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Below are descriptions of the music programs offered.

All lessons can be taught in-person* or online, across all time zones.

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   * The studio is located in Port Coquitlam, BC, close to Hyde Creek.

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Scheduled breaks and vacations are the same as the local school district.

Please see below.

 

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Wondering, "why study music?"

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Ready to register? Visit the Registration page.

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Consultations 

 

All consultations are FREE of charge and will be scheduled before your first lesson.

This gives us a chance to meet, ask questions, discuss musical goals, and get to know each other!

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Please contact me to schedule a consultation! 

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Solo Learners (Private Lessons)

 

Piano

 

These lessons are tailored to each student based on their age, skill level, and interests. Kids usually start in a method book, such as Alfred, Wunderkeys, or Celebrate Piano, while adults are taught from a variety of adult courses. Royal Conservatory of Music is also available.

 

Voice

 

The goal of studying voice is to have fun exploring the voice and the array of sounds it can make. All lessons and programs are based on the student's goals and skill level. Music will be selected based on the student’s individual level and musical interests.

 

Theory

 

This element of study is usually integrated into your piano or voice lesson, however, you may wish to study it separately. This is a great class for those who want to improve their note reading or understanding of sheet music. It is worth noting that the Royal Conservatory of Music has set mandatory levels of theory for specific grades, and separate classes may be required to prepare for exams.

 

Songwriting

 

Have fun writing your own songs and applying your musical skills. Through creative self-expression you will learn to follow lead sheets, compose melodies, and notate your own music. Some piano and voice instruction will be offered, as needed, to support songwriting skills.

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Group Learners​​

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School Year: Sept 2026 - Jun 2027

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Composing with Muttzart and Ratmaninoff - Level 1

Bi-Weekly Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 pm

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This is an in depth introduction to composing on the piano that will draw on the musical knowledge you have gained in your other lessons. Skills learned will be writing a motive, creating rhythms, using repetition, sequences, retrograde, and use of both hands.

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Composing - Level 2

Bi-Weekly Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 pm

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This class implements the tools learned in level one while building on concepts such as transposing, playing by ear, improvising, and more. Participants will be able to share their own compositions and learn from each other while exploring new ideas.​​

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Masterclasses

6 Sundays 3:30-4:30 pm PST

 - Sept 27

 - Nov 29

 - Jan 31

 - Feb 28

 - Apr 4

 - May 30

 

These classes give students the opportunity to perform in front of peers, learn the etiquette of performing/listening, learn about music history, and have fun playing music games with friends. Masterclasses are offered a few times throughout the year and are free of charge to private lesson students. Drop-in rates available.

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Other

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REEL Learners (Record Express Explore Listen)

 

Correspondence style, self-directed, video submissions! With this option you can record and send a video (approx 5 min) of you playing/singing, along with any questions, to your teacher, who will send you a video back! This online-learning format follows a natural, music-centred progression from creation to reflection. Record-Express-Explore-Listen-Learn

 

Each submission is billed separately but is offered free of charge to private students as a make-up lesson. 

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Recitals 

 

Twice a year students are given the chance to share what they have learned and to work on their performance skills in recitals. These opportunities are offered free of charge to Solo and Group Learners.

2 Sundays 3:30-4:30 pm PST

 - Oct 25, 2026

 - Apr 25, 2027

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