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Published on Tuesday, 24 January 2012 12:44

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Courses at ADAMS are  open to learners of all ages. There are some exceptions of course. Learners under the age of 9 years are required to meet with us for a general assessment before admission can take place.

Our courses range from basic to difficult and are open to adults and children.

How the practical courses work:

Courses are strategically designed to develop and enhance skills necessary to play an instrument effectively. While examination preparation is a large part of our training ADAMS has compiled its own resource to ensure that all the essentials of skills development are included in the course. The syllabi from the various examining bodies include technical pieces, scales, arpeggios and broken chords. Three to four songs need to be prepared for the practical examinations as well as an unprepared piece (sight reading), and general musicianship.

Success in the practical aspect of music is largely dependent on practice. Generally learners who practice regularly are likely to pass well in the examinations. Learners are expected to play along with the accompanist (tutor) regularly in order to ensure that their performance is of an acceptable standard. In such cases songs are chosen which are not in the examination syllabus but incorporates a contemporary feel. Two practical examinations are offered per instrument or voice annually.   

How the theory of music courses work.

Theory of music is incorporated into the lesson plan and is generally not exclusive. We believe that theory of music should always be taught in the context of the instrument used in the course. Theory of music is offered from Grade 1 and in the case of Unisa pre-grade 1.

Vocal training includes the solfa notation which is widely used in choral performance. ADAMS is able to offer learners up to three theory examinations per year.

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Examinations for the first semester Janurary to June

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Published on Sunday, 22 January 2012 13:48

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Abraham Devar's Academy for Music and Song enters its learners for theory and practical examinations throught the following examining bodies.

Universtiy of South Africa ( Unisa )

Trinity Guild Hall

Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music ( ABRSM)

Rock School

Deprartment of Education in South Africa

Examinations are offered at least twice a year by each examining body during the months of May / June and October / November Most universities worldwide accept qualifications issued by these examining instituitions. Certificates are issued directly from the respective institution.

For examiple a learner who desires to read for the Bachelor of Musicology degree at the University of South Africa will require a Unisa Grade 5 theory pass and prior to or on completion of the degree have completed the Performer's Licentiate. The examining bodies do not provide tuition while institutions such as ours specialize in the facilitation of music education for the purpose of higher learning and especially performance.

Theory of Music is also offered to learners who are unable to attend classes. Our learning portal is equipped to prepare learners for the certificate examinations. Our learning centre is equipped with study guides, discussion notes and forums and multimedia to enhance learning. Tutors discuss past examination papers and make it possible to achieve outstanding results.

Courses offered at Abraham Devars Academy for Music and Song

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Published on Tuesday, 24 January 2012 12:14

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First semester courses start in January and end in June and the second semester courses start in July and ends in the first week in December. Students may register at any time during the year and study with our academy for a minimum period of 6 months.

While most of our learners take the practical and theory examinations, learners may learn for leisure.

The following practical Courses are offered currently at ADAMS

• Classical Guitar
• Blues and Rock Guitar
• Metal Techniques in Electric Guitar
• Jazz Studies in Guitar
• Classical Violin including contemporary techniques
• Classical Cello including contemporary techniques
• Kit Drum
• Soprano Saxophone
• Alto Saxophone
• Tenor Saxophone
• Theory of Muisc

Generally learners are required to attend class for these courses with the exception of classical and contemporary guitar techniques and Theory of Music which is offered additionally as an online subject.

There are no special prerequisites for the courses above. Tuition is delivered in English. With the exception of Drum Kit and Piano learners are expected to bring their own instruments to class. Internet access is of vital importance in terms of accessing resource and media.

Instrument rentals:
Should learners wish to hire an instrument for the course, this will be arranged.