An Early Start:
The programs at the Center for Young Musicians utilize an early start with the Early Childhood Music (ECM) Program. The Early Childhood Music Program develops early competency of rhythm and melody in both parents and children. Even the finest education has the potential to be lost on a child if it is not spirited. While every lesson provides meaningful musical instruction, lessons are presented in a social and playful manner. The early exposure of patterns and skills facilitates an easier mastery of a more complex musical study.
A Long Term Curriculum:
A long term curriculum and sequential learning based on skill acquisition produce the aural, oral, and written components necessary for creating a community of students with a life-long love of music.
Music Literacy:
Music Literacy is a pillar of CYM's curriculum, alongside Performance Training. Faculty members in all programs expand upon the work presented in the ECM classes, further developing fundamental themes with more complex musical assignments and objectives. Students will begin to read music and, ultimately, synthesize aural, oral and written skills to develop a thorough comprehension of musical elements. CYM believes that instrumental training must be accompanied by rigorous musical literacy training.
Parent Involvement:
We recognize that the most successful students have considerable parent involvement. It is because of this that there must exist a mutual understanding and commitment between the family and school, where the musical education of the student is the core.
An Expert Faculty:
The Center for Young Musicians is proud to have an expert faculty. Teachers of exceptional backgrounds work together with students and parents to create an environment of inspired learning.
Instrumental and Performance Preparation:
Some of our students do not aim for instrumental excellence; yet, from the ECM Program on up, every aspect of the CYM experience emanates a joyfulness that establishes a positive association with music for all students regardless of their ability. In addition, all programs share the same faculty members so that there is consistency in curriculum and teaching methods. Students gain instrumental and performance preparation from the unique individual and group instruction. Performance ability is nurtured with carefully prepared, high-quality performance opportunities.
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