Modern, Royal Conservatory or hybrid.
Piano lessons
Private piano lessons for the curious beginner and the working professional. Technique, reading, and repertoire built around the music the student actually wants to play.
Free
First trial lesson
1-on-1
Private format
30 / 45 / 60
Minute options
Since 1965
Teaching families
5 stars on Google
Trusted by hundreds of families
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
Our approach
Three ways students study piano here.
Every student's program is built around them. These are the three tracks most students fall into.
- 01
Modern program
Pop, contemporary and jazz. Chord work, improvisation and playing by ear alongside solid reading and technique.
- 02
Royal Conservatory
Full RCM exam preparation from preparatory through ARCT, with a classical specialist on faculty.
- 03
Hybrid
The best of both. A structured technical foundation with room for the student's own music each week.
What's included
Every piano student gets.
A private lesson is more than the 30 minutes on the schedule. Here is what comes with your weekly slot.
- Weekly one-on-one lesson at 214 Laird Drive
- A program designed around your goals and repertoire
- Practice roadmap and follow-up between lessons
- Recital and performance opportunities each year
- Exam preparation if you want the RCM path
- A studio full of teachers you can lean on
Faculty
Meet your piano teachers.
Working musicians with decades of stage and studio experience, teaching one-on-one.
Martin Aucoin
Piano Teacher
A veteran of the Toronto and Nashville scenes with Humber Jazz honours, Martin brings polish and pro chops to every piano student.
Lili Khachatryan
Piano Teacher, Classical Specialist
Our resident RCM specialist. An ARCT Piano Performer's Diploma holder and a graduate of Mirzoyan's Music School in Armenia.
Polina Melamed
Piano Teacher
Trained in the Russian tradition, Polina holds a Diploma in Piano Teaching and Musical Arts from the A.M. Gorkiy Pedagogical Institute.
Student stories
What piano families tell us.
A few notes from piano students and parents from around the neighbourhood.
“Was in TO for 5 weeks over the summer. Originally was looking to do group lessons, but ended up with private lessons at a very reasonable rate. Other than having a great instructor (thanks Robin!), I was introduced to Cubase 5, which has now become a regular part of my drum practice repertoire (now that I am back in Budapest), which has helped improve my music reading skills immensely. Drum-learning wise, the best call I've ever made!”
Laszlo Reichel
“Amazing lessons, relaxed but focused atmosphere, great place to meet other musicians and students.”
Matija Krunic
“Great staff, friendly environment! Matthew rocks!”
Layal S.
FAQ
Good questions we hear often.
Have another? Reach out. We'll happily answer before you commit to anything.
Ask a questionWhat age can students start?
We take piano students from around age 5 through adult. First lessons are focused on posture, listening and a few simple songs.
Do we need a piano at home?
A weighted 88-key digital piano is fine to start. If you are considering an acoustic, we are glad to advise on what to look for.
How long is a lesson?
Private lessons run 30, 45 or 60 minutes. Most young students start at 30 minutes and move up as the repertoire grows.
How it starts
From first message to first lesson.
- 1
Get in touch
Tell us about the student, age, prior experience and goals.
- 2
Free trial lesson
Meet a piano teacher and try a full lesson at no cost.
- 3
Weekly lessons
Lock in a regular slot that fits your school or work week.
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- Google reviewsRated 5.0
- Established1965 · Leaside
- CurriculumRCM exam prep
- PressVoted #1 by NOW Magazine