Pathways To Mastery

The Curriculum

Guitar Program

Guitar Program

The Prelude

Initial – Grade 1

The foundation. We focus on proper posture, holding the instrument, and decoding the staff.
  • Open Chords (C, G, D, A, E)
  • Reading Standard Notation
  • Basic Rhythmic Patterns
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The Sonata

GRADE 2 – GRADE 4

The expansion. Moving beyond the first position and mastering the fretboard mechanics.
  • Barre Chords & Movable Shapes
  • Major & Minor Scales
  • Dynamic Picking Techniques

The Concerto

GRADE 5 – GRADE 8

The mastery. Advanced theory, improvisation, and professional performance techniques.
  • Modes & Exotic Scales
  • Complex Fingerstyle Arrangements
  • Improvisation & Soloing
Guitar Program

Keyboard Program

The Prelude

INITIAL – GRADE 1

Developing hand independence and understanding the geography of the keys.
  • Grand Staff Reading
  • Five-Finger Patterns
  • Basic Major Chords
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The Sonata

GRADE 2 – GRADE 4

Building harmonic knowledge and fluidity across multiple octaves.
  • Chord Inversions
  • Arpeggios & Broken Chords
  • Pedaling Technique

The Concerto

GRADE 5 – GRADE 8

Complex polyphony, advanced harmony, and expressive performance.
  • 7th, 9th & Suspended Chords
  • Jazz Voicings
  • Sight Reading Complex Pieces
Guitar Program

Drums Program

The Prelude

INITIAL – GRADE 1

Locking in the groove. Stick control mechanics and basic limb independence.
  • Matched Grip Technique
  • Basic Rock Beats (4/4)
  • Single & Double Stroke Rolls
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The Sonata

GRADE 2 – GRADE 4

Expanding vocabulary. Using the full kit to create dynamic textures.
  • Syncopation & Off-beats
  • Paradiddles & Flams
  • Fills around the Toms

The Concerto

GRADE 5 – GRADE 8

Rhythmic mastery. Poly-rhythms, odd time signatures, and speed.
  • Latin & Jazz independence
  • Polyrhythms (3:2, 4:3)
  • Advanced Linear Drumming
Guitar Program

Bass Program

The Prelude

INITIAL – GRADE 1

The role of the anchor. Locking with the kick drum and holding the root.
  • Plucking Hand Technique
  • Reading Bass Clef
  • Root-Fifth Patterns
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The Sonata

GRADE 2 – GRADE 4

Connecting the dots. Walking lines and adding melodic interest.
  • Walking Bass Lines
  • Octave Shapes (Disco/Funk)
  • Scale Runs

The Concerto

GRADE 5 – GRADE 8

The soloist. Slap, pop, and chordal bass playing.
  • Slap & Pop Technique
  • Tapping & Harmonics
  • Solo Arrangement
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All levels are structured to correspond with international grading standards, ensuring that your progress is globally recognized.