The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has provided a list of recommended textbooks to help candidates prepare effectively for the Music subject in the examination. Using these JAMB recommended textbooks for Music will give you a solid understanding of the topics outlined in the syllabus and help you build the skills needed to succeed. Make sure to follow the syllabus closely and use these books to improve your chances of passing with a good score.
Below, you will find a list of the recommended textbooks for JAMB Music. We have also included some helpful tips that we believe will support your revision and increase your chances of passing the examination. Make sure to study well and use these resources to guide your preparation.
JAMB Recommended Textbooks For Music
| S/N | Title | Author(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Foundation of Nigerian Traditional Music | Akpabot, S. E. |
| 2 | Rudiments and Theory of Music | Associated Board of the Royal School of Music |
| 3 | The Form of Music | Cole, W. |
| 4 | Nigerian Musical Instruments | Echezona, W. W. C. |
| 5 | Choir Training and Choral Conducting for Africans | Ekwueme, L. |
| 6 | An ABC of Music | Holst, I. |
| 7 | Instruments of the Orchestra | Hosier |
| 8 | Elements of Music | Hunt, R. |
| 9 | Music for Secondary Schools Vols. I and II | Inanga, A. |
| 10 | Music: An Appreciation | Kamien, R. |
| 11 | The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music (3rd Ed.) | Kennedy, M. |
| 12 | Elementary Harmony Book 2 | Kitson, C. H. |
| 13 | Hausa Performing Arts and Music | Kofoworola, Z. O. & Lateef, Y. |
| 14 | A Concise History of Music | Lovelock, W. |
| 15 | The Rudiments of Music | Lovelock, W. |
| 16 | The Enjoyment of Music | Machlis, J. |
| 17 | Folksongs for Schools | Mensah, A. A. |
| 18 | The Oxford Harmony, Vol. I | Morris, R. O. |
| 19 | African Music | Nketia, J. H. |
| 20 | Teach Yourself Music | Palmer, K. |
| 21 | Basic Music: A Basic Theory Text | Reed, H. O. |
| 22 | The Guide to Music Theory | Taylor, E. |
| 23 | Graded Music Course for Schools, Books I–III | Warburton, A. O. |
Study Tips for JAMB Music Examination
- Always study according to the JAMB Music syllabus. It outlines exactly what topics you need to focus on.
- Make sure to read from the recommended books listed above. They cover the important topics and will give you a solid understanding.
- Find and practice past JAMB Music questions. This will help you get familiar with the exam format and the kind of questions to expect.
- Write short notes or summaries for each topic. This makes revision quicker and easier closer to the exam date.
- Plan your study time and stick to it. Break down topics into small parts and study a little every day.
- Since Music is practical, listen to different kinds of music, especially Nigerian traditional and classical music, to better understand concepts.
- Studying with friends can help you learn faster and clear doubts.
- Regular and steady study beats last-minute cramming. Keep a consistent pace.
- If you don’t understand a topic, don’t hesitate to ask your teachers or classmates for help.
- Believe in yourself, stay calm, and get enough rest before the exam day.
If you found this post helpful, please share it with other candidates who will be writing Music as one of their JAMB subjects. Check our page for recommended textbooks and the syllabus for Music and other subjects to help with your exam preparation.
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