Instruments:
- Piano
Services:
- Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate)
- RCM
- RCM - Advanced Rudiments
- RCM - Basic Harmony
- RCM - Basic Rudiments
- RCM - Intermediate Rudiments
Languages:
- English
With over 25 years of teaching experience, I pride myself on offering a personalized approach for every student, whether adults or children. Lessons should be fun, encouraging, patient, and free of pressure. They should also provide students with a safe space to experiment, explore musical interests, and find their passion for music.
As my students embark on their musical journeys, I'm there with them, providing guidance and diverse experiences. I've helped students prepare for all levels of RCM exams, assisted them in recording albums, and even helped them write sheet music. I've also collaborated with school music teachers to create instrument parts for my students when needed.
While we cover the essential elements of music, I ensure each student's unique interests shape our lessons, creating a fun and imaginative learning environment. For over 25 years, I've prepared students for taking the practical and theoretical examinations of The Royal Conservatory of Music as a full-time private music educator. However, there is more to music than the classical genre; jazz was my first love, which I studied in college. My goal is to help each student find and develop their interests over time, whether classical, jazz, pop, composing music, or even learning the basics of music production.
For me, it's about more than just learning—it's about fostering a deep love for music, whether it's a cherished hobby or a budding career. My studio isn't just a place to learn; it's a place where music education becomes a personalized adventure tailored to each student's passions.
My passion for music led me to study at The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) in Toronto. I became an RCM-certified piano and theory teacher, earned my Elementary Piano Pedagogy Certificate, and have taught for over 25 years in my private studio, preparing students for RCM examinations in piano and theory at all levels. I also attended The Alberta College Conservatory of Music in Edmonton. Wanting to expand my horizons, I studied orchestration for film and television and music production through Berklee College of Music Online in Boston, where I received my two specialist certificates in those subjects. Additionally, I took theory and performance courses at Grant MacEwan Community College. While establishing my private teaching practice, I took the organist and choir director position for over five years at King of Kings Lutheran Church in St. Albert. Every step of this journey has been instrumental in shaping me into the musician and educator I am today.
My love for music started in childhood with my first piano teacher, my mother. She encouraged me to dive into the world of music. I often brought my five-octave Yamaha Keyboard on family vacations. I'm constantly eager to play, explore, and learn more, which I encourage in my students. I earned both my Specialist Certificate in Producing Music With Logic and Specialist Certificate in Orchestration for Film and TV through Berklee College of Music Online in Boston. I received additional training in composition and preparing orchestral scores and parts through Thinkspace Education and studied composition with the Open College of the Arts in the UK.
30 Minutes: $39.00
45 Minutes: $49.00
60 Minutes: $59.00
There is a one-time registration fee of 25 $ charged with the first lessons. All Taxes are included in prices, if applicable
NOTE: Your Credit card will be charged ONLY when the first lesson is set up and confirmed with the teacher