THE STORY OF MANKIND
3-Weeks Accelerated Beginner Module // 1.5hr per lesson
[This module is tailored for youths (age 7-16) aspiring to play contemporary love songs]
Always wanted to pick up playing the guitar? This school holiday, experience the thrill and passion of playing the GUITAR for real. Following Believer Music's innovative and revolutionary approach to music learning, your child will play this instrument with purpose and focus in just 3 short weeks (accelerated module).
Team dynamics will encourage each child to actively collaborate with others to make music as a team. The strumming exercises will also foster better concentration, listening ability, communication skills, and develop both fine and gross motor skills. This 3-week module will inspire your child to engage joyfully with the harmony of music.
The main theme centers on THE STORY OF MANKIND – a revealing epic adventure that will take you from the unspoken pasts of humanity (World History) to current-day state of affairs and beyond. Come away with a worldview that promises to never leave you the same again.
Theme: THE STORY OF MANKIND: The Pre-Historic Age explores the early developments of humanity. Draw strength from the examples of early man as you witness the human spirit and will in action.
Introduction: to the Guitar & its role
Rhythm: Essential strumming fundamentals
Harmony: Easy-to-play and great-sounding chords
Duration: 3-week course; 1.5-hour weekly lessons
Song Application & Techniques: Versatile rhythms for various musical genres
Interactive Music Exercises: Rhythm & chord exercises
Available Timeslots: Click on "Timeslots" for the available sessions
* Includes courseware and fully-equipped training studio.
INTERNATIONAL PLAZA (IP)
Monthly Course Fee
S$ 299.00
NOVENA SQUARE (NS)
Monthly Course Fee
S$ 299.00
ONE COMMONWEALTH (OC)
Monthly Course Fee
S$ 299.00
TAMPINES PLAZA 2 (TP2)
Monthly Course Fee
S$ 299.00
HOME-BASED LEARNING (HBL)
Monthly Course Fee
S$ 299.00
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Listed monthly course fees are subject to full term payment upon registration. Prices are inclusive of prevailing GST and before any available promotions and refresher discounts, corporate subsidies, and BM$ redemptions. Admin fees apply.
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AVAILABLE DISCOUNTS
Early Bird Offer
Enjoy a waiver of the administration fees when you enroll 2 weeks before the registration deadline. This offer is limited to the first 100 registrations per intake.
Refresher Pass
Enjoy up to 40% off course fees when you sign up for any previously completed module.
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EARN BONUS BM$
BM$s can be used to offset future course fee payments.
- Receive BM$1 for every lesson attended
- Receive BM$10 per lesson attendance for Graduating Modules only
Bonus BM$s will be accorded upon completion of each course
(Not applicable for Clinic Sessions)
- Earn unlimited BM$ when you refer friends by sharing your unique Share & Earn code (found in your Member's Profile) with them
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THE ULTIMATE LEARNING EXPERIENCE
The Believer Music Experience is second to none and surpasses lessons found elsewhere. Our success-proven, time-tested curriculum imparts sound music pedagogy fused with practical song application, through a uniquely-crafted thematic syllabus - a true world's first in music education. There is something for everyone at every level with 50+ diverse music programs, 200+ modules and 1,900+ finely-tuned lesson plans.
• The Believer Music Syllabus is:
○ Inspirational
○ Success-Proven
○ Finely-Tuned
○ Time-Managed
○ Fully-Networked
• High-quality music lessons at unmatched prices
• All materials and learning equipment provided with
course fees
• Fully-equipped, state-of-the-art training studios
• Highly-accessible locations islandwide
• Never learn alone again; our group classes are
highly-engaging, build group dynamics and critical
listening skills
• Health and safety is our top concern; our premises
and studios are equipped with the latest active
air-purifiers which deactivate 99% of all airborne
viruses including coronaviruses
• FREE inter-branch make-up class booking system
for missed lessons
• FREE repeat lessons for slower students
[subject to availability and approval]
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Terms & Conditions
• Monthly Course Fees above are before discounts and BM$ redemptions
• Full term course fees breakdown:
○ 1 x Monthly Course Fees
○ Lessons are 90 min. per week group sessions.
○ $12.90 administration fee [payable per course registration]
○ $35.00 lifetime membership fee [applicable for 1st time registrations ONLY]
○ Fees stated are inclusive of prevailing GST
• Eligible discount(s) will automatically be reflected upon registration – discount(s) will be applied according to their respective terms & conditions
• Interest-free instalment plans are available for UOB, DBS & POSB credit card holders. Click here for more information
• Make-up classes
○ Make-up classes can be booked directly through the Member Portal
○ Class selection is subject to availability at the time of booking
○ Make-up classes may be scheduled in advance for the same week of absence
Thanks to Believer Music for helping me to start playing a guitar. I am at Level 4 of contemporary guitar classes already. Believer Music developed a very easy and informative learning guide.
You can play a simple song right after the first lesson. All lessons are fun, teachers are friendly and calm.
Mariia Bazhanova
My class and I have progressed together through the levels of the Contemporary Guitar Program, from Level 1 to 6. We have now continued onwards to Mandopop Clinic 1. We found the courses to be very fulfilling. Even though our coach informed us that we have completed all the music theory courses, we wanted to continue our musical journey and thus decided to enrol in Mandopop Clinic 2. We will have more opportunities to sharpen the theory and skills acquired through the previous levels.
TAN VUI CHUAN [John]
I belong to a class of 6 of the Contemporary Guitar Class at Tampines. Throughout the program, we have found the coach’s teaching method to be really effective, easy-to-follow and very enjoyable. We have all benefited greatly from his classes, and the experience has renewed our motivation to continue our musical journey.
TAN VUI CHUAN [John]
I kind of stumbled into this course somewhat. No regrets whatsoever for signing up though!
It all started with a missed call I received from Believer Music...I called back and one of the Customer Services staff answered the call. He could not identify on record what the initial call was about, thus he asked if there was anything else he could do for me. I asked if he could sign me up for a Guitar Trial class during my lunch hour, and he did. Hence, many thanks to him! If it weren’t for his initiative to serve me further, I would not have asked about the Guitar Trial and would have missed out on restarting my journey of guitar playing.
I attended the Guitar Trial class at Tampines and was beyond impressed by how the coach conducted the session. I would like to commend whoever had crafted the content for the Guitar Trial, it was simply brilliant and ingenious. Prior to the Guitar Trial class, I hadn't touched a guitar for probably more than a decade and it felt really nice to reconnect with the instrument. I walked out of the trial class with an “achievement unlocked" feeling. The trial class was conducted in such a way that you can learn to play a song within minutes. So amazing!
The seven weeks of learning was likened to a rollercoaster ride with many highs and lows. Mind-blowing? Enriching? Humbling? Stressful? A little bit of all these things perhaps. However, the overall experience is so positive it really outweighed all the negatives. The most wonderful experience was overcoming my fear of the metal strings of an acoustic guitar. Till this day, I'm still amazed and shocked that I persevered this far, as I am really pain-adversed, especially when the strings of the guitar had hurt a lot initially. The low points would be the times when I was being corrected on so many points such as strumming, using the right finger muscles, learning how to use the pick and I couldn’t see myself improving. Mid-way through the course I was at a crossroad, contemplating whether it was worth it to continue learning guitar or not.
I think the breakthrough came when I spent my lunch hour playing the guitar and singing along. During the fourth and fifth lessons, I didn't realise how much I would miss singing until I attempted singing and playing the guitar at the same time. To sing and play guitar at the same time is not impossible for me, but it can be difficult due to the multi-tasking involved. I am amazed at how much I love singing along and the guitar accompaniment is just awesome. I felt like my soul was on fire in a glorious way.
I am sure there is still a part of me that stays puzzled as to why I had pumped in so much money to learn and play so many musical instruments. However, seven months down the road and four courses into my journey with Believer Music, it has been such an enriching and motivating journey. The pursuit of music is extremely compelling, I've never felt more alive than during this period of time. Through these lessons, I have rekindled my love for music. Thank you Believer Music for this wonderful experience!
Joy Neo
Who should sign up for this module? Am I eligible for signup?
You are eligible for this module if you have:
i) No knowledge of playing the guitar OR
ii) Wish to relearn the fundamentals of playing guitar especially strumming feel or rhythm. This will help you to develop your playing further.
*Should you have prior playing experience, use the Online Course Allocator to identify the module most suitable for you.
NOTE: Should Believer Music Coaches find any student mismatched in any particular module, we reserve the right to transfer the student to another class after the first session to optimize the learning experience.
Is there an age limit?
We accept registrations from ages 7-16. We will channel students to classes of compatible age groups whenever possible.
But I know nothing about music!
This step-by-step course is designed for total beginners who have absolutely no prior knowledge in music or the guitar. Individuals who attended other beginner courses but are still unable to play confidently and effectively are advised to join this Beginner Module.
I received classical guitar lessons on previously. Is it still applicable in this course?
It is applicable because you have learnt to listen to yourself as you play and follow general timing. Here, you will learn how to strum effectively in a variety of styles. You will be able to decide the most appropriate rhythm to use as well as play the song in more than one fashion. The course is fairly demanding and requires concentration and time-allocated practice on your own. Nevertheless, what you are going to learn here is going to be fun and practical.
Do I have to bring my guitar around? Is it convenient?
All Training Rooms are fully equipped with practice guitars. Our Training Centres are conveniently located at International Plaza - Flagship (beside Tanjong Pagar MRT station), One Commonwealth (beside Commonwealth MRT station), and Tampines Plaza (beside Tampines MRT station).
Is it FUN?
You'll get to meet people who share the same passion. Learning to play a musical instrument is highly rewarding because it leads to growth in a music-spiritual dimension. Learning to play the guitar is more than fun. It's life changing. We all know of people around us whom we think have successfully learnt to play the guitar reasonably well. With practice, this skill will stay and enrich not only your lives but also the lives of people and family around you (and generations to come). For many of us who are just starting to pick up this unique skill, believe that the journey is well worth it.
Folk and Classical Guitar...What's the difference?
A folk guitar uses steel strings while a classical guitar uses nylon strings. The neck is narrower which makes playing easier, and no, it doesn't hurt as much as you tell yourself! With proper stringing gauge, beginners will feel only a pinch. The folk guitar is made especially for strumming and you'll hear more varied tones as compared to a bass-mid sounding classical guitar .The feel achieved during strumming is probably more rewarding compared to a classical guitar.
