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Schedule

PRIMARY 1 COURSE (3 – 4 years old)

Current available classes:

DAY
TIME
INSTRUCTOR
STATUS
START DATE
Saturday 9:10 AM Kathleen Lee OPEN 2026/2027
Saturday 12:40 PM Vanessa Hsu
OPEN 2026/2027
Sunday 12:00 PM Ryan Johnson
OPEN 2026/2027
Age 3 is the ideal time to start

In this program for 3-year-olds, children not only listen to and sing songs from various genres while visualizing imagery but also have fun playing the piano with playful elements integrated into the lessons. We highly recommend starting this journey at age 3 for families who wish for their children to cherish music as a lifelong treasure and aspire for them to become proficient musicians.

Skills that go beyond music

In addition to mastering keyboard skills, children cultivate “non-cognitive skills” such as cooperation, social skills, perseverance, and concentration through Yamaha’s lessons.

Music for life

Over three years, children explore more than 140 songs using Yamaha’s unique four-step method: Listening, Singing, Playing, and Reading. Through engaging piano activities, they build essential musical skills, express themselves creatively, and develop a lifelong enjoyment of music.

Developing personal imagery and self-expression

When it comes to playing a musical instrument, adults often focus on technical skills like finger dexterity or score reading. However, Yamaha Music School believes that “playing” goes beyond these abilities. It emphasizes having a personal vision of “how you want to play” and being able to perform with feeling while carefully listening to the sound. Accumulating stress-free “playing” experiences leads to a unique and expressive performance style.

Max class size: 4 to 10 students
Lesson duration: 50 minutes weekly
Parent Attendance: Required
Home Instrument: Recommended

PRIMARY 2 COURSE (4 – 5 years old)

Current available classes:

DAY
TIME
INSTRUCTOR
STATUS
START DATE
Wednesday 5:15 PM Curtis Cheng
OPEN 2026/2027
Saturday 9:20 AM Vanessa Hsu
OPEN 2026/2027
Saturday 11:00 AM Kathleen Lee
OPEN 2026/2027
Saturday 12:00 PM Curtis Cheng
OPEN 2026/2027
Sunday 10:00 AM Ryan Johnson
OPEN 2026/2027
What are 4 and 5-year-olds like?

4 and 5-year-olds are in a phase of “increasing self-expression.” By engaging in activities such as listening to, singing, and playing music during this stage, children are exposed to a wide variety of high-quality music. This is the ideal time for them to cultivate a rich imagination.

Now is the time to join Yamaha!

Children aged 4 and 5 experience remarkable growth in their ability to hear and understand music. Yamaha lessons are tailored to this important window, their listening skills are nurtured through a blend of playful and structured activities. Through singing and piano practice, they begin to recognize notes like Do-Re-Mi by ear, laying a strong foundation for future musical growth.

Skills that go beyond music

In addition to mastering keyboard skills, children cultivate “non-cognitive skills” such as cooperation, social skills, perseverance, and concentration through Yamaha’s lessons.

“I can play more, I can listen more”

Alongside the unique benefits of group lessons—like performing for peers and participating in ensembles—children can also deepen their individuality and musical skills through focused performance instruction in individual lessons. (Supplementary individual lessons are optional).

Max class size: 4 to 10 students
Lesson duration: 50 minutes weekly
Parent Attendance: Required
Home Instrument: Required

PRE-JUNIOR (6 – 9 years old)

Current available classes:

DAY
TIME
INSTRUCTOR
STATUS
START DATE
Tuesday 6:30 PM Heekyoung Lee
OPEN 2026/2027
Saturday 12:15 PM Heekyoung Lee
OPEN 2026/2027
Sunday 11:00 AM Lea Leung
OPEN 2026/2027
An ideal time to begin formal music study

Starting formal music education at the elementary school age is an exciting time. Children are developing greater finger coordination, listening skills, and the ability to understand and read music.

A well-rounded foundation in music

Yamaha Pre-Junior helps children build fundamental musical skills through solfege singing, keyboard playing, harmony training, music reading, theory, listening, and ensemble experiences.

A smooth start to lasting musical growth

Designed as a one-year course, Pre-Junior provides elementary school students with a structured introduction to formal music education and prepares them for the next stage of their musical learning.

Max class size: 4 to 10 students
Lesson duration: 55 minutes weekly
Parent Attendance: Optional
Home Instrument: Required