STUDIO IS NOW OPEN FOR IN PERSON LESSONS WITH COVID-19 PROTOCOLS IN PLACE
ONLINE LESSONS VIA ZOOM ARE ONGOING
COURSES OFFERED
PIANO LESSONS
Now also available online!
Progressive private piano lessons following the syllabus of the Royal Conservatory of Music. This includes repertoire, studies, technical requirements, ear-training and sight-reading.
Students wishing to register for practical examinations of the RCM Certificate Program will be prepared to do so.
30-minute lessons are best for very young children;
45-minute lessons are ideal for most beginner students;
60-minute lessons are recommended for intermediate and advanced students.
Fees:
30 minutes: $25.00
45 minutes: $35.00
60 minutes: $45.00
MUSIC THEORY
Progressive theory lessons following the syllabus of the Royal Conservatory of Music. For more detailed course information please consult the online theory syllabus.
Starting at the Grade 5 level, students may register for the co-requisite theory examinations of the RCM Certificate Program.
For levels 8-ARCT, separate theory classes are necessary because of the quantity of material to be covered and the level of the program.
An accelerated theory program is offered to advanced students nearing the 5-year deadline for completing theory co-requisites.
Private theory lesson fees:
30 minutes: $25.00
45 minutes: $35.00
60 minutes: $45.00 (recommended for Levels 8 - ARCT)
Group theory* class fees (60 minutes):
2 participants: $35.00 pp
3 participants: $25.00 pp
*60 minute classes only, maximum of 3 students per class
Rudiments
Preparatory - Level 4
Preparatory and Elementary Rudiments instruction is offered as a component of the piano lessons.
Levels 5 - 7
Level 8
Intermediate Rudiments instruction offered either as a component of the piano lesson or as a separate course. Small groups possible. Examination preparation.
Separate Advanced Rudiments course. Small groups possible, Examination preparation. Accelerated program available.
Harmony and Counterpoint
Levels 9 - ARCT
Progressive study of Harmony and Counterpoint. Examination preparation. Small group instruction possible. Accelerated program available.
Music History
Levels 9 - ARCT
Analysis
ARCT
Progressive study of Music History. Examination preparation. Small group instruction possible. Accelerated program available.
Progressive study of musical analysis, covering Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20th Century styles. Examination preparation. Small group instruction possible. Accelerated program available.
Specialized Instruction
Various
Preparation for CEGEP music program theory entrance examinations and placement tests. Ear-training courses.