The flute is one of the oldest musical instruments in human history, with origins dating back over 40,000 years to early bone instruments found in Europe. While it began as a simple tube made of bamboo, wood, or bone, the modern flute has evolved into a sophisticated instrument of precision engineering. For parents and aspiring […]
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對於許多學習音樂的學生和家長來說，ABRSM 5級樂理（Grade 5 Music Theory）是一個關鍵的里程碑。這不僅僅是一張證書，更是通往高階音樂演奏的必經之路。根據英國皇家音樂學院（ABRSM）的規定，所有計劃報考第 6、7、8 級術科考試（Practical or Performance Grades）的考生，必須先通過 5 級樂理考試。這一機制的設立，是為了確保考生具備足夠的音樂理解力，能夠以敏銳的觸覺、意識和控制力來演繹高難度的曲目。 在這篇指南中，Pure Orchestral Centre 將以教育者的角度，為您詳細拆解 5 級樂理的考試範圍、最新的網上考試模式，以及如何高效準備這場考試。 為什麼 5 級樂理如此重要？ 很多學生可能會問：「我只想彈好鋼琴或拉好小提琴，為什麼一定要考樂理？」 事實上，樂理是音樂的語言及架構。在更高級別的演奏中，考生需要理解樂譜背後的深層含義。例如，通過 5 級樂理的學習，學生將能夠： 深入理解力度記號： 明白 ff (very loud)、pp (pianissimo) 等記號在樂句中的情感表達。 掌握音程與和弦： 分析樂曲結構，從而更準確地背譜和演繹。 提升視奏能力： 熟悉各種拍子記號和調性，讓視奏更流暢。 值得注意的是，ABRSM 的樂理考試雖然設有 1 至 8 級，但考生可以根據自身程度「跳級」報考。例如，您可以一步到位直接報考 5 級，無需先考取 1 至 4 級；同理，通過 5 級後，也可以直接挑戰 8 級樂理。然而，5 級作為承上啟下的關鍵級別，其知識點覆蓋面極廣，需要約 25 至
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that our talented piano student, Dora from NAISHK, has achieved a remarkable feat! She secured FIRST place in the Grade Four Piano Solo category at this year’s Hong Kong School Music Festival (77th, 2025). This is a well-deserved accomplishment that highlights her dedication and hard work. Her success as
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We recently hosted a truly special event: a student brass concert collaboration with a respected international school! This concert brought together a talented group of our brass instrument students. These included trumpets, trombones, euphoniums, and tubas. The event proved to be a resounding success, filled with joy and enjoyment for both the dedicated performers and the enthusiastic
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Happy Chinese New Year! As we joyfully welcome the Year of the Snake, we want to extend our warmest wishes to our incredible students, parents, and entire community. This festive season is all about new beginnings and togetherness, and to add to the cheer, our special CNY Lucky Draw for 2025 is finally here! We
What a truly fantastic afternoon our teaching team had participating in a student concert alongside our talented students! It was an absolutely joyful experience, celebrating their hard work and creativity together. We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to share this special moment and create lasting memories with our musical community. We extend our sincere
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Elevate your sound with the legendary craftsmanship of Miguel Arista. Renowned flutist William Bennett and his pupils use and endorse his work, and we’re thrilled to welcome three new, meticulously handmade Arista Headjoints to our exclusive collection. These headjoints represent the pinnacle of flute artistry, promising to transform your playing. Discover the Unparalleled Tone of Arista Headjoints Arista Headjoints are celebrated worldwide for
Flutists and clarinetists, you won’t believe this! We’re incredibly honored that the legendary Michael Campbell, a renowned clarinetist and bass clarinetist, recently paid a visit to our music school at PURE. This Michael Campbell visit was a profound experience for everyone. He’s widely recognized for his exceptional musicianship and deep understanding of wind instruments. Having
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Joel Tse Flute Lessons Hong Kong: Residency & Master Instruction! Attention Hong Kong flutists and any overseas flutists visiting Hong Kong in July and August 2024: here’s your chance to experience the authentic teaching philosophy and methodology of William Bennett! The Hong Kong Flute Centre is very pleased and excited to welcome our very own
How wonderful it was to meet the renowned Hungarian flutist Dora Ittzes at the Hong Kong Flute Centre during her recent visit to Hong Kong! This encounter filled us with immense joy. Even more satisfying, we received two very special scores from my buddy Gregory Ittzes, the celebrated Hungarian flutist and Professor of Flute at
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