Music Courses

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Graded Music Exams

ABRSM is a preferred examination board in TYT música. ABRSM practical exams provide a progressive system of assessments beginning with the Prep Test and moving up through 8 grades to diplomas. They are designed to motivate pupils and students at all levels by providing clear attainable goals. The 'grades' are recognised as international benchmarks and are valued by teachers and institutions all over the world. The assessment programme is flexible. ABRSM also encourages the development of theory and musicianship skills from the earliest stages of instrumental learning. As instrumental skills progress, development in music theory and musicianship becomes increasingly important in helping students to perform with sensitivity, understanding and confidence.

 

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TYT Pianistic Program

The rationale behind the course is: to prepare and equip talented students and/or students who have the desires to study performance at a higher level. Its aim is to help developing students’ practical and intellectual skills in piano performance. This program is especially for those who have the intention to study music with a view to a career as a musician, or simply to pursue higher education in a music college, conservatoire or university.

Enrolment is on the basis of audition and/or interview with the parents and students. There are three levels in TYT Pianistic Program – Novice, Expert and Elite. The course duration of each level is:

  • Novice level: 4 – 5 years
  • Expert level: 3 – 4 years
  • Elite level: 3 – 4 years


Upon successful completion of each level, students should be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the art of performance, to demonstrate practical ability in musical performance and to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the repertoire performed, at the respective level and standard.

Students who enrol in this program will receive FREE sheet music which worth more than RM300 throughout their level. Furthermore, the students will also have the opportunity to perform live in TYT Charity Concert, which is schedule in May/June and December each year.

 

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Music Performance Diplomas

The Music Performance Diplomas are available to instrumental and vocal performers. Through live and written components, you, the candidate, will be examined in your command of performance technique and interpretative skill coupled with an appropriate knowledge of the idiom and repertoire of your instrument.

The Music Performance Diplomas are designed to reflect your day-to-day experience as a performer, whether amateur or professional. Thus, the diplomas are suitable for those who are intending to pursue a career in music, or are currently working as a professional and wish to broaden your qualifications, or are purely after the satisfaction of achieving a personal goal.

There are three levels of award in Music Performance Diplomas – Associate, Licentiate and Fellowship. The Diplomas are conducted in English and are assessed wherever possible by two examiners. There are three basic components in music performance diplomas – Recital, Quick Study and Viva Voce – depending on the examination board you enroll in.

 

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Leisure Music Courses

This is a non-examination oriented program. Thus, it is "stress-free" in nature. The main objective is to offer the opportunity for any music lovers, whether young or aged, to be able to enjoy playing some music to themselves. The students have the freedom to focus on the type of music they love - classical, jazz, swing, soul, or pop. However, music theory is still a very important part of this program, and all students are encourage to learn. This course is not meant for Intermediate and/or Advanced students.

 

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Musikgarten - Children Music Program

A popular music and movement program from the United States. This music program was designed for babies, toddlers and children up-to 9 years old. In this program, the children will participate in singing at the right pitch, focused listening, simple composition or improvisation, playing songs on the keyboard using major and minor keys, drumming, dancing, ensemble playing of instruments as well as acquiring a basic understanding of melody, harmony, rhythm and form. The objective is to build a strong musical foundation for the children before they take up individual piano, violin and other instruments later on.