The Kelly Kirby Program is a special approach to music through the piano that provides a complete foundation for any type of music study or other instrument that a child may wish to later pursue. This method is compatible with the young child’s mentality and the material is suited to the child’s needs, laying a complete foundation for future study.
There are four books unique in their presentation of ear training, sight reading, technique and theory. The Kelly Kirby program offers the beginning student a proper balance between the eye and the ear which is so vital to progress and success. A Kelly Kirby graduate can move to another teacher, or even another instrument, confident that a proper foundation has been provided.
PURPOSE:The program was built psychologically on the modern kindergarten method of proceeding from the ‘known’ to the ‘unkown’, and from the ‘thing’ to its ‘sign’. The Kelly Kirby material is presented in a series of four piano books unique in their presentation of ear training, sight reading, technique and theory. The completed course provides a thorough development in ear training and note reading (covering the complete range of the musical staff), time and note values, duple, triple and quadruple rhythm, basic musical signs, scale and chord formation in three major keys (introduction of sharps and flats), and keyboard transposition in those keys. The child’s interest is stimulated with a variety of activities, embracing these elements, as he progresses in a natural and constructive way.
BENEFITS:
Today’s parents realize the benefits of early music training. Music students learn more than how to play their instruments. Research studies have concluded that music training and specifically piano instruction results in:
- improved concentration and success at school
- self-discipline that is necessary for any type of success
- positive performance experiences that build self-confidence
- the ability to take tackle problems and resolve them
- stronger skills in mathematics
Kelly Kirby satisfies the desire of the young child who wants to ‘play’ the piano because it is a ‘performance’ training in which ear training, sight reading and piano playing are taught from the very first lesson.
Certificates are available to children who complete the program with a qualified Kelly Kirby Teacher. Workshops, auditions, recitals and scholarships are available in a non-competitive environment.
As valuable and important as any research is, it cannot explain or quantify the joy and fulfillment music brings to our lives and the lives of our children!
LICENCED TEACHERS:PAM LAM, B. Mus.
Senior Piano Instructor
Little Pianists, Kelly Kirby Piano Method
Listen Pam play live at WMA concert - coming soon.
Ms. Lam has appeared as a soloist and chamber musician in North America and Asia, sharing her passion for piano playing.
Pam received her Bachelor of Music Degree from the University of 
Victoria while studying with Bruce Vogt. After graduation, Pam continued her music studies to become a Certified Instructor of both Kindermusik and the Kelly Kirby Piano Program.
In addition to her formal training and certification, Pam has also had the privilege of learning directly from world renowned musicians Eugene Skovorodnikov, Anna Vavilova and Ellen Silverman.
As an experience kindergarten teacher with strong passion and patience towards young children, she is also a member of the Heart of the City Piano Program, which strives to enhance the lives and learning opportunities of at-risk youth through a structured music program that runs in parallel with the regular school year.
With the belief that music has the power to illuminate and enhance lives, and to tap into the unique gift that each child can offer to the world, Pam strongly believes that every child deserves the opportunity to know, enjoy and grow with music. She is proud to have the opportunity to make the world around her a richer place by sharing her love and understanding of music with others and most importantly, of bringing music into the lives of children in a positive, supportive and encouraging manner through her position as an educator