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Beginners to Grade 3 |
Group Lessons

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Theme’s Leisure Playing Program is a unique course designed for adults and teenagers who wish to learn the piano. This program makes piano playing more enjoyable and rewarding by using vast and popular repertoire including Christmas carols, Hollywood chart toppers across decades, movie theme songs and a lot more. By using such engaging repertoire, we move beyond the typical academic and exam-oriented approach and give students the opportunity to explore musical concepts with practical relevance. Students are also provided with ample performance opportunities to share their skill and growth, and experience collaborating with other musicians.

The pieces in this program are played with lively and carefully designed backing tracks that create an exciting and thriving classroom experience. The group learning format also contributes to peer motivation and helps students perform and explore new music together. 

Students enrol as beginners entering the program into one of the following three age levels (Entry Points). Each group batch consists of students in the same Entry Point.

Annual Concerts and quarterly recitals provide our students with a platform to perform, in front of a large audience of parents, relatives and friends, thus introducing them to the world of performance. Students are also encouraged to participate in our annual competitions and quizzes which provides them with exposure to students from across all Theme Centers nationally. Leisure Play students are considered to be a part of the contemporary music department and participate in all external venue recitals with guitar and voice students.

All students are required to complete performance objectives during their level as part of their assessments.

Entry Point 1: Ages 13 to 15 years

Entry Point 2: Ages 16 to 22 years

Entry Point 3: Ages 23 onwards

LPP LevelStarting Age/Sessions in LevelPerformance Criteria
Level 1Entry Point 1 / 44
Entry Point 2 / 44
Entry Point 3 / 44		2 Internal Recitals
1 External Recital
Auditioning for the Annual Concert
Level 2Entry Point 1 / 44
Entry Point 2 / 4
Entry Point 3 / 44		2 Internal Recitals
1 External Recital
Auditioning for the Annual Concert

All LPP lessons are one hour in duration with a maximum of 4 students in the batch. 

Each level has a certain number of buffer lessons included that enable teachers to revise concepts, cover-up missed lessons*, prepare students for recitals and examinations and allocate additional time to all students as required.

All classes consist of structured lesson plans and homework material. A weekly objective report is sent to parents/students detailing class performance and areas of improvement.

*Conditions Apply. Please refer to Rules and Regulations

**Class timings available:

Weekdays: 3 pm to 7 pm

Weekends: 11 am to 6 pm

(**Subject to slot availability, timings may vary by branch)

  1. Introduction to beat, rhythm and pitch using exciting percussive beats and singing
  2. Learning to focus on posture and agility while playing
  3. Reading music
  4. Learning to identify and play in different time signatures
  5. Exploring repertoire and decoding the creative elements and mood of pieces
  6. Learning to transpose music into different scales- by ear 
  7. Learning to improvise to a chord progression
  8. Playing with backing tracks to experience playing with a band/ ensemble 
  9. Group lessons to engage collaborative learning 
  10. Multiple performance opportunities

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]]> Advanced Guitar Program https://institute.thememusic.in/courses/advanced-guitar-program/ Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:57:35 +0000 https://thememusic.institute/?post_type=courses&p=1388 10 years onwards |
Grade 6 and above |
Group and Solo Lessons

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Advanced Guitar Classes at Theme comprises preparation towards:
1. LCM (or equivalent) practical examinations of Grades 4 and higher. 
2. Competitions, recitals or other performances that require solo guitar playing
3. Auditions for acceptance to national or international music universities or colleges

All Advanced Guitar Classes are solo lessons of 45 minutes each (1 hour in case of Grades 7 and above). Fee is charged quarterly and due to the nature of the learning involved, is open-ended. Students can choose to work towards a goal that is either time based (like an upcoming competition or recital) or skill-based (like expanding your repertoire).

Admissions into advanced lesson slots are based solely on auditions. Depending on your lesson goals, we will conduct in-person assessments to determine the correct faculty for you*. We accept all ages for advanced courses.

*Conditions Apply. Please refer to Rules and Regulations

**Class timings available:

Weekdays: 3 pm to 7 pm

Weekends: 11 am to 6 pm

(**Subject to slot availability, timings may vary by branch)

Please contact your nearest branch for further details on assessments, lessons, faculty profiles and available timings.

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]]> Advanced Piano Programs https://institute.thememusic.in/courses/advanced-piano-programs/ Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:54:45 +0000 https://thememusic.institute/?post_type=courses&p=1386 8 years onwards |
Grade 6 and above |
Group and Solo Lessons

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Advanced Piano Classes at Theme comprises preparation towards: 
1. LCM (or equivalent) practical examinations of Grades 6 and higher
2. Competitions, recitals or other performances that require solo piano playing
3. Auditions for acceptance to national or international music universities or colleges

All Advanced Piano Classes are solo lessons of 45 minutes each (1 hour in case of Grades 7 and above). Fee is charged quarterly and due to the nature of the learning involved, is open-ended. Students can choose to work towards a goal that is either time based (like an upcoming competition or recital) or skill-based (like expanding your repertoire).

Admissions into advanced lesson slots are based solely on auditions. Depending on your lesson goals, we will conduct in-person assessments to determine the correct faculty for you*. We accept all ages for advanced courses.

*Conditions Apply. Please refer to Rules and Regulations

**Class timings available:

Weekdays: 3 pm to 7 pm

Weekends: 11 am to 6 pm

(**Subject to slot availability, timings may vary by branch)

Please contact your nearest branch for further details on assessments, lessons, faculty profiles and available timings.

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]]> Violin Programs https://institute.thememusic.in/courses/violin-programs/ Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:50:24 +0000 https://thememusic.institute/?post_type=courses&p=1384 6 years onwards |
Beginners to Grade 3 |
Group and Solo Lessons

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The Theme Violin Program is geared toards beginner or intermediate level students of all ages (starting 6 years onwards) who wish to pursue studies in western classical violin. The program prepares students towards mastering basic technique, playing skills, music theory and building a basic repertoire that is suitable for their respective age and level. The objective of the program is to:
1. Prepare students towards graded violin examinations from LCM
2. Prepare students to be able to play a variety of pieces at their level

All Violin lessons are solo lessons of 45 minutes each (1 hour in case of Grades 7 and above). Fee is charged quarterly and due to the nature of the learning involved, is open ended. Students work towards both goals,as detailed above and progress at their own pace. Learning the violin typically involves a greater time and effort commitment and therefore, our violin programs are not time bound or lesson specific.

All classes consist of structured lesson plans* and homework material. A monthly report is sent to students detailing class performance and areas of improvement.

*Conditions Apply. Please refer to Rules and Regulations
**Class timings available:

Weekdays – 3 pm to 7 pm

Weekends: 11 am to 6 pm

(**Subject to slot availability, timings may vary by branch)

Please contact your nearest branch for further details on assessments, lessons, faculty profiles and available timings.

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]]> Adult Voice Programs https://institute.thememusic.in/courses/adult-voice-programs/ Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:32:39 +0000 https://thememusic.institute/?post_type=courses&p=1381 18+ years |
Beginners to Grade 2 |
Group and Solo Lessons

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Theme’s Adult Voice Program (TAVP) is a contemporary western vocals course delivered as a hybrid solo plus group voice learning program for students aged 18 and above, focussed on beginner and intermediate levels.

TAVP is a 3 level program based on the concept of performance oriented learning. Concepts and technique are taught using examples from popular music, simple yet critical exercises and listening skills, which leads to a holistic singing experience. The focus of the program is purely on singing skills that are built up gradually using relevant music from different genres.
  
Each level of the program is devised keeping in mind the London College of Music Examination/Rockschool/Trinity Rock and Pop benchmarks. Students are assessed through practical and theory examinations that they appear for at the end of each level.

Each level consists of 45 minute solo sessions OR 1 hour group sessions, progress analysis classes, recital classes , special performances and concerts and provides every student an equal opportunity to perform and get assessed at the highest international standards.

Students enrol as beginners entering the program into one of the following two age levels (Entry Points). Each group batch consists of students in the same Entry Point.

Entry Point 1: Ages 18 to 30 years

Entry Point 2: Ages 30 years +

TAVC LevelStarting Age/Sessions in LevelEquivalent LCM Examination Level
Level 1Entry Point 1 / 44
Entry Point 2 / 44		Practical – LCM Step 2
Theory – Step Theory
Level 2Entry Point 1 / 44
Entry Point 2 / 44		Practical – Grade 1
Theory – Grade 1
Level 2Entry Point 1 / 44
Entry Point 2 / 44		Practical – Grade 2
Theory – Grade 2

All TAVP lessons are a hybrid model of 3 solo lessons plus one group lesson per 4 classes. There will be a group lesson after every 3 solo lessons (or according to the level plan of the course). All solo lessons are 45 minutes and group lessons are 1 hour in duration with a maximum of 4 students in the batch. The Group classes enable ensemble playing and group learning for certain concepts. Students also prepare for performance events in a group.

Each level has a certain number of buffer lessons included that enable teachers to revise concepts, cover up missed lessons*, prepare students for recitals and examinations and allocate additional time to all students as required.

All classes consist of structured lesson plans and homework material. A monthly report is sent to students detailing class performance and areas of improvement.

*Conditions Apply. Please refer to Rules and Regulations

**Class timings available:

Weekdays – 3 pm to 7 pm

Weekends: 11 am to 6 pm

(**Subject to slot availability, timings may vary by branch

Level 1:

  1. Posture
    • Simple breathing exercises along with stretching exercises focusing towards maintaining a relaxed body posture 
  2. Breathing
    • Simple exercises to a relaxed breathing will be worked on. Focus should be geared towards developing a muscular memory during inhalation and exhalation. Introduction to Vocal support with relevant exercises and demonstration by the teacher
  3. Music Theory
    • Semibreve, Minims, crotchets, quavers and dotted Minims and dotted crotchets and crotchet rest. 
    • Notes on the Stave
    • Notes on ledger lines to a 3rd below and above
    • Introduction to clefs
  4. Solfeggio and Sight reading
    • Introduction to the first 5 notes in the scale of C Major G Major and A minor
    • Simple sight-reading pieces can be worked on to develop the first steps towards reading Music.
    • Intervals up to a Third only
  5. Rhythm
    • Introduction to Simple time signature – Simple duple and simple triple
    • Exercises on rhythm using monotone using the above-mentioned note values 
    • The use of Monotone can be used to explore rhythm and pulse.
  6. Pitching
    • Introductory lesson on pitch identification   through aural training, notes on High register, middle register and low register. 
  7. Phonation
    • With the use of open vowels, the students will be taught the use of legato singing 
    • The focus should be geared towards uniform timbre and one uniform tonal quality. The realisation of how the tongue naturally takes shape when articulating the sounding vowels should be the primary focus.
  8. Improvisation
    • Students will be made aware and taught to improvise 4 bars – 8 bars melody
    • March/ Lullaby
    • Fanfare / Moderato
  9. Repertoire Building
    • Simple pieces primarily covering up to an octave could be chosen in simple time and can be taught
    • Folk Songs and songs from other books for students repertoire
    • In addition to assessment pieces, students are encouraged to contribute to class through conversations about the kind of music they like. The program has a comprehensive supplementary music list that is constantly expanded upon and enables all students to select music they would like to learn and perform.

Level 2:

  1. Posture
    • Simple breathing exercises along with stretching exercises focusing towards maintaining a relaxed body posture 
    • The students should now understand and be able to demonstrate   the concept of Vocal support and a good posture.
  2. Vocal technique –
    • The use of Lip Roll, Vocal glide, the Yawning technique and the Open throat position, focusing on a lowered and a relaxed laryngeal position with an arched Velum should be taught. These must be demonstrated and explained with suitable exercise. Vocal support with relevant exercises and demonstration by the teacher
  3. Theory of Music
    • Revision of the previous not values attempted. Quavers and semiquavers introduced along with quaver rest
    • Introduction to Tonic Triads of C Major, G Major F Major, A minor, E minor, D minor introduced
    • Arpeggios and broken chords taught.
    • Major and Minor Scales taught
    • Intervals introduced
  4. Solfeggio and Sight Reading
    • The Sol – Fah is covered ( all seven degrees of the scale)
    • Intervals up to a 5th taught
    • Students should also be made aware of the fixed and moveable Doh 
    • Sight-reading pieces in compound time will be introduced and the difference between a Simple triple time and a compound triple explained. 
  5. Singing in Harmony
    • The concept of being able to sing a harmony line to a melody will be introduced
    • Students will be encouraged to sing a 3rd above a given melody.
  6. Rhythm
    • Introduction to Compound Time along with exercises on Simple duple and simple triple and 
    • Exercises on rhythm using monotone and then on the stave
    • Syncopation and offbeats introduced.
  7. Phonation
    • Vowel Modification from closed to open vowels taught. Focus should be towards maintaining a uniform timbre
    • Students will be introduced to blending of registers with suitable exercises
  8. Improvisation
    • The improvisation should be at least 8 bars
    • Tango/  Andante
    • Waltz / allegretto
    • Swing /  Andante
  9. Repertoire
    • Pieces should be selected keeping in mind the skills mentioned above
    • For Classical Singing, repertoire should include pieces in at least three different languages
    • For Contemporary Singing, repertoire should include three different styles 

Level 3:

  1. Posture
    • Simple breathing exercises along with stretching exercises focusing towards maintaining a relaxed body posture 
    • The students should now understand and be able to demonstrate   the concept of Vocal support and a good posture.
  2. Vocal technique
    • Gentle exercises using hums and lip trills and tongue rolls instead of straight singing
    • Introduction to Vibrato and Rubato 
    • Introduction to trills and other ornaments in music. (This aspect will be taught keeping the period and the style in which the Music has been written.
    • Interval practice – Singing larger intervals such as fifth sixths and octaves
    • Chromatic Scales – Exercise based on the same
    • Belting technique introduced exercises related to the same attempted and practiced
    • Exercises on the Passaggio will be taught and practiced.
  3. Theory of Music –
    • Introduction to Tonic Triads, 1ST Inversion and second inversion
    • Scales -D Major, B Flat Major A Major, E flat Major, B minor, G minor, E minor introduced
    • Arpeggios and broken chords taught.
    • Semiquaver and semiquaver rests
  4. Singing in Harmony-
    • Students will be taught to sing harmony using intervals of 3rd Perfect 4, Perfect 5th . Exercises for the same can be devised on a short 4 bars – 8 bars melody line
    • The Canon an imitative Musical form   can be introduced   exercises devised on the same can be attempted
  5. Sight reading
    • Sight reading exercises devised on the above-mentioned scales. 
    • Dynamics crescendo decrescendo, Rallentando and ritenuto and accelerando included.
    • Sight-reading pieces in 3/8, 6/8 time introduced. 
  6. Rhythm
    • Introduction to Compound Time along with exercises on Simple duple and simple triple and 
    • Exercises on rhythm using monotone and then on the stave.  Complex rhythm structure could be used
  7. Phonation
    • Vowel Modification from closed to open vowels taught Focus should be towards maintaining a uniform timbre
    • Students will be introduced to blending of registers with suitable exercises
  8. Improvisation
    • The improvisation should be at least 8 bars
    • Bossa Nova 
    • Calypso 
    • Baroque
    • Romantic Classical
    • Jazz
  9. Repertoire:
    • Pieces should be selected keeping in mind the skills mentioned above
    • For Classical Singing, repertoire should include pieces in at least three different languages
    • For Contemporary Singing, repertoire should include three different styles
  1. Focus on all round musical development, including repertoire work, playing technique, scales, sight-reading, aural training and music theory.
  2. Individual class plans charted out for each session. Required practice and homework are treated as an integral part of the learning system.
  3. Concepts are taught through activities and practical work that are constantly innovated upon by the faculty, ensuring an updated curriculum.
  4. Constant feedback and reporting on every student per month including objective grading as well as subjective teacher feedback. 
  5. Exclusive performance opportunities, both internal and external that culminates in an annual concert and an external annual showcase.
  6. Assessments and International Examination syllabus integrated into class plans. 
  7. A special focus on improvisation and composition.
  8. A hybrid format of learning that includes the benefits of both solo and group, including greater time flexibility, ensemble playing and building a community of people to play with. Students are of a similar age group and learning levels with a maximum student-teacher ratio of 6:1
  9. Class recitals and testing is integrated into the curriculum as part of a student’s learning goals.

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]]> Junior Voice Programs https://institute.thememusic.in/courses/junior-voice-programs/ Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:32:23 +0000 https://thememusic.institute/?post_type=courses&p=1380 8-18 years |
Beginners to Grade 2 |
Group and Solo Lessons

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Theme’s Junior Voice Program (TJVP) is a contemporary group voice learning program for students aged 8 to 13 years, focussed on beginner level western vocals students.

TJVP is a 3 level program based on the concept of performance-oriented learning. Concepts and techniques are taught using examples from popular music, simple yet critical exercises and listening skills, which leads to a holistic singing experience. The focus of the program is purely on singing skills that are built up gradually using relevant music from different genres.
 
Each level of the program is devised keeping in mind the London College of Music Examination/Rockschool/Trinity Rock and Pop benchmarks. Students are assessed through practical and theory examinations that they appear for at the end of each level.

Each level consists of 1 hour teaching sessions, progress analysis classes, recital classes, special performances and concerts and provides every student with an equal opportunity to perform and get assessed at the highest international standards.

Students enrol as beginners entering the program into one of the following two age levels (Entry Points). Each group batch consists of students at the same Entry Point.

Entry Point 1: Ages 8 to 10 years

Entry Point 2: Ages 10 to 13 years

TJGC LevelStarting Age/Sessions in LevelEquivalent LCM Examination Level
Level 1Entry Point 1 / 44
Entry Point 2 / 44		Practical – LCM Step 2
Theory – Step Theory
Level 2Entry Point 1 / 44
Entry Point 2 / 44		Practical – Grade 1
Theory – Grade 1
Level 3Entry Point 1 / 44
Entry Point 2 / 44		Practical – Grade 2
Theory – Grade 2

All TJVP lessons are one hour in duration with a maximum of 6 students in the batch. 

Each level has a certain number of buffer lessons included that enable teachers to revise concepts, cover-up missed lessons*, prepare students for recitals and examinations and allocate additional time to all students as required.

All classes consist of structured lesson plans and homework material. A monthly objective report is sent to parents/students detailing class performance and areas of improvement.

Class timings available**:

Weekdays: 3 pm to 7 pm

Weekends: 11 am to 6 pm

(**Subject to slot availability, timings may vary by branch)

Level 1:

  1. Posture:
    • Simple breathing exercises along with stretching exercises focusing towards maintaining a relaxed body posture 
  2. Breathing:
    • Simple exercises to a relaxed breathing will be worked on. Focus should be geared towards developing a muscular memory during inhalation and exhalation. Introduction to Vocal support with relevant exercises and demonstration by the teacher
  3. Music Theory:
    • Semibreve, Minims, crotchets, quavers and dotted Minims and dotted crotchets and crotchet rest. 
    • Notes on the Stave
    • Notes on ledger lines to a 3rd below and above
    • Introduction to clefs
  4. Solfeggio and Sight reading:
    • Introduction to the first 5 notes in the scale of C Major G Major and A minor
    • Simple sight-reading pieces can be worked on to develop the first steps towards reading Music.
    • Intervals up to a Third only
  5. Rhythm:
    • Introduction to Simple time signature – Simple duple and simple triple
    • Exercises on rhythm using monotone using the above-mentioned note values 
    • The use of Monotone can be used to explore rhythm and pulse.
  6. Pitching:
    • Introductory lesson on pitch identification through aural training, notes on High register, middle register and low register. 
  7. Phonation:
    • With the use of open vowels, the students will be taught the use of legato singing 
    • The focus should be geared towards uniform timbre and one uniform tonal quality. The realisation of how the tongue naturally takes shape when articulating the sounding vowels should be the primary focus.
  8. Improvisation:
    • Students will be made aware and taught to improvise 4 bars – 8 bars melody
    • March/ Lullaby
    • Fanfare / Moderato
  9. Repertoire Building:
    • Simple pieces primarily covering up to an octave could be chosen in simple time and can be taught
    • Folk Songs and songs from other books for students repertoire
    • In addition to assessment pieces, students are encouraged to contribute to class through conversations about the kind of music they like. The program has a comprehensive supplementary music list that is constantly expanded upon and enables all students to select music they would like to learn and perform.

Level 2:

  1. Posture:
    • Simple breathing exercises along with stretching exercises focusing towards maintaining a relaxed body posture 
    • The students should now understand and be able to demonstrate   the concept of Vocal support and a good posture.
  2. Vocal Technique:
    • The use of Lip Roll, Vocal glide, the Yawning technique and the Open throat position, focusing on a lowered and a relaxed laryngeal position with an arched Velum should be taught. These must be demonstrated and explained with suitable exercise. Vocal support with relevant exercises and demonstration by the teacher
  3. Theory of Music:
    • Revision of the previous not values attempted. Quavers and semiquavers introduced along with quaver rest
    • Introduction to Tonic Triads of C Major, G Major F Major, A minor, E minor, D minor introduced
    • Arpeggios and broken chords taught.
    • Major and Minor Scales taught
    • Intervals introduced
  4. Solfeggio and Sight Reading:
    • The Sol – Fah is covered ( all seven degrees of the scale)
    • Intervals up to a 5th taught
    • Students should also be made aware of the fixed and moveable Doh 
    • Sight-reading pieces in compound time will be introduced and the difference between a Simple triple time and a compound triple explained. 
  5. Singing in Harmony:
    • The concept of being able to sing a harmony line to a melody will be introduced
    • Students will be encouraged to sing a 3rd above a given melody.
  6. Rhythm:
    • Introduction to Compound Time along with exercises on Simple duple and simple triple and 
    • Exercises on rhythm using monotone and then on the stave
    • Syncopation and offbeats introduced.
  7. Phonation:
    • Vowel Modification from closed to open vowels taught. Focus should be towards maintaining a uniform timbre
    • Students will be introduced to blending of registers with suitable exercises
  8. Improvisation:
    • The improvisation should be at least 8 bars
    • Tango /  Andante
    • Waltz / Allegretto
    • Swing /  Andante
  9. Repertoire:
    • Pieces should be selected keeping in mind the skills mentioned above
    • For Classical Singing, repertoire should include pieces in at least three different languages
    • For Contemporary Singing, repertoire should include three different styles 

Level 3:

  1. Posture:
    • Simple breathing exercises along with stretching exercises focusing towards maintaining a relaxed body posture 
    • The students should now understand and be able to demonstrate   the concept of Vocal support and a good posture.
  2. Vocal Technique:
    • Gentle exercises using hums and lip trills and tongue rolls instead of straight singing
    • Introduction to Vibrato and Rubato 
    • Introduction to trills and other ornaments in music. (This aspect will be taught keeping the period and the style in which the Music has been written.
    • Interval practice – Singing larger intervals such as fifth sixths and octaves
    • Chromatic Scales – Exercise based on the same
    • Belting technique introduced exercises related to the same attempted and practised
    • Exercises on the Passaggio will be taught and practised.
  3. Theory of Music:
    • Introduction to Tonic Triads, 1ST Inversion and second inversion
    • Scales -D Major, B Flat Major A Major, E flat Major, B minor, G minor, E minor introduced
    • Arpeggios and broken chords taught.
    • Semiquaver and semiquaver rests
  4. Singing in Harmony:
    • Students will be taught to sing harmony using intervals of 3rd Perfect 4, Perfect 5th. Exercises for the same can be devised on a short 4 bars – 8 bars melody line
    • The Canon an imitative Musical form   can be introduced   exercises devised on the same can be attempted
  5. Sight-reading:
    • Sight-reading exercises devised on the above-mentioned scales. 
    • Dynamics crescendo decrescendo, Rallentando and ritenuto and accelerando included.
    • Sight-reading pieces in 3/8, 6/8 time introduced. 
  6. Rhythm:
    • Introduction to Compound Time along with exercises on Simple duple and simple triple and 
    • Exercises on rhythm using monotone and then on the stave.  Complex rhythm structure could be used
  7. Phonation:
    • Vowel Modification from closed to open vowels taught Focus should be towards maintaining a uniform timbre
    • Students will be introduced to blending of registers with suitable exercises
  8. Improvisation:
    • The improvisation should be at least 8 bars
    • Bossa Nova 
    • Calypso 
    • Baroque
    • Romantic Classical
    • Jazz
  9. Repertoire:
    • Pieces should be selected keeping in mind the skills mentioned above
    • For Classical Singing, repertoire should include pieces in at least three different languages
    • For Contemporary Singing, repertoire should include three different styles

Join Us now

Fill in your details and we will get in touch with you with all information about our programs

First Name*
Last Name*
Email*
Contact Number*
Date of Birth*
Address*
Postal / Zip Code*
Interested in?*

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]]> Beginner Adult Guitar Program https://institute.thememusic.in/courses/beginner-adult-guitar-program/ Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:09:49 +0000 https://thememusic.institute/?post_type=courses&p=1374 18+ years |
Beginners to Grade 1 |
Group and Solo Lessons

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Theme’s Adult Beginner Guitar Course (TAGC) is a revolutionary hybrid solo plus group piano learning program for students aged 18 and above, focussed on beginner and intermediate levels.

TAGC is a 2 level program built around the concept of preparing students towards independent playing, reading and performance, constructing a strong repertoire across various genres of music, inculcating skills that prepare students to be able to play music that they enjoy. The objective of the course is to enable students to learn the piano formally and gain performance expertise alongside assessments. Each level of the program is devised keeping in mind the London College of Music Examination benchmarks.

Each level consists of 45 minute solo sessions plus 1 hour group sessions, progress analysis classes, recital classes, special performances and concerts and provides every student an equal opportunity to perform and get assessed at the highest international standards.

Students enrol as beginners entering the program into one of the following levels. Each batch consists of students of a similar age and playing level. Students can opt to appear for LCM examinations or internal assessments if they wish to not pursue examinations.

TAGC LevelSessions in LevelEquivalent LCM Examination/Internal Assessment Level
Level 145 (35 solo lessons + up to 10 group lessons)Practical – Step 2 
Level 245 (35 solo lessons + up to 10 group lessons)Practical – Grade 1
Theory – Step Theory

All TAGC lessons are a hybrid model of 3 solo lessons plus one group lesson per 4 classes. There will be a group lesson after every 3 solo lessons (or according to the level plan of the course). All solo lessons are 45 minutes and group lessons are 1 hour in duration with a maximum of 4 students in the batch. The Group classes enable ensemble playing and group learning for certain concepts. Students also prepare for performance events in a group.

Each level has a certain number of buffer lessons included that enable teachers to revise concepts, cover-up missed lessons*, prepare students for recitals and examinations and allocate additional time to all students as required.

All classes consist of structured lesson plans and homework material. A monthly report is sent to students detailing class performance and areas of improvement.

*Conditions Apply. Please refer to Rules and Regulations

**Class timings available:

Weekdays: 3 pm to 7 pm

Weekends: 11 am to 6 pm

(**Subject to slot availability, timings may vary by branch)

Level 1:

LCM Examination Level Practical – Pre Preparatory Guitar

  1. Technique:
    • Proper Handling of Instrument
    • Left and Right-Hand Positions
    • Pivot Exercises, Chromatic Exercises
    • Down Picking, Alternate Picking
  2. Chords:
    • Majors, Minors
    • Open Chords, Barre Chords
  3. Scales and Arpeggios:
    • One octave open and closed positions
  4. Repertoire:
    • Popular and Folk Songs with Backing Tracks
    • Assessment Pieces
    • Playing Exercises
    • Rhythm Studies
  5. Types of Notes and Rests
  6. Time Signatures
  7. Reading Tablature and Introduction to Staff:
    • Introduction to Accidentals
  8. Introduction to Dynamics and Articulation
  9. Introduction to Composition:
    • Composing an 8 bar piece with backing tracks
  10. Fretboard Knowledge
  11. Basic Guitar Tuning Technique
  12. Sight Reading of Tablature
  13. Aural training:
    • Pitch and Rhythm based exercises

Level 2:

LCM Examination Level Practical – Grade 1

  1. Technique:
    • Alternate Picking
    • Hammer-On, Pull Off
    • Introduction to Fingerstyle
    • String and Palm Muting
  2. Chords:
    • Dominant 7th Open Chords
    • Power Chords
    • Introduction to Accompaniment
  3. Scales and Arpeggios:
    • Complete Majors and Minors
    • Introduction to Pentatonics
  4. Time Signatures:
    • Introduction to Incomplete Bars
  5. Eighth Notes and Rests
  6. Dynamics and Articulation
  7. Note Reading (Tablature and Staff):
    • All Types of Accidentals
  8. Extended Fretboard Knowledge
  9. Introduction of Rhythm Styles:
    • Straight vs Swing Rhythms
  10. Introduction to Improvisation:
    • Improvisation over basic chord changes
  11. Sight Reading of Tablature
  12. Continuation of Aural training
  13. Basic Musical Markings
  1. Focus on all round musical development, including repertoire work, playing technique, scales, sight-reading, aural training and music theory.
  2. Individual class plans charted out for each session. Required practice and homework are treated as an integral part of the learning system.
  3. Concepts are taught through activities and practical work that are constantly innovated upon by the faculty, ensuring an updated curriculum.
  4. Constant feedback and reporting on every student per month including objective grading as well as subjective teacher feedback. 
  5. Exclusive performance opportunities, both internal and external that culminates in an annual concert and an external annual showcase.
  6. Assessments and International Examination syllabus integrated into class plans. 
  7. A special focus on improvisation and composition.
  8. A hybrid format of learning that includes the benefits of both solo and group, including greater time flexibility, ensemble playing and building a community of people to play with. Students are of a similar age group and learning levels with a maximum student-teacher ratio of 4:1
  9. Class recitals and testing is integrated into the curriculum as part of a student’s learning goals.

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]]> Intermediate Guitar Program https://institute.thememusic.in/courses/intermediate-guitar-program/ Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:09:23 +0000 https://thememusic.institute/?post_type=courses&p=1372 8-18 years |
Grade 2 to Grade 3 |
Group and Solo Lessons

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Introduction

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Theme’s Intermediate Guitar Course (TIGC) is a revolutionary hybrid solo plus group guitar learning program for students of all ages. This program allows students that have either qualified through the Junior Guitar Program or can demonstrate sufficient understanding and playing skills to enrol in the intermediate program. Students pick between the acoustic steel string and electric guitar to study further.

TIGC is a 2 level program built around the concept of preparing students towards independent playing, reading and performance, constructing a strong repertoire across various genres of music, inculcating skills that prepare students to be able to play music that they enjoy. The objective of the course is to enable students to learn either acoustic or electric guitar formally and gain performance expertise alongside assessments. Each level of the program is devised keeping in mind the London College of Music Examination benchmarks.

Each level consists of 45 minute solo sessions plus 1 hour group sessions, progress analysis classes, recital classes, special performances and concerts and provides every student with an equal opportunity to perform and get assessed at the highest international standards.

Students enter the program into one of the following levels. Group classes consist of students of a similar age and playing level. Students can opt to appear for LCM examinations or internal assessments if they wish to not pursue examinations. Students will appear for LCM examinations for Acoustic Guitar and LCM or Rockschool for Electric Guitar.

TIGC LevelSessions in LevelEquivalent LCM or Rockschool Examination/Internal Assessment Level
Level 145 (35 solo lessons + up to 10 group lessons)Practical – Grade 2
Theory – Grade 2
Level 245 (35 solo lessons + up to 10 group lessons)Practical – Grade 3
Theory – Grade 3

All TIGC lessons are a hybrid model of 3 solo lessons plus one group lesson per 4 classes. There will be a group lesson after every 3 solo lessons (or according to the level plan of the course). All solo lessons are 45 minutes and group lessons are 1 hour in duration with a maximum of 4 students in the batch. The Group classes enable ensemble playing and group learning for certain concepts. Students also prepare for performance events in a group.

Each level has a certain number of buffer lessons included that enable teachers to revise concepts, cover-up missed lessons*, prepare students for recitals and examinations and allocate additional time to all students as required.

All classes consist of structured lesson plans and homework material. A monthly report is sent to students detailing class performance and areas of improvement.

*Conditions Apply. Please refer to Rules and Regulations

**Class timings available:

Weekdays: 3 pm to 7 pm

Weekends: 11 am to 6 pm

(**Subject to slot availability, timings may vary by branch)

  1. Focus on all round musical development, including repertoire work, playing technique, scales, sight-reading, aural training and music theory.
  2. Individual class plans charted out for each session. Required practice and homework are treated as an integral part of the learning system.
  3. Concepts are taught through activities and practical work that are constantly innovated upon by the faculty, ensuring an updated curriculum.
  4. Constant feedback and reporting on every student per month including objective grading as well as subjective teacher feedback. 
  5. Exclusive performance opportunities, both internal and external that culminates in an annual concert and an external annual showcase.
  6. Assessments and International Examination syllabus integrated into class plans. 
  7. A special focus on improvisation and composition.
  8. A hybrid format of learning that includes the benefits of both solo and group, including greater time flexibility, ensemble playing and building a community of people to play with. Students are of a similar age group and learning levels with a maximum student-teacher ratio of 4:1
  9. Class recitals and testing is integrated into the curriculum as part of a student’s learning goals.

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Fill in your details and we will get in touch with you with all information about our programs

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Last Name*
Email*
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Date of Birth*
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]]> Junior Guitar Program https://institute.thememusic.in/courses/junior-guitar-program/ Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:09:02 +0000 https://thememusic.institute/?post_type=courses&p=1371 8-15 years |
Beginners to Grade 1 |
Group and Solo Lessons

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Theme’s Junior Guitar Course (TJGC) is a contemporary group guitar learning program for students aged 8 to 13 years, focussed on beginner and intermediate students.

TJGC is a 2 level program based on the concept of performance-oriented learning. Concepts and techniques are taught using examples from popular music, simple yet critical exercises and listening skills, which leads to a holistic guitar playing experience. The focus of the program is purely on playing skills that are built up gradually using relevant music from different genres, utilizing composition and improvisation as essential focus areas from the start.  

Each level of the program is devised keeping in mind the London College of Music Examination/Rockschool/Trinity Rock and Pop benchmarks. Students are assessed through practical and theory examinations that they appear for at the end of each level.

Each level consists of 1-hour teaching sessions, progress analysis classes, recital classes, special performances and concerts and provides every student with an equal opportunity to perform and get assessed at the highest international standards.

Students enrol as beginners entering the program into one of the following three age levels (Entry Points). Each group batch consists of students in the same Entry Point.

Entry Point 1: Ages 8 to 10 years

Entry Point 2: Ages 10 to 13 years

TIGC LevelStarting Age/Sessions in LevelEquivalent LCM Examination Level
Level 1Entry Point 1 / 44
Entry Point 2 / 44		Practical – Step 2
Level 2Entry Point 1 / 44
Entry Point 2 / 44		Practical – Grade 1
Theory – Step Theory

All TJGC lessons are one hour in duration with a maximum of 4 students in the batch. 

Each level has a certain number of buffer lessons included that enable teachers to revise concepts, cover-up missed lessons*, prepare students for recitals and examinations and allocate additional time to all students as required.

All classes consist of structured lesson plans and homework material. A monthly objective report is sent to parents/students detailing class performance and areas of improvement.

Class timings available**:

Weekdays: 3 pm to 7 pm

Weekends: 11 am to 6 pm

(**Subject to slot availability, timings may vary by branch)

Level 1:

LCM Examination Level Practical – Pre Preparatory Guitar

  1. Technique:
    • Proper Handling of Instrument
    • Left and Right-Hand Positions
    • Pivot Exercises, Chromatic Exercises
    • Down Picking, Alternate Picking
  2. Chords:
    • Majors, Minors
    • Open Chords, Barre Chords
  3. Scales and Arpeggios:
    • One octave open and closed positions
  4. Repertoire:
    • Popular and Folk Songs with Backing Tracks
    • Assessment Pieces
    • Playing Exercises
    • Rhythm Studies
  5. Types of Notes and Rests
  6. Time Signatures
  7. Reading Tablature and Introduction to Staff:
    • Introduction to Accidentals
  8. Introduction to Dynamics and Articulation
  9. Introduction to Composition:
    • Composing an 8 bar piece with backing tracks
  10. Fretboard Knowledge
  11. Basic Guitar Tuning Technique
  12. Sight Reading of Tablature
  13. Aural training:
    • Pitch and Rhythm based exercises

Level 2:

LCM Examination Level Practical – Grade 1

  1. Technique:
    • Alternate Picking
    • Hammer-On, Pull Off
    • Introduction to Fingerstyle
    • String and Palm Muting
  2. Chords:
    • Dominant 7th Open Chords
    • Power Chords
    • Introduction to Accompaniment
  3. Scales and Arpeggios:
    • Complete Majors and Minors
    • Introduction to Pentatonics
  4. Time Signatures:
    • Introduction to Incomplete Bars
  5. Eighth Notes and Rests
  6. Dynamics and Articulation
  7. Note Reading (Tablature and Staff):
    • All Types of Accidentals
  8. Extended Fretboard Knowledge
  9. Introduction of Rhythm Styles:
    • Straight vs Swing Rhythms
  10. Introduction to Improvisation:
    • Improvisation over basic chord changes
  11. Sight Reading of Tablature
  12. Continuation of aural training
  13. Basic Musical Markings
  1. Focus on all round musical development, including repertoire work, playing technique, scales, sight reading, aural training and music theory.
  2. Individual class plans charted out for each session. Required practice and homework are treated as an integral part of the learning system.
  3. Concepts are taught through activities and practical work that are constantly innovated upon by the faculty, ensuring an updated curriculum.
  4. Constant feedback and reporting on every student for each session including objective grading as well as subjective teacher feedback. 
  5. Assessments and International Examination syllabus integrated into class plans. 
  6. Focus on using technology as a teaching aid for multiple sections, including repertoire, sight-reading and aural training.
  7. A group ensemble method of learning where all students are of the same age group and learning levels with a student-teacher ratio of 4:1.
  8. Class recitals and testing is integrated into the curriculum as part of a student’s learning goals.

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Last Name*
Email*
Contact Number*
Date of Birth*
Address*
Postal / Zip Code*
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]]> Beginner Adult Piano Program https://institute.thememusic.in/courses/beginner-adult-piano-program/ Thu, 27 Oct 2022 03:50:23 +0000 https://thememusic.institute/?post_type=courses&p=1368 18 years onwards |
Beginners to Grade 3 |
Group and Solo Lessons

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Theme’s Adult Beginner Course (TAPC) is a revolutionary hybrid solo plus group piano learning program for students aged 18 and above, focussed on beginner and intermediate levels.

TAPC is a 4 level program built around the concept of preparing students towards independent playing, reading and performance, constructing a strong repertoire across various genres of music, inculcating skills that prepare students to be able to play the music that they enjoy. The objective of the course is to enable students to learn the piano formally and gain performance expertise alongside assessments. Each level of the program is devised keeping in mind the London College of Music Examination benchmarks.

Each level consists of 45-minute solo sessions plus 1-hour group sessions, progress analysis classes, recital classes, special performances and concerts and provides every student with an equal opportunity to perform and get assessed at the highest international standards.

Students enrol as beginners entering the program into one of the following levels. Each batch consists of students of a similar age and playing level. Students can opt to appear for LCM examinations or internal assessments if they wish to not pursue examinations.

TIGC LevelSessions in LevelEquivalent LCM Examination/Internal Assessment Level
Level 145 (35 solo lessons + up to 10 group lessons)Practical – Step 2 
Theory – Step Theory
Level 245 (35 solo lessons + up to 10 group lessons)Practical – Grade 1
Theory – Grade 1
Level 345 (35 solo lessons + up to 10 group lessons)Practical – Grade 2
Theory – Grade 2
Level 445 (35 solo lessons + up to 10 group lessons)Practical – Grade 3
Theory – Grade 3

All TAPC lessons are a hybrid model of 3 solo lessons plus one group lesson per 4 classes. There will be a group lesson after every 3 solo lessons (or according to the level plan of the course). All solo lessons are 45 minutes and group lessons are 1 hour in duration with a maximum of 6 students in the batch. The Group classes enable ensemble playing and group learning for certain concepts. Students also prepare for performance events in a group.

Each level has a certain number of buffer lessons included that enable teachers to revise concepts, cover-up missed lessons*, prepare students for recitals and examinations and allocate additional time to all students as required.

All classes consist of structured lesson plans and homework material. A monthly report is sent to students detailing class performance and areas of improvement.

*Conditions Apply. Please refer to Rules and Regulations

**Class timings available:

Weekdays: 3 pm to 7 pm

Weekends: 11 am to 6 pm

(**Subject to slot availability, timings may vary by branch)

Level 1:

  1. Introduction to the Piano:
    • Getting to know the instrument: Piano Keys, Layout, Parts & Pedals
    • Difference between Piano & Keyboard Playing
    • Touch-Response & Key Action
    • Correct Playing Posture
    • Finger Exercises
  2. Staff Notations:
    • Note Values
    • Rest Values
    • Middle C
  3. Time signatures:
    • 4/4, 3/4, 
  4. First 5 notes on Treble Clef & Bass Clef:
    • Exercises – Left & Right Hand Separate, Reading & Playing
  5. Sight Reading:
    • Short-cuts to remember the notes on lines & spaces
    • Worksheets to spot notes & play on the piano
  6. Intervals:
    • 2nds, 3rds, 4ths & 5ths 
    • Tied Notes & Slurs
  7. Scales:
    • How to Play and Practice Scales
    • C major, G major, F major  – 2 Octaves – Hands separate + Together
    • Sharps, Flats & Naturals
  8. Quavers, Dotted Crotchets
  9. Western Classical and Modern Repertoire
  10. Supporting Theory
  11. Study about Composers & their Compositions 

The TYAC Level 1 curriculum covers all the concepts and content required for the repertoire & technical requirement of the London College of Music Examinations – Step 2 Piano Level. It also covers the theoretical concepts and exercise work required at the London College of Music Examinations – Step Theory Level.

Level 2:

  1. Introduction to Sharps, Flats & Naturals:
    • E sharp, B sharp, C flat, F flat
    • Sign behaviours within a bar
  2. New Time Signatures:
    • 2/4, 2/2
  3. Minor Scales & types:
    • Natural, Harmonic & Melodic
  4. Major Scales – Minor Scale Key relation:
    • C, G, F, D, B flat
  5. Chords:
    • Primary chords
    • Derive minor chords from major chords
    • Exercises to improve Finger Independence
  6. Arpeggios & Broken Chords
  7. Intervals 1 to 5 including Minors
  8. Western Classical Composers & Compositions
  9. Chord Inversions
  10. Sight Reading:
    • Upper & Lower Staff
    • Each Exam piece for 3-4 classes, at least 6 to be completed from the LCM Handbook
  11. Practice sheets signed by parents monitoring the hours of practice

Level 3:

  1. New Time Signatures:
    • 6/8
    • Secondary Chords
  2. Intervals:
    • Maj 6, Octave
  3. New Scales:
    • C, G, F, D, B flat, E flat, A
    • Am, Em, Dm, Gm, Cm
    • Scale Technique
    • Introduction to Chord Progressions
    • I-IV-VI-V in the key of C
    • I-VI-IV-V in the key of C
  4. Accompaniment Patterns:
    • Learn to accompany your favourite songs
  5. Learn to pedal the right way:
    • Exercises to work on Pedal movements
    • Music Listening & Appreciation
  6. Preparation to play in front of the Audience:
    • Playing for the class on the Teacher’s piano

Level 4:

  1. Circle of Fifths:
    • Relationship between All Major Scales & Minor Scales
    • Evolution of Piano
    • Videos & Materials 
    • Basic Transposition
    • Transpose the first few bars of an exam piece to the next easiest key 
  2. Pedal Exercises
  3. Interval training up to an Octave:
    • Major & Minor intervals except diminished 5
  4. Exercises to strengthen 4th & 5th fingers:
    • Custom exercises plus exercises from Schmitt 5 Finger Exercises
  5. New Scales:
    • E major, B minor, F# minor , C minor
  6. Pentatonic Scales
  7. Dominant 7th and Maj 7th chords:
    • Backing track alternating Dominant 7th and Major 7th chords
    • More Insights to Live Playing
  8. Western Classical/Modern Repertoire:
    • Popular classical and contemporary pieces developing a repertoire
    • 6 pieces to be covered from the  LCM Grade 3 Practical Handbook
  1. Focus on all round musical development, including repertoire work, playing technique, scales, sight-reading, aural training and music theory.
  2. Individual class plans charted out for each session. Required practice and homework are treated as an integral part of the learning system.
  3. Concepts are taught through activities and practical work that are constantly innovated upon by the faculty, ensuring updated curriculum.
  4. Constant feedback and reporting on every student per month including objective grading as well as subjective teacher feedback. 
  5. Exclusive performance opportunities, both internal and external that culminates in an annual concert and an external annual showcase.
  6. Assessments and International Examination syllabus integrated into class plans. 
  7. A special focus on improvisation and composition.
  8. A hybrid format of learning that includes the benefits of both solo and group, including greater time flexibility, ensemble playing and building a community of people to play with. Students are of a similar age group and learning levels with a maximum student-teacher ratio of 6:1
  9. Class recitals and testing is integrated into the curriculum as part of a student’s learning goals.

Join Us now

Fill in your details and we will get in touch with you with all information about our programs

First Name*
Last Name*
Email*
Contact Number*
Date of Birth*
Address*
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