Private lessons with real structure
Students build practical playing skills alongside rhythm, reading, theory, technique, and musical confidence.
Leaside Music School
A beautiful place to learn music properly.
Since 1965, Leaside Music School has helped children, teens, and adults build real musicianship through private lessons that feel personal, welcoming, and serious about progress.
Voted #1 by NOW Magazine
Private lessons in the GTA
Our approach
Solid music education without the stiffness.
The school began with a strong focus on drumset and percussion, then grew into a complete private lesson school for piano, guitar, drums, voice, woodwinds, and more.
Students are taught to understand music, not simply copy songs. Lessons combine practical playing, theory, listening, technique, and the confidence to keep improving.
Every program is shaped around the student, whether they are starting their first instrument, preparing for an exam, returning to music as an adult, or learning for enjoyment.
What families can expect
A school with history, warmth, and high standards.
Experienced professional teachers
Lessons are taught by capable musicians who can adapt to beginners, advanced players, children, teens, and adults.
Rentals and gift certificates
Families can ask about instrument rentals, lesson gift certificates, and the right path for a new student.
5 stars on Google
Trusted by hundreds of students
Teaching since 1965
60+ years in the neighbourhood
RCM exam prep
Certified professional teachers
Voted #1 by NOW Magazine
Best music school in the GTA for private lessons
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- Google reviewsRated 5.0
- Established1965 · Leaside
- CurriculumRCM exam prep
- PressVoted #1 by NOW Magazine