Diploma in Teaching Programmes - ARSM & LRSM

Professional Training for Music Instructors  - String Ensemble, Wind, Brass, Guitar or Percussion 

Programme Focus

As an Authorised Diploma Training Center, this course programme is designed based on the ABRSM Diploma in Music Teaching examination syllabus.  The scope includes: 

• Clear and systematic activity-based pedagogy programme

• Mentorship in preparing student groups or community groups for performance

• Analytical reflection and effective pedagogical decision-making

• Competence in coaching both individual students and ensemble groups

• Music educators are taught through a milestone-based framework with modules combining lectures and tutorials in instrumental teaching, music theory, music arrangement and conducting.

Diploma in Music Teaching  - March 2027 Intake for Music Educators

INTAKE
​Programmes are released in limited intakes to maintain a focused and high-quality learning environment. Admission is selective to ensure readiness for diploma-level training. The curriculum is a full 9-month programme, running from October to September of the following year (March 2027 - February 2027), with breaks in December and June.

WHO THIS IS FOR?
Designed for music instructors and educators:

• Committed to professional growth and musical excellence

• Actively teaching in individual or group settings, in school CCAs, community music making e.g schoo bands, string ensemble, guitar ensemble

• Interested in acquiring ABRSM accrediatated teaching diplomas

• Seeking structured mentorship and a clear working framework for career progress

• Seeking professional growth and identity in a part time programme

Joyeux Music Pedagogy Academy addresses a longstanding gap in the professional development of instrumental teachers, band and ensemble coaches. While performance qualifications remain the dominant benchmark in Singapore, structured pedagogy training has been largely absent.

Beyond individual instrumental teaching, this programme extends to include ensemble-based pedagogy, rehearsal techniques, and applied musicianship — preparing educators to work confidently across individual, group, and ensemble settings.- with preparing performances and competitions. Suitable for coaches of music ensembles, school bands and chamber groups.

PROGRAMME

This course prepares candidates adequately for submission of video works, case studies and written reflections required in ARSM and LRSM

• Structured learning and guided reflection

• Video assignments according to examination requirements

• Development of independent thinking in written submissions

• Integration of musical, technical, and pedagogical understanding

The training fosters confident, responsive, and inclusive coaching methods aligned with international standards.