Prelude Music Studio, under the esteemed leadership of award-winning principal Rosy Chua, has established a benchmark in early childhood music education, sculpting the Kinder Notes curriculum – an exemplary approach that permeates through Kindergarten and Nursery after-school programs from central to south Singapore.
Chua’s 40 years of rich experience in music performance and education has been meticulously infused into the Kinder Notes curriculum, embodying a philosophy that underscores leveraging the inherent strengths of children to maximize their learning potentials. The curriculum is not merely a method; it is a melody where every note is shaped by understanding, experience, and innovative techniques.
A remarkable and indispensable contribution to the curriculum has been made by Tessa Ying, who was entrusted with the pivotal role of producing all of the background music. Ying’s deft musical production skills have been instrumental in bringing the Kinder Notes curriculum to life, providing a rich, immersive auditory environment that facilitates the wholesome development of young minds. Her meticulously crafted background scores have become the heartbeat of the curriculum, intertwining melodic learning with joyful experiences.
The foundation of the Kinder Notes curriculum is built upon solfege and ear training, priming young minds for future musical development. Vibrant sounds of singing and dancing to beautifully orchestrated tracks – thanks to Ying’s exquisite compositions – resonate in a typical Kinder Notes classroom. Supplementing the auditory experience, young students engage with props like colorful drums, bells, and xylophones, while also interacting with accompanying songs, textbooks, and activity books.
The curriculum does not merely focus on musicality. It is a holistic approach that intertwines physical and cognitive development with opportunities for students to hone their social skills and team-building through ingeniously devised, call-and-response musical activities.
With a team of highly skilled educators and collaborators, Kinder Notes has harmoniously spread its melodic teaching methods to schools throughout Singapore. This includes locations such as Eager Beaver Schoolhouse’s branches in Alexandria and Yishun, Tiong Bahru Kindergarten, and, of course, the birthplace of Kinder Notes – Prelude Music Studio at Novena Square 2.
Rosy Chua’s revered Tuneful Ripples and Singing Ripples courses preceded Kinder Notes, enduring for over two decades at Prelude Music Studio. The Kinder Notes curriculum, part of a new series evolved from this rich history, is attuned to the developmental strengths of various age groups: Twinkle Notes (ages 3-4 years), Kinder Notes (4-6 years), and Little Musician (ages 7-9 years). Singaporeans can anticipate that these curricula will not only uphold the respected legacy of their predecessors but also amplify their prominence in schools across the nation.