What is Musicianship Training? Why are trainees required to enroll in the Musicianship courses?
Musicianship, which covers music theory, aural training, sight-singing and music appreciation, is a course of foundational music training, which aims to equip instrumental trainees for an effective course of music learning.
Can non-Music Office trainees enroll in the Musicianship Course, Music Theory Course, and/or Aural Training Course?
- Elementary and Intermediate Musicianship Courses are only open to trainees in our Instrumental Music Training Scheme(IMTS).
- Grade 5 and Grade 8 Music Theory, and Advanced Musicianship(Grade 6) Courses are also open to members of our bands/orchestras/choirs.
- Aural Training Course is mainly arranged for IMTS trainees recommended for participation in the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) practical exams.
When can one apply for Music Office’s Music Theory Courses?
- Grade 5 and Grade 8 Music Theory Courses are open for application around June/July every year.
- Advanced Musicianship(Grade 6) course is open for application around December/January every year.
Interested parties are welcome to enquire at our music centres or visit our website for more details during the application period.
How does the Music Office select trainees for the Music Theory Course?
Trainees for the Music Theory Course are selected on the basis of their music theory or assessment test scores.
What are the fees for the respective courses?
- The Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced Musicianship and Aural Training Courses are provided free of charge for eligible trainees.
- Training fee for Grade 5 Music Theory Course (duration: approximately 5 months) is HK$1,575.
- Training fee for Grade 8 Music Theory Course (duration: approximately 9 months) is HK$3,600.
Are parents allowed to stay with their children in Musicianship classes?
We cannot arrange for parents to attend class with their children because of limited space in the classrooms.