Studio Calendar (General)
September-December: Term 1
January-June: Term 2
Who takes lessons in my studio?
Anyone with an interest in music and learning about music is welcome in my studio. I have taught students as young as four, and as young at heart as 80!
I offer:
My philosophy
Every person can learn, improve and grow successfully as a musician with regular practice. This is not only my philosophy, but also the philosophy of Dr. Suzuki and the Suzuki Method, upon which my earliest musical experiences are based; it is also shared by many of the wonderful music teachers and coaches with whom I have had the opportunity to study.
What affiliations and training do I have?
I have university level training in vocal performance, am a member of the Ontario Registered Music Teachers' Association (ORMTA) and have been a member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) and the Suzuki Association of the Americas (SAA). I also hold a Bachelor of Music, an Artist Diploma (both in voice performance), and a Bachelor of Education (UofT, OISE).
Studio Information & Location
My home studio is located in Gatineau (Touraine region). I have an Ottawa studio as well, at Rideau Park United Church (2203 Alta Vista Dr.)
The Meet and Greet: a Trial Lesson
Are you looking to take an introductory lesson or wondering if you and I, or your child and I, will work well together? A trial lesson provides teacher, student and parent the opportunity to find out, with no additional obligations! A trial lesson is like an interview - it offers prospective students and parents a chance to meet the teacher, ask some questions, get some answers, and see what a lesson is like! After the trial lesson, the parent and/or student decides whether or not to register. Trial lessons (generally 30 minutes) are charged at the same rate as a regular lesson.
Set of five
Just want to try a few lessons before registering? Then take a set of five. In five lessons, students and parents (if applicable) will experience the joy of music, discover the secrets of success, and get started on a journey toward making music. Simply request a "set of five" when registering.
As with private lessons, sets of five lessons are offered weekly by the half-hour, 3/4 hour and full hour. The fees are as follows:
Online Lessons (now using Forte!)
Although face to face lessons are the norm, and preferable, learning online does indeed work. Feeling under the weather? Live outside the Ottawa/Gatineau area? Can't make your regular lesson, and need an alternative? An online lesson may be the best solution for you.