As the 2024/2025 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) CBT Examination approaches, it’s crucial for music enthusiasts to have a comprehensive understanding of the JAMB Music Syllabus. This blog post aims to provide students with the necessary information to excel in the examination, including the complete syllabus and recommended textbooks.
Understanding the 2024/2025 JAMB Music Syllabus:
The JAMB Music examination evaluates candidates on their ability to grasp simple, basic, and intricate aspects of music. To ensure a thorough preparation, candidates must familiarize themselves with the following topics outlined in the JAMB Music Syllabus:
Key signatures and scales
Chord indications
Definition of simple musical terms, signs, and abbreviations
Determination of the key of a piece of music
Elementary composition
Evolution and development of popular music
General knowledge of Nigerian traditional music and other arts
History and literature of African music
History and literature of Western music
Nigerian traditional musical instruments
Intervals
Modulation
Music forms and media
Nigerian folksongs, types, forms, and characteristics
The staff
Time/time signature (simple and compound time signatures)
Download the JAMB 2024 Music Syllabus PDF:
Recommended Textbooks for JAMB Music Examination:
To delve deeper into the topics outlined in the syllabus, candidates are advised to explore the following recommended textbooks:
“Foundation of Nigerian Traditional Music” by Akpabot, S. E. (1986)
“Rudiments and Theory of Music” by Associated Board of the Royal School of Music (1958)
“The Form of Music” by Cole, W. (1969)
“Nigerian Musical Instruments” by Echezona, W. W. C. (1981)
“Choir Training and Choral Conducting for Africans” by Ekwueme, L. (1993)
“Music: An Appreciation” by Kamien, R. (1990)
“The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music” by Kennedy, M. (1985)
“The Enjoyment of Music” by Machlis, J. (1977)
“African Music” by Nketia, J. H. (1974)
“Teach Yourself Music” by Palmer, K. (1965)
Conclusion:
Success in the JAMB Music Examination is attainable through thorough preparation using the provided syllabus and recommended textbooks. As you embark on your journey to excel in this examination, make sure to delve into each topic with a comprehensive understanding. Best of luck in your preparations, and may you find joy and fulfillment in your musical endeavors!