Private Lessons Vs. Group
Coming to classes every week for over two years can get tiresome, we know (I took Brynn to class every Saturday at 8:30AM!!!) So instead of weekly class, we’re trying a new JXC Summer Camp and we’ve got some really fun things planned. In addition to camp, each student is taking two private lessons over the summer.
3. It depends on the child. Don’t get me wrong – I do value having the time to help one student individually and completely see the benefit in private lessons (in addition to group, not a replacement), but I am more convinced that it varies child to child. Yamaha Music Foundation has recently designed a new course to give more options to our advanced students. This fall, we are going to be piloting a new Junior Ensemble Course. This is specifically designed for the child that really enjoys being in group classes and may not be suited for the rigors of private lessons. Up until now, the only option for students finishing Junior Extension Course (JXC) Book 4 was the Junior Advanced Course. This course requires students to attend one hour a week group lessons as well as a 30 minute private lesson. Now, the students and parents will have a choice of which track to follow.
The value of group lessons is at the core of what the Yamaha Music Education System. These tiny glimpses into the other side (private lessons only) has helped reinforce this unique characteristic of our courses.
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