After one quarter into FY11, just wanted to see how I have progressed on the Resolution which i set in the beginning of the year, and what is the exam plan which my teacher proposed.
2011 Resolution
1. Return back to Piano Learning with a Teacher! [Completed]
2. Able to work out a more sustainable practice routine! [In progress]
3. To complete my Grade 4 Theory (Music Theory in Practice & Past Year papers) [In progress]
4. To learn and master at least 12 new pieces (1 piece a month) [In progress]
5. To complete the "A Dozen A Day Book 2" [Not on track]
6. To learn the scales and arpeggios needed for Grade 5. [In progress]
Exams Siting (tentative plan from my teacher)
Grade 5 Theory ............ Mar 2012 (register in Nov 2011)
Grade 5 Practical ......... Sep 2012 or Mar 2013 (register Feb 2012 or Sep 2012)
Yes, I will not be taking the Grade 3 and 4 exams. This is also so that I can spend more time playing more pieces. =)
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
Restarted...
Yesterday, I officially restarted my piano lessons. Great feeling! Glad that I am back in action after a break. My hubby will bring my girl to play at the playground downstairs @ my piano teacher's house, while I am having lessons. This is also to ensure that she gets some workout!
I had a discussion with my teacher, and we decided that my theory and practical shall progress separately. So the plan is that I will take my Grade 5 theory either Oct 2011 or Mar 2012. And either take the Grade 4 practical in 2012 or Grade 5 practical in 2013. Still undecided.
This is so that I have enough time to pick up and not feel too stress about it. I guess she also gathered that I am facing problems finding time to practice the piano.
The examination dates and registration dates for my reference:-
http://www.abrsm.org/en/regions/singapore/singapore/make-an-entry/exam-dates/
I had a discussion with my teacher, and we decided that my theory and practical shall progress separately. So the plan is that I will take my Grade 5 theory either Oct 2011 or Mar 2012. And either take the Grade 4 practical in 2012 or Grade 5 practical in 2013. Still undecided.
This is so that I have enough time to pick up and not feel too stress about it. I guess she also gathered that I am facing problems finding time to practice the piano.
The examination dates and registration dates for my reference:-
http://www.abrsm.org/en/regions/singapore/singapore/make-an-entry/exam-dates/
2011
Examination Date | Registration Dates | |
Theory of Music | ||
Saturday 5 March 2011 | 15 - 26 November 2010 | |
Saturday 29 October 2011 | 1 - 12 August 2011 | |
Practical Examinations | ||
Grade Exams | February/March 2011 | 20 September - 8 October 2010 |
Diploma Exams | April/May 2011 | 3 - 7 January 2011 |
Grade & Diploma Exams | July - September 2011 | 14 February - 4 March 2011 |
Friday, January 21, 2011
Restarting Piano Lessons...
Time flies. Feb 2011 is coming. I was targeting to restart piano lessons in Feb 2011 when I decided to take a 3 month break in Oct 2010. Ya, I have been 3 months plus into my new role, but I am still learning and picking up. It is better now, in that, I do not need to bring work home over the weekend. So the weekend is now mine totally. =)
But I have yet establish a routine to ensure that I have at least half an hour a day to spend learning piano., especially on weekdays. Sigh, guess I need to sacrifice half an hour of my beauty sleep everyday!
Yes, I am still planning to have lessons on alternate weeks, so that I don't feel so rushed. Hoping to take it slowly. Jennifer does not have any weekend slots available this year. And Nancy only have Sunday afternoon available. So I'll restart again after Chinese New Year.
HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR TO ALL!!!
But I have yet establish a routine to ensure that I have at least half an hour a day to spend learning piano., especially on weekdays. Sigh, guess I need to sacrifice half an hour of my beauty sleep everyday!
Yes, I am still planning to have lessons on alternate weeks, so that I don't feel so rushed. Hoping to take it slowly. Jennifer does not have any weekend slots available this year. And Nancy only have Sunday afternoon available. So I'll restart again after Chinese New Year.
HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR TO ALL!!!
Friday, December 17, 2010
2011 Music Resolutions!
My 2011 Music Resolutions:
1. Return back to Piano Learning with a Teacher!
2. Able to work out a more sustainable practice routine!
3. To complete my Grade 4 Theory (Music Theory in Practice & Past Year papers)
4. To learn and master at least 12 new pieces (1 piece a month):-
a) 7 new pieces from "Keys to Stylistic Mastery Book 2" to complete the Book
b) 5 new pieces from "John W. Schaum Piano Course F - The Brown Book", that is up to Page 17.
5. To complete the "A Dozen A Day Book 2"
6. To complete the scales and arpeggios needed for Grade 4.
1. Return back to Piano Learning with a Teacher!
2. Able to work out a more sustainable practice routine!
3. To complete my Grade 4 Theory (Music Theory in Practice & Past Year papers)
4. To learn and master at least 12 new pieces (1 piece a month):-
a) 7 new pieces from "Keys to Stylistic Mastery Book 2" to complete the Book
b) 5 new pieces from "John W. Schaum Piano Course F - The Brown Book", that is up to Page 17.
5. To complete the "A Dozen A Day Book 2"
6. To complete the scales and arpeggios needed for Grade 4.
Voce Studio Recital 2010
The Voce Studio Recital was held at the Arts House on the 12 Dec 2010 (Sun) and I played 2 pieces:-
Temple Bells
By Dennis Alexander
from Keys to Stylistic Mastery Book1
Longing
by Cornelius Gurlitt
from Keys to Stylistic Mastery Book2
Ok, I don't think I played that well, but I think it is still ok. Haha. Some hiccups here and there. But I really enjoyed myself. Yes, my hubby and my little girl were there to see me perform. But because it was on a Sunday, and by the time I finish my pieces, it was already around 10pm. Well, my girl usually sleeps at around that time. So, yes, she was getting very cranky. So, immediately after I finish my pieces, I went home. So, I didn't manage to stay til the end of the recital. But I really appreciate the effort that Jennifer had put in to give everyone to have a chance to perform. And some of her students were simply FANTASTIC. I really enjoyed their playing!
Some photos for you to see:
Temple Bells
By Dennis Alexander
from Keys to Stylistic Mastery Book1
Longing
by Cornelius Gurlitt
from Keys to Stylistic Mastery Book2
Ok, I don't think I played that well, but I think it is still ok. Haha. Some hiccups here and there. But I really enjoyed myself. Yes, my hubby and my little girl were there to see me perform. But because it was on a Sunday, and by the time I finish my pieces, it was already around 10pm. Well, my girl usually sleeps at around that time. So, yes, she was getting very cranky. So, immediately after I finish my pieces, I went home. So, I didn't manage to stay til the end of the recital. But I really appreciate the effort that Jennifer had put in to give everyone to have a chance to perform. And some of her students were simply FANTASTIC. I really enjoyed their playing!
Some photos for you to see:
The Board outside...
The lights...ok, my hubby was finding things to take...
My girl very excited and happy that the recital is starting soon...
One of the MCees...
Jennifer and one of the young pianist. Think she is the same person as the MCee. Haha, for some reasons, my hubby like to take her photo. There were so many other performers.
Mummy playing...
For a moment, I thought Jennifer teaches violin.
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Taking a break...
As I have moved on to a new role in my career, which had been very busy for me, I would want to spend more time to pick up and stablise first, I've decided to take a break from my piano learning, for about 3 months. Hopefully when I managed to pick up on my work, then I will be able to resume my piano learning. So, yes, tentatively planning to restart in Feb 2011. But which means I will need to rearrange the slot with Nancy when I am prepared to restart. Sigh, need to give up my 10am Sat slot, which is like, just nice!
Meanwhile, I am busy preparing for my recital which will be coming in Dec 2010. Hopefully this short break will also allow me to catch up with the pieces which I haven't have the time to really learn them well, and also revise and practice what I have learnt so far. Ya, slow and steady is my approach on pursuing my hobby. At the same time, I also need to work out a personal time-table such that I will have enough time to practice. Well, as one move up the Grades, I believe naturally you will need to spend more time practising! But I still hope this to remain as my hobby and don't want to feel stress about it. I'm also hoping Jennifer will be able to free up one weekend slot for me next year (2011), which I am not very hopeful actually. Hope I can hear good news. Haha.
Meanwhile, I am busy preparing for my recital which will be coming in Dec 2010. Hopefully this short break will also allow me to catch up with the pieces which I haven't have the time to really learn them well, and also revise and practice what I have learnt so far. Ya, slow and steady is my approach on pursuing my hobby. At the same time, I also need to work out a personal time-table such that I will have enough time to practice. Well, as one move up the Grades, I believe naturally you will need to spend more time practising! But I still hope this to remain as my hobby and don't want to feel stress about it. I'm also hoping Jennifer will be able to free up one weekend slot for me next year (2011), which I am not very hopeful actually. Hope I can hear good news. Haha.
Change of Venue for the Recital 2010
Just putting it here for own reference:-
There will be a change of venue for Voce Studio Recital 2010 as the Young Musicians' Society (YMS) is undergoing partial closure under the instructions from the Building Construction Authority (BCA). Although the YMS Auditorium is unaffected, all toilets are closed at YMS and the building might subject to complete closure should BCA considers the building unsafe. For the safety of the performers and those involved in this recital, the recital venue is changed t0 the following:
The Art House - The Living Room
1 Old Parliament Lane
Singapore 179429
By Car: Enter via 1 Old Parliament Lane. Parking spaces available at the current Parliament House, The Adelphi and the road side along Empress Place
By Bus: North Bridge Road (Opposite Funan Centre or Outside MITA Building): 32, 51, 61, 63, 80, 103, 124, 145, 166, 174, 195, 197, 603, 851, 961 Collyer Quay (At, or Opposite Clifford Pier; Fullerton Square; Opposite Singapore Cricket Club or outside Victoria Concert Hall): 10, 70, 75, 100, 107,130, 131, 162, 167, 196, 605, 607, 608
By MRT: From Raffles Place Station, take exit H and walk across Cavenagh Bridge. From City Hall Station, take exit B (in front of capitol building), turn left, walk towards Funan Centre and turn left again upon reaching the present Parliament house.
From Clark Quay Station, take exit E, cross the road in front, then turn left, upon reaching the Singapore River, turn right and walk towards the Victoria Memorial Clock Tower.
Recital
Date: Sun 12 Dec 2010
Time: 8pm
Rehearsal
Date: Wed 8 Dec 2010
Time: 9.30pm (30 mins)
There will be a change of venue for Voce Studio Recital 2010 as the Young Musicians' Society (YMS) is undergoing partial closure under the instructions from the Building Construction Authority (BCA). Although the YMS Auditorium is unaffected, all toilets are closed at YMS and the building might subject to complete closure should BCA considers the building unsafe. For the safety of the performers and those involved in this recital, the recital venue is changed t0 the following:
The Art House - The Living Room
1 Old Parliament Lane
Singapore 179429
By Car: Enter via 1 Old Parliament Lane. Parking spaces available at the current Parliament House, The Adelphi and the road side along Empress Place
By Bus: North Bridge Road (Opposite Funan Centre or Outside MITA Building): 32, 51, 61, 63, 80, 103, 124, 145, 166, 174, 195, 197, 603, 851, 961 Collyer Quay (At, or Opposite Clifford Pier; Fullerton Square; Opposite Singapore Cricket Club or outside Victoria Concert Hall): 10, 70, 75, 100, 107,130, 131, 162, 167, 196, 605, 607, 608
By MRT: From Raffles Place Station, take exit H and walk across Cavenagh Bridge. From City Hall Station, take exit B (in front of capitol building), turn left, walk towards Funan Centre and turn left again upon reaching the present Parliament house.
From Clark Quay Station, take exit E, cross the road in front, then turn left, upon reaching the Singapore River, turn right and walk towards the Victoria Memorial Clock Tower.
Recital
Date: Sun 12 Dec 2010
Time: 8pm
Rehearsal
Date: Wed 8 Dec 2010
Time: 9.30pm (30 mins)
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