Repertoire, Technique, Musicianship & Musical Literacy
Learning Programs
RCM Elementary
This level is typically for students who have been playing the piano for 1-2 years and are able to play basic melodies and simple pieces. At this level, students will continue to develop their technique and musicianship, and will learn to play pieces that are slightly more challenging than those at the beginner level. They will also begin to develop their musical literacy skills and gain a deeper understanding of music theory. The goal of the elementary level is to lay a strong foundation for the student’s continued piano studies and to help them develop a love of music.
RCM Intermediate
This level is typically for students who have been playing the piano for several years and have a good foundation in technique and musicianship. At this level, students will continue to develop their skills and will learn to play more complex pieces. They will also continue to develop their musical literacy and music theory knowledge, and will begin to explore more advanced concepts such as harmony and counterpoint. The goal of the intermediate level is to help students expand their musical abilities and prepare them for more advanced levels of study.
RCM Advanced
This level is typically for students who have been playing the piano for many years and have developed a high level of skill and mastery. At this level, students will continue to refine their technique and musicianship, and will learn to play challenging pieces that require a high degree of skill and musicality. They will also continue to develop their musical literacy and music theory knowledge, and will explore more complex musical concepts and styles. The goal of the advanced level is to help students become highly skilled and knowledgeable pianists who are prepared for a career in music or further study at a conservatory or university.
RCM curriculum
Repertoire, Technique, Musicianship & Musical Literacy
The piano class curriculum typically includes four main components: repertoire, technique, musicianship, and musical literacy.
- Repertoire refers to the pieces that the student will learn to play on the piano. This can include classical pieces, popular songs, or other types of music that the student is interested in.
- Technique refers to the physical skills and techniques needed to play the piano, such as hand and finger positioning, posture, and pedaling.
- Musicianship includes elements such as rhythm, tempo, dynamics, and expression, which are necessary for the student to play music in a musical and artistic way.
- Finally, musical literacy involves the ability to read and understand sheet music, as well as knowledge of music theory and the elements of music.
"The piano is my world. There I am myself, happy and free from all care. There I can express my feelings and thoughts as in no other way."
"The piano is my voice. It is through the piano that I speak to the world."
"The piano is the voice of the poet, the confidant of the lover, the friend of the lonely."