WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO
BRING A CHILD TO MUSIC?
Between the ages of 3 and 8 the major
development of the ear occurs. This is also the
age when a child is eager and receptive to
learning through imitation and participation.
Years of experience have proven that the prime
time for tuning the ear to the understanding
and lifelong enjoyment of music is during these
early years. Through our programs the young
child learns all the principles of music - relative
pitch, notation, melody, harmony, and rhythm -
all in an atmosphere that is nurturing,
rewarding, and fun.
BRING A CHILD TO MUSIC?
Between the ages of 3 and 8 the major
development of the ear occurs. This is also the
age when a child is eager and receptive to
learning through imitation and participation.
Years of experience have proven that the prime
time for tuning the ear to the understanding
and lifelong enjoyment of music is during these
early years. Through our programs the young
child learns all the principles of music - relative
pitch, notation, melody, harmony, and rhythm -
all in an atmosphere that is nurturing,
rewarding, and fun.
HOW DID THE YAMAHA MUSIC
EDUCATION SYSTEM BEGIN?
The Yamaha courses began in the mid-1950s
in Japan under the direction of Mr. Gen’ichi
Kawakami, the president of Nippon-Gakki
Company, Ltd. (now called Yamaha
Corporation). Mr. Kawakami believed his
company was responsible not only for making a
quality product, but also for teaching customers
how to use the product. Consequently, he
established the non-profit Yamaha Music
Foundation (YMF) in 1966 for the purpose of
developing and promoting music education and
music popularization activities internationally.
YMF guides the development of the Yamaha
Music Education System in 41 countries.
EDUCATION SYSTEM BEGIN?
The Yamaha courses began in the mid-1950s
in Japan under the direction of Mr. Gen’ichi
Kawakami, the president of Nippon-Gakki
Company, Ltd. (now called Yamaha
Corporation). Mr. Kawakami believed his
company was responsible not only for making a
quality product, but also for teaching customers
how to use the product. Consequently, he
established the non-profit Yamaha Music
Foundation (YMF) in 1966 for the purpose of
developing and promoting music education and
music popularization activities internationally.
YMF guides the development of the Yamaha
Music Education System in 41 countries.
WHY IS MUSIC IMPORTANT?
Music helps children physically, mentally,
socially, and emotionally. Yamaha establishes
the environments, through music, to expand
your child's natural abilities. Through musical
games, singing, and playing, your child enters a
new world of enchantment.
Music helps children physically, mentally,
socially, and emotionally. Yamaha establishes
the environments, through music, to expand
your child's natural abilities. Through musical
games, singing, and playing, your child enters a
new world of enchantment.
WHO TEACHES YOUR CHILD?
Our classes are taught by teachers who are
college graduates in music. They are
energetic, well qualified musicians, screened
through interviews and testing, then trained by
Yamaha's educational staff. You will find our
teachers to be warm, bright, enthusiastic, and
eager to work with young children and their
parents. Click here to meet our teachers!
Our classes are taught by teachers who are
college graduates in music. They are
energetic, well qualified musicians, screened
through interviews and testing, then trained by
Yamaha's educational staff. You will find our
teachers to be warm, bright, enthusiastic, and
eager to work with young children and their
parents. Click here to meet our teachers!
HOW ARE YOU INVOLVED?
In our group lessons a close partnership
between parent, child, and teacher develops.
Together we explore the world of music in class
so that you and your child can continue this
adventure at home. Our homework
assignments strengthen concepts and skills
that have been taught in class.
In our group lessons a close partnership
between parent, child, and teacher develops.
Together we explore the world of music in class
so that you and your child can continue this
adventure at home. Our homework
assignments strengthen concepts and skills
that have been taught in class.
HOW DO WE GO ABOUT IT?
Through the ear, the voice, the fingers, and the
mind, music becomes part of the real world of
each child. We provide the necessary tools,
guidance, and support to encourage you and
your child to form a learning partnership where
natural musical abilities can flourish, where
children can be creative, and where the solid
foundation for a lifetime with music is built.
The time to begin is while the child's ear is
receptive to the sounds which make up music.
Creative teachers, using the guidelines and
techniques developed over the years by
Yamaha, can give your child the right start in
music through our music fundamentals course.
Through the ear, the voice, the fingers, and the
mind, music becomes part of the real world of
each child. We provide the necessary tools,
guidance, and support to encourage you and
your child to form a learning partnership where
natural musical abilities can flourish, where
children can be creative, and where the solid
foundation for a lifetime with music is built.
The time to begin is while the child's ear is
receptive to the sounds which make up music.
Creative teachers, using the guidelines and
techniques developed over the years by
Yamaha, can give your child the right start in
music through our music fundamentals course.
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| WHEATON YAMAHA MUSIC SCHOOL |
| 935 W. Liberty Drive * Wheaton, Illinois 60187 * 630-682-1334 |
WHAT PARENTS & STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT OUR SCHOOL.
My son recently enrolled in Musicland and Primary I piano course. As a full-time working mom, I truly
enjoy this special hour with my son as we both learn about the piano, music and singing happy songs.
We sing the songs all the time – at home, in the car, wherever we can – our favorite is ‘Hello, Hello,
Hello’. My 2-year old also sings along with us!
During work, I constantly sing/hum to ‘Hello, Hello, Hello’, and I find myself becoming much more calm
and relaxed, even during the most stressful and busy moments.
I am truly grateful and appreciative of WYMS for fostering such a wonderful environment for teaching
music.
Sincerely,
Nadia Othman, mother to Nabil, 5 years old
My daughter Sarah started taking music lessons at Yamaha before she began kindergarten, and has been studying there ever since. Today, as a high school junior, she has a great foundation in theory and technique, and is starting to place in competitions. Everyone at Yamaha has always gone "above and beyond" to do what was good for Sarah and her musical development. Besides her lessons, her teachers have presented many and varied opportunities for musical enrichment. These have included concert attendance, places to perform, scholarship contests, and even a chance to play and compare piano and harpsichord. I strongly recommend Wheaton Yamaha to any parent. -Cheri Chaney I have gone to the Wheaton Yamaha Music School since before kindergarten. I took Primaries 1-4, and then was the first ever private student. They have taught me everything I know about music, piano playing, and technique. My background in music theory is solid, and my playing is now helping me place in talent shows, and scholarship competitions. I have attended music summer camps several times, and applied to Interlochen (one of the country’s most prestigious music schools) for this summer. The teachers at Yamaha are wonderful (and I’ve taken lessons from most of them!). I have learned a lot, and wouldn’t want to take music anywhere else. - Sarah Chaney |
I highly recommend Wheaton Yamaha Music School. My son has been taking lessons there for over
seven years. He really likes going to his lessons. He has an excellent relationship with his teacher, who is
very pleasant to deal with, is supportive of my son, treats him with respect, and takes great pleasure in
his progress. There are lots of good performers, but few good teachers. The teachers at Wheaton
Yamaha Music School are good performers and good teachers.
Thanks
Randy
I just wanted to share my experience about Jasmine and "piano class." Last summer we took her to a very nice music/piano teacher who teaches the traditional way. The man who tunes our piano recommended her very highly. She also happens to be a Kindergarten teacher. So for 5 weeks over the summer we signed Jasmine up for piano lessons. I don't believe every form of education has to be entertaining. But it does need to engage the student to want to learn. She was so bored with the traditional method, and I felt like all the work was for me at home to repeat over and over what she learned. I asked Jasmine if she wanted to go back to Yamaha, without hesitation is was a "yes." We are still getting into a routine of homework, but when we put the CD or DVD on, she's dancing, singing, and fingering like on a keyboard. All done with a smile, and no prompting from me. I love the fact that Yamaha engages the child with singing, dance, and ear training. It seems to be a more well rounded way to learn how to play piano, then just reading notes on a page, and pounding a key. We hope to be able to give both of our children this wonderful gift of music. p.s. I also love how the teachers refer to the kids as musicians, its inspiring. Thank You Shilpa Grinnell |