Mandeville Conservatory of Music at United Square - 101 Thomson Rd

My music education with Mandeville spans decades. I had the pleasure of learning to play the violin under Ms Yap Shu Mei, the school’s principal, when I was 19. She had just started Mandeville and the school was only a 4 room music studio in Orchard Hotel. Under her stellar leadership and vision, Mandeville is now an established cornerstone of the music education industry in Singapore. I believe there are three reasons that attribute to Mandeville’s success. Firstly, their commitment to hiring good quality teachers who inspire their students to achieve the best results in their choice of instrument. Secondly, Mandeville has a solid offering of music programs across different instruments - from baby music appreciation to ABRSM exam syllabus and even pop and jazz music! Lastly and most importantly, Mandeville provides a wholistic music learning experience for all its students. I firmly believe that learning music in a good school is far superior to taking private lessons at home. It is not just one’s ability to play - but the ability to perform and make music in a group - that defines a musician. I like that Mandeville organises many concerts and recitals for its students to participate in - unlike isolated learning in a home environment. These sessions provide precious opportunities for music students to hone their performance skills and build confidence in general as a person. Two decades on and now a mother of 2, there’s only one music school where I will enrol my children. My younger daughter Carrie has graduated from the baby music appreciation program and my older son Asher has moved beyond the baby music program to individual violin lessons with the school. He enjoys his violin lessons and performing so much he has also decided to join Mandeville’s violin stars performance group. We must not underestimate the importance of good music foundation in the nascent days of one’s music learning. It is for these reasons that Mandeville will always be the school of choice for me and my children.

My daughter attended Preschooler Music and Preschooler Graduate Course by Miss Tang. It is amazing how her music classes have enhanced my child’s initial introduction to music skills and techniques with fantastic curriculum. It helped us discover my child’s passion for music at an early age and it was also a wonderful experience for us to bond and learn together with our child. Ms Tang is an extremely passionate teacher. She brings out the best in each child while maintaining a certain level of energy and keeping the group focused while integrating rhythm into each play. Highly recommended Miss Tang’s classes for parents who wants to builds a strong foundation for their child’s musical journey.

My baby started violin with Mandeville at the age of 3. Participated in many events including overseas performances with the school. Via these engagements, she has come to have a greater and deeper understanding of music, which led her to her ABRSM achievements. These events have certainly helped her gain confidence over the years. Back then she was a little shy girl who always hid in her shell but has now grown into a confident young lady. We are so blessed and grateful to have met some really extraordinary coaches and mentors, who would run the extra mile for the children. We really valued our relationship with Mandeville.

Teacher Amir has been very patient when teaching my son Ashton how to play the guitar, which instilled and fueled Ashton's love for and interest in guitar playing. At the start, Ashton was rather unconfident and unsure about many things, but Teacher Amir was very thorough, consistent and encouraging, which aided Ashton in his journey and now, he is able to perform well and with much more confidence than before. Besides, Teacher Amir is flexible and considerate in accommodating to our schedule, making it easier for us to plan our lessons without much issue. Thank you Teacher Amir..

My children started learning the violin at the tender age of four with Baby Suzuki Group Class. They then progressed to individual lesson and playing in the violin star ensemble. Through their learning journeys, they have met many nurturing teachers who have inspired them to enjoy and play music beautifully. They have also forged many close friendships through playing in the ensemble. It’s like playing and creating music in a family. Music became fun and alive to them! I believe Mandeville opens the door to unlimited possibilities for (my) children in the area of nurturing their creative development and lifelong learning in music as a result of their participation in various local and overseas performances, as well as, for performances for a cause. Such a synergy at this tender age will certainly serve to enhance their growth in this (I believe) much needed area in Singapore.

The teachers are highly qualified and inspiring. They ignite love of music and continuously find ways to help the child improve. My son enjoys his weekly violin lessons and had accomplished several musical achievement under the nurturing teachers. The school maintains an open communication and also provides a platform for overseas performances. At Mandeville, I am assured that my child is learning under the best to develop his life- long music skills. Highly recommended!

My 7yr old boy has been learning ukulele for more than six months and have greatly enjoyed and advanced very fast on it. Thank you so much to teacher Amir who make it so fun and inspiring for him for his first experience in this instrument. It has certainly kindled his interest in ukulele and music on the whole! :)

My 4 year old takes group violin classes here under ms Natalia. She loves to play and is progressing very well. Very happy under ms Natalia's tutelage. The conservatory allows parents to book the recital studio for free for a few half hour slots. We used it to get to play on the beautiful yamaha grand piano.