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Lessons and Rates

We believe that a quality learning environment, that is inspirational and motivating, is a key factor in developing musical abilities. Our home studio features high quality musical instruments including a May Berlin Schimmel grand piano. We also provide recommendations on setting up quality learning environments in the home, particularly when online lessons are involved.  

Lesson Formats

Lesson Formats

Private Lessons
One-on-one instruction tailored to each student’s strengths, challenges, and pace of learning. This format allows for highly individualized teaching and steady progress.

Partner Lessons (Online Piano Only)
Partner lessons pair two students in a shared piano lesson guided by a lead teacher and a teacher apprentice. This format encourages motivation and collaboration and can be a more economical option for families with multiple students. Partner lessons are currently offered for online piano only.

Scheduling & Length

Lesson Scheduling

Lessons are typically scheduled once per week. Lesson length is based on age, experience, and learning goals.

  • 30 minutes: Beginners or casual study

  • 45 minutes: Students following structured programs or exam preparation

  • 60 minutes: Advanced levels

Additional or more frequent lessons may be recommended during exam periods or when extra support is beneficial.

Learning Approach

A Well-Rounded Music Education

Regardless of instrument, students receive balanced instruction that supports technical development, musical understanding, listening skills, and creative growth. Lessons are always adapted to each student’s individual needs and goals.

Explore Lessons by Instrument

Piano Lessons 

 Guitar Lessons   

  Drum Lessons

 Bass Lessons

Private Lesson Fees (Principal Teacher/Teacher)

30 minute lesson      $28.00

45 minute lesson      $42.00

60 minute lesson      $56.00

Partner Lesson Fees per student (Principal Teacher/Teacher plus Teacher Apprentice)

30 minute lesson      $22.00

45 minute lesson      $33.00

Piano lessons fees are due monthly in advance on the first of the month. All overdue accounts are subject to a $10 late fee. 

Registration and Registration Fee

Each student who pursues music study is subject to a $25 annual registration fee.  This fee is used to partially  offset the costs of the following items:

  • Time spent with the student at recitals, festivals, and other performance opportunities

  • Time spent in preparation for the student 

  • Trips to the music store, lesson planning, bookkeeping, development of curriculum.

  • It has been cited by professional music journals that for every hour enrolled in piano lessons, you are investing in at least 2 hours of the teachers time.

  • Teacher training and experience

  • Tonic Tutor studio subscription and other app subscriptions that are used during both online and in studio lessons

  • Additional recital costs and preparations not covered by annual registration fee

  • Programs, refreshments, facility rental 

  • Professional organization memberships such as ORMTA (Ontario Registered Music Teachers Association)

  • Memberships are maintained by the teacher to enhance their teaching skills and provide the student with opportunities for festivals, competitions, and performance events.

  • Studio expenses

  • Copying, computer software, incentive programs, instruments, tunings, repairs, newsletters.

  • Teacher discounts for music books and materials (when applicable)

  • Continuing education lessons and classes that keep the teacher current on methods and techniques 

  • Certification costs 

  • RCM (Royal Conservatory or Music) certified teachers pay to be re-certified annually