are so strict with \"1 mth\".

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/430872https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/430872Thu, 26 May 2011 08:36:03 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Thu, 26 May 2011 06:26:40 GMT]]>Paulyn, I agree about Music for Young Children.


Expensive, but my gal enjoy it very much. Though as parents we might find it too late (eg, they teach one note each week but this is 3 year old syllabus). They also have simple instruments (bells, tick tock, triangle) which they will let the kids play (to pre recorded music) according to beats.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/430734https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/430734Thu, 26 May 2011 06:26:40 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Introduction to Music for 5.5 yr old on Wed, 25 May 2011 03:56:54 GMT]]>I personally think Music for Young Children is what you’re looking for. Private teachers are out as you intend to "explore various instruments". Another place you can try is Staccato at Horse City (near the old Turf Club).

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/429500https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/429500Wed, 25 May 2011 03:56:54 GMT