The Music & Drama Institute of Hong Kong - The World is Our Stage
CURRICULUM
PIANO - INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION

Artist - Teacher:
David Knowles
Robert Langston
Norman Lee
Madelein Yap

Department:
Keyboard Studies
Category:
Major/minor Study
Programs:
Course Number:
P-15300
Duration:
Academic year, Summer semester if instructor is available
Day/Time:
By individual arrangement through The Music & Drama Institute
Location:
As assigned
Credit Hours:
None for PCP students. See CMP or DMP programs for details
Instructor:
Language of instruction:
English
Purpose & Goals:
To give the student of the Piano a thorough and systematic approach to training technical skills, developing repertoire, learning how to prepare for performances, and to develop the knowledge and critical thinking required for understanding musical styles and traditions relevant to performing on this instrument.

Content & Activities:
Individual instruction covering the technical skills required for acquiring performance ability on the Piano. Progressive study of repertoire suited for the specific abilities and the developing skills of the student. Performance preparation for upcoming performances, examinations, and auditions.

Prerequisites:
There is no pre-requisite for this course, but prior knowledge of any other music subjects is useful. Individual instruction makes it possible to adapt to each students level when starting and during the course of study.

Suitable for all levels and ages from beginner to professional level.

Placement Test:
During first lesson.
Evaluation:
Attendance minimum required 90%
Course Fee:
HK$ 650 per Hour

Instrument rental: 3 Upright and 4 grand pianos available at MDI for lessons, practice, performance, and examinations. Available free of charge to MDI students, limited only by availability. Non-MDI students must pay regular room rental charges.
Enrollment:
1 student (Individual Instruction)
Application Deadline None. Students accepted throughout the year
Department:
Keyboard Studies
Category:
Major/minor Study
Programs:
Course Number:
P-15300
Duration:
Academic year, Summer semester if instructor is available
Day/Time:
By individual arrangement through The Music & Drama Institute
Location:
As assigned
Credit Hours:
None for PCP students. See CMP or DMP programs for details
Instructor:
Language of instruction:
English
Purpose & Goals:
To give the student of the Piano a thorough and systematic approach to training technical skills, developing repertoire, learning how to prepare for performances, and to develop the knowledge and critical thinking required for understanding musical styles and traditions relevant to performing on this instrument.

Content & Activities:
Individual instruction covering the technical skills required for acquiring performance ability on the Piano. Progressive study of repertoire suited for the specific abilities and the developing skills of the student. Performance preparation for upcoming performances, examinations, and auditions.

Prerequisites:
There is no pre-requisite for this course, but prior knowledge of any other music subjects is useful. Individual instruction makes it possible to adapt to each students level when starting and during the course of study.

Suitable for all levels and ages from beginner to professional level.

Placement Test:
During first lesson.
Evaluation:
Attendance minimum required 90%
Course Fee:
HK$ 750 per Hour

Instrument rental: 3 Upright and 4 grand pianos available at MDI for lessons, practice, performance, and examinations. Available free of charge to MDI students, limited only by availability. Non-MDI students must pay regular room rental charges.

Enrollment:
1 student (Individual Instruction)
Application Deadline None. Students accepted throughout the year

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Department:
Keyboard Studies
Category:
Major/minor Study
Programs:
Course Number:
P-15300
Duration:
Academic year, Summer semester if instructor is available
Day/Time:
By individual arrangement through The Music & Drama Institute
Location:
As assigned
Credit Hours:
None for PCP students. See CMP or DMP programs for details
Instructor:
Language of instruction:
English, Cantonese
Purpose & Goals:
To give the student of the Piano a thorough and systematic approach to training technical skills, developing repertoire, learning how to prepare for performances, and to develop the knowledge and critical thinking required for understanding musical styles and traditions relevant to performing on this instrument.

Content & Activities:
Individual instruction covering the technical skills required for acquiring performance ability on the Piano. Progressive study of repertoire suited for the specific abilities and the developing skills of the student. Performance preparation for upcoming performances, examinations, and auditions.

Prerequisites:
There is no pre-requisite for this course, but prior knowledge of any other music subjects is useful. Individual instruction makes it possible to adapt to each students level when starting and during the course of study.

Suitable for all levels and ages from beginner to professional level.

Placement Test:
During first lesson.
Evaluation:
Attendance minimum required 90%
Course Fee:
HK$ 1,000 per Hour
Instrument rental: 3 Upright and 4 grand pianos available at MDI for lessons, practice, performance, and examinations. Available free of charge to MDI students, limited only by availability. Non-MDI students must pay regular room rental charges.

Enrollment:
1 student (Individual Instruction)
Application Deadline None. Students accepted throughout the year

Department:
Keyboard Studies
Category:
Major/minor Study
Programs:
Course Number:
P-15300
Duration:
Academic year, Summer semester if instructor is available
Day/Time:
By individual arrangement through The Music & Drama Institute
Location:
As assigned
Credit Hours:
None for PCP students. See CMP or DMP programs for details
Instructor:
Language of instruction:
English, Cantonese, Mandarin
Purpose & Goals:
To give the student of the Piano a thorough and systematic approach to training technical skills, developing repertoire, learning how to prepare for performances, and to develop the knowledge and critical thinking required for understanding musical styles and traditions relevant to performing on this instrument.

Content & Activities:
Individual instruction covering the technical skills required for acquiring performance ability on the Piano. Progressive study of repertoire suited for the specific abilities and the developing skills of the student. Performance preparation for upcoming performances, examinations, and auditions.

Prerequisites:
There is no pre-requisite for this course, but prior knowledge of any other music subjects is useful. Individual instruction makes it possible to adapt to each students level when starting and during the course of study.

Suitable for all levels and ages from beginner to professional level.

Placement Test:
During first lesson.
Evaluation:
Attendance minimum required 90%
Course Fee:
HK$ 600 per Hour

Instrument rental: 3 Upright and 4 grand pianos available at MDI for lessons, practice, performance, and examinations. Available free of charge to MDI students, limited only by availability. Non-MDI students must pay regular room rental charges.

Enrollment:
1 student (Individual Instruction)
Application Deadline None. Students accepted throughout the year

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