TAKADIMI
Introduction
The solfège is often today a source of anguish for the children and … for the parents.
Bad memory, repetition, scale, … many have stopped practicing an instrument because they couldn’t fit in the mould of the conservatories!
A necessary tool to understand musical language and read a score, solfège allows musicians from all over the world to share the same language. Of course you can play the piano without knowing music theory. However, without all the knowledge that the solfeggio gathers, it is impossible to decipher a score. It is the essential tool that will allow you to read music and understand any score. The study of music theory should not be a constraint but on the contrary should be a freedom that will make the future musicians autonomous and independent to allow them to play all the pieces they want.
Thus our school has set up a pedagogy that will allow children to acquire the fundamentals without suffering the known traumas.
Solfege according to Piano Academie
We are proud to introduce the TAKADIMI method!
TAKADIMI is an ancient Indian method that was reintroduced in American universities in the mid-90s. It is based on the use of specific syllables placed at certain points in a rhythmic figure. It facilitates the recognition and identification of rhythmic patterns. It is an easy tool to apply, making music theory a game.
We tested this method on a few students for 6 months and we were completely won over!
Not only is the progress remarkable, but the students also have a lot of fun and learn while having fun.
Organization of music theory classes
Discover the world of music theory at Piano Académie
At Piano Académie, we integrate the essence of music theory directly into our music lessons, making learning fluid and natural. Our students explore the fundamentals such as reading the treble and bass clefs, as well as the basics of rhythm, while making the most of their hour of music.
Educational Innovation: Online Music Theory Lessons
In September 2020, we expanded our offering with the launch of online music theory courses. Designed to captivate and entertain, these courses last from 30 minutes to 1 hour, offering children the opportunity to perfect their music theory in a fun and cheerful way.
The Music Theory Program: A Progressive Musical Journey
- Integration into the Piano Course:
- Year 1: A fun introduction to the notes of the treble and bass clefs, accompanied by an exploration of rhythms.
- Distance Learning Group Lessons:
- Year 1: 30 minutes of joyful discovery of musical basics.
- Year 2: 45 minutes to deepen musical reading over one octave, binary rhythms, and intervals of seconds and thirds.
- Year 3: 45 minutes dedicated to expanding reading to two octaves, exploring ternary rhythms, and a deeper understanding of intervals ranging from fourths to sevenths, opening the door to tonalities.
- Year 4: 45 minutes of immersion in free reading, harmony and improvisation to raise musical skills to a level of personal expression and creativity.
- Year 5: 30 minutes of immersion in free reading, harmony and improvisation to raise musical skills to a level of personal expression and creativity.
Live the Piano Academy Experience
Immerse yourself in the adventure of music theory with Piano Academy. Our courses, designed to awaken and develop musical talents at every stage, promise an enriching and captivating experience. Join us and let your passion for music flourish in a stimulating and creative environment.
Practical information
Our Music Theory Lessons: Interactive, Inclusive and Accessible Online
At Piano Académie, we offer a collective and dynamic learning experience with our music theory lessons, all of which are provided online. Included in the packages for students enrolled in instrument lessons, these music theory sessions are designed to harmoniously complement their musical journey.
Flexible Lesson Schedule
Level 1: For Young Musicians
- Age: 5 and 6 years
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Timetable:
- Tuesday at 17:05
- Wednesday at 18:05
- Friday at 18:05
Level 2: Deepening Knowledge
- For students working on volume 2 of the score
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Timetable:
- Tuesday at 17:35
- Wednesday at 18:35
- Thursday at 18:35
- Friday at 18:35
Level 3: Advanced Exploration
- Prerequisite: Mastery of one octave in the treble and bass clefs
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Timetable:
- Monday at 18:05
- Thursday at 18:15
Level 4: Mastery and Development
- Prerequisite: Perfect knowledge of two octaves in treble and bass clef
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Timetable:
- Monday at 18:50
- Thursday at 19:00
Level 5: Development
- Prerequisite: already be comfortable sight-reading
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Timetable:
- Monday at 7.35pm
- Thursday at 7.45pm
Each level is meticulously designed to ensure coherent and stimulating progress, adapted to the age and abilities of each student. Join us for an enriching musical journey, where conviviality and learning meet in every note.
Course Access
All lessons and exercises are available online. Students can redo the exercises from their personal space.
Packages and prices (for students not enrolled for the year)
Group lessons
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Group course - 5 and 6 years old
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