Beginner
Introduction to the instrument, basic technique, rhythm, notation and simple repertoire.
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Jazzmatic Music School Special Offer
Enjoy 30% OFF All Music Lessons!
1 October – 15 November 2026
Valid from 1 October through 15 November 2026, inclusive (Nairobi time).
Available to children, teenagers and adults taking physical or online lessons.
The discount applies to published lesson fees only, including four-lesson packages. Examination registration fees, instrument purchases and other charges are not eligible.
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KeysPiano
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StringsGuitar
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StringsViolin
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WoodwindSaxophone
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BrassTrumpet
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BrassTrombone
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WoodwindClarinet
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WoodwindRecorder
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StringsUkulele
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PercussionDrum Set
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FoundationsMusic Theory
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Jazzmatic Music School Music Courses
Jazzmatic Music School offers structured music education for children, teenagers and adults at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Students may choose physical or online lessons in piano, guitar, violin, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, clarinet, recorder, ukulele, drum set and music theory.
Lessons combine strong musical foundations with creativity, performance skills, improvisation and an appreciation of jazz and related musical styles.
Course levels
Intermediate
Developing technical control, musical expression, sight-reading, repertoire and ensemble skills.
Advanced
Performance preparation, advanced technique, improvisation, arranging, stylistic interpretation and musicianship.
General syllabus
1. Instrumental Technique
- Correct posture, breathing, hand position and instrument care.
- Tone production and sound quality.
- Scales, arpeggios and technical exercises.
- Coordination, dexterity and control.
- Progressive exercises suited to each student’s level.
2. Music Theory and Notation
- Reading staff notation, rhythm notation and chord symbols.
- Note values, rests, time signatures and key signatures.
- Major and minor scales.
- Intervals, triads and seventh chords.
- Chord progressions and basic harmonic analysis.
- Introduction to jazz harmony and lead-sheet reading.
3. Aural Skills and Musicianship
- Listening and identifying pitch, rhythm and harmony.
- Singing and playing melodies by ear.
- Rhythm exercises and internal pulse development.
- Ear training for intervals, chords and common progressions.
- Musical memory and response exercises.
4. Repertoire and Performance
- Classical, jazz, popular and contemporary repertoire appropriate to the student’s level.
- Melody, phrasing, articulation, dynamics and interpretation.
- Memorisation and performance confidence.
- Preparation for recitals, assessments and examinations.
- Regular performance opportunities where available.
5. Jazz Studies and Improvisation
- Jazz rhythm, swing feel and syncopation.
- Blues form and the twelve-bar blues.
- Improvising with scales, arpeggios and motifs.
- Call-and-response exercises.
- Jazz standards and lead-sheet interpretation.
- Introduction to comping, walking bass lines and ensemble interaction.
- Developing a personal musical voice.
6. Ensemble and Practical Musicianship
- Playing with other musicians.
- Listening, communication and maintaining time.
- Following a conductor, bandleader or musical cues.
- Basic arranging and accompaniment.
- Rehearsal etiquette and stagecraft.
- Introduction to small-group jazz performance.
Instrument-specific course content
Piano
Technique, scales, chords, accompaniment patterns, sight-reading, jazz voicings, improvisation and solo repertoire.
Guitar
Chords, scales, strumming, fingerstyle, rhythm guitar, lead playing, jazz comping and improvisation.
Violin
Bowing, fingering, intonation, scales, classical repertoire, jazz phrasing and improvisation.
Saxophone
Breath control, embouchure, tone production, articulation, scales, jazz standards and improvisation.
Trumpet
Breathing, embouchure, tone, articulation, range development, brass technique and jazz improvisation.
Trombone
Slide technique, breathing, tone production, articulation, scales, ensemble playing and jazz phrasing.
Clarinet
Breath support, embouchure, fingering, tone, articulation, repertoire and improvisation.
Recorder
Breath control, fingering, articulation, notation, ensemble playing and progressive repertoire.
Ukulele
Chords, strumming, rhythm, melody playing, accompaniment, song repertoire and basic improvisation.
Drum Set
Coordination, grooves, fills, rudiments, reading drum notation, swing, jazz comping and ensemble awareness.
Music Theory
Notation, harmony, rhythm, analysis, composition, arranging, ear training and preparation for recognised examinations where applicable.
Lesson format
- Individual lessons tailored to each student’s age, goals and experience.
- Physical and online lesson options.
- Practical exercises and assignments between lessons.
- Regular progress reviews and syllabus adjustments.
- Opportunities to prepare for performances, examinations and personal musical goals.
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