Learn how to play the piano from the comfort of your own home - all you need is keys and a can-do attitude! I offer a student centered curriculum that is primarily concerned with developing musical literacy within each student. My goal is that my students feel confident interpreting, creating and performing. A musician has many skills which they draw upon; often simultaneously. These include a strong sense of rhythm, ability to read music off of a page, playing by ear, a sense of comfort with their instrument and an understanding of musical structure & style.
I want to help you sound good, and enjoy yourself when you play. To achieve this, we look at a wide variety of pieces as well as explore improvisation, arranging and composition at the piano. Students are encouraged to perform at events throughout the year to celebrate what they have accomplished as well as build confidence and performance skills. I offer the opportunity to prepare for exams and a variety of music festivals and competitions as well as be involved in the community. High school students can earn credits through their participation in exams and volunteer opportunities.
I currently offer online lessons in English anywhere in the world to students of all levels.
Student Achievements
Conservatory Canada Medal for Excellence for the highest mark in Ontario
Graduation with ARCT in Piano Performance
Acceptance and completion of the B.Mus program at the University of Toronto
Solo recitals given at the Canadian Music Centre
Performances at the Koerner Hall
ORMTA Central Toronto Branch Scholarship Recital winners including "Overall Outstanding Performance"
Top placement in the ORMTA Provincial Music Writing Competition
First Class Honours with Distinction standing at RCM exams
Winners of theory exam scholarships
Winning performances at the North York Music Festival
ORMTA GTA Zone Competition participation
Silver Placement at the CFMTA National E-Festival
Teaching Qualifications
B.Mus in Piano Performance from the University of Manitoba
ARCT Diploma in Piano Performance
ARCT Diploma in Piano Pedagogy
Registered Music Teacher with the Ontario Registered Music Teachers' Association
RCM Certified Teacher: Advanced Specialist
Member of the RCM College of Examiners
Member of the Canadian Music Festival Adjudicators' Association
15 years of experience
Fees
30 minute weekly lesson - $174 per month
recommended for very young children/beginners
45 minute weekly lesson - $261 per month
recommended for children and teens beginner to Level 4
60 minute weekly lesson - $348 per month
recommended for adult students and children and teens Level 5 and above