The Piano Studio
17665 Leslie St. L3Y 3E3 Newmarket, ON, Canada

How to Optimize Your Virtual Lessons on Zoom. -Make sure you have a sufficient device for the job a reasonably powerful desktop or laptop with a decent quality webcam is your friend. -Invest in an inexpensive condenser microphone and stand.... -Set up your space beforehand! Make sure you give yourself enough time before your class to set up your space to learn! -Download zoom to your computer ahead of time. https://zoom.us/

Student Recognition Alert! Congratulations to Lorena Magarinos for completing Alfred’s Premier 1B, way to go!

Baby News! On Tuesday December 29th, our teacher Dina gave birth to a baby boy named Tyrese! He is 9 lbs, 6 oz; both mom and baby are home and doing well. Congratulations, Dina!

Attention Parents and Students Many of our teachers are regularly using the My Music Staff platform to share music resources to their students. Are you taking advantage of the Online Resources your teacher has made available to you on the My Music Staff online portal? ... If not, please take some time to check it out! Follow these easy steps to access important files or documents from your teacher on My Music Staff: 1- Make sure you are on the "Home" page. 2-On the left hand side, click on "Online Resources". 3-Find your Teacher's name and click the folder. 4-Once in the folder, you will be able to access any files/documents that your teacher has made available to you! www.mymusicstaff.com

Teacher of the Week Sabina Sabina is friendly, cheerful and teaches in a fun and engaging way. She has 10 years of teaching experience at The Piano Studio and is comfortable teaching RCM as well as pop repertoire. ... Music has been a big part of her life and her family since she was a child and she loves connecting with her students to pass on her knowledge.

Recitals are coming ! By now, all students should have received an email from us, and in class students will have a hand out in class from their teacher about our annual Christmas recitals. This year we are going virtual! Recitals will take place on the weekends of December 4/5 and 11/12. Each teacher has been assigned a day and time. If you would like your child to participate, call or email our studio and we will sign them up.... If your recital day/time does not work for you, you can request another recital time as of November 26th. . . . #christmas #recital #virtual #holidayseason #holiday #piano #recitalseason #musicrecital #pianorecital #zoom #virtualrecital #newmarket #aurora #student #teacher See more

Congratulations Claudia & Vandod completed their virtual Royal Conservatory exams with excellent results ! A lot of hard work goes into preparing for an exam, and all of your hard work has paid off! Well done! . . ... : . #exam #rcm #royalconservatoryofmusic #piano #pianoexam #student #welldone #appreciation #congrats #musiclessons #musiclessonsforkids See more

Meet Stephanie ! Stephanie is a wonderful part of our teaching team here at the Piano Studio and has been teaching with us for over 5 years. She is a highly qualified musician with a Bachelor of Musical Arts degree from The University of Western Ontario. Stephanie teaches both saxophone (online only) and (online and in studio) and her students absolutely love having her as their teacher ! . . ... . #teachersofinstagram #teacher #teacherlife #teachersofig #musiceducation #music #musicislife #pianolessons #saxophoneplayer #studio #saxophone See more

Looking for ways to give back this holiday season ? Every year, The Piano Studio supports The Samaritan’s Purse Charity called Operation Christmas Child. With your help this organization helps children all over the world receive a gift this holidayseason. We have shoeboxes at both Newmarket and Aurora locations for you to pick up and fill with gifts . We just ask that you return your shoebox to either locatio...n no later than, Saturday November 21st ! . . . #shoebox #operationchristmaschild #samaritanspurse #shoeboxes #christmas #newmarket #aurora See more

This Remembrance Day, we remember the incredible sacrifice Canadian Veterans made so we can live in freedom today. #remembranceday

Congratulations to our two winners (Paige and Sabrina) from our Halloween draw! Have fun playing your ukuleles ! . . . ... #ukulele #contest #winners #musiclessons #musiclessonsforkids #congrats #newmarket #aurora See more

Please welcome us in joining Tim, Alena and Valeria to the Piano Studio's teaching team ! We are so thankful that these three teachers came on board to teach with us this year . They are all settling in well and enjoying making meaningful connections with their students . . ... . . #new #teacher #teachersofinstagram #welcome #appreciate #musiclessons #musiclessonsforkids #musiclessonsonline #guitarlessons #drumlessons #violinlessons #newmarket #aurora #thankful See more

We are so grateful for our dedicated teachers ! We loved this photo Olga shared recently; even though we cannot see her smile behind her mask, she radiates joy every day and you can tell she is so happy to be back! Thank you Olga #appreciate We love our teachers! . . ... . . #teachersofinstagram #teacher #musician #piano #appreciationpost #covid_19 #staysafe #studio #socialdistancing #playmusic #mondaymood #pianomusic #trebleclef #quarternote #newmarket #newmarketsmallbusiness #auroraontario #newmarketontario #markham #richmondhill #toronto #6ix #ontario #canada See more

A big "Congratulations" goes out to Anjali Rao - an extremely talented young woman who was a student with us at The Piano Studio for 11 years! Anjali began taking Guitar lessons at the age of 7 and the next year she added Piano lessons to her weekly lesson program. After several years of taking both instruments, Anjali decided to focus on her Piano, working her way through the RCM program. This past summer, Anjali completed ...her RCM Level 10Piano exam (online!) with excellent results! We will no longer see Anjali around the studio, as she is now studying Economics at The University or Toronto. While we will miss the regular contact with Anjali (and hearing her performances at our Student Recitals!), we look forward to seeing what she will accomplish in her future which is very bright indeed! . . . #accomplishments #studentsuccess #waytogo #yesyoucan #rcm #piano #studio #amazing #musiclessons #newmarket #gta #aurora See more

In response to COVID-19, The Piano Studio has phased out our paper Agenda books to limit as much surface contact as possible. Instead, we have been using an online platform called My Music Staff which allows teachers to write and send student notes each week. No more "I forgot my Agenda at home!" Students simply login through the portal to access weekly notes from their teacher! @mymusicstaffapp . ... . . #pianolessonsonline #pianolessons #pianolessonsforkids #musiclessons #musiclessonsforkids #app #online #learn #teaching #newmarketwhatshappening #newmarketsmallbusiness #newmarketontario #aurora See more

We made it through our first week of "Back to School" ! It has been so wonderful to see our students & in the classrooms together, and hearing music in the hallways has made the week so special . Everyone has been very observant of all of the Covid-related changes to our procedures and we are grateful ! . . ... . #backtoschool #socialdistancing #pianolessons #music #studio #teacherlife #musician #student #studentlife #musica #newmarket #onlinelearning #safetyfirst #ontario #canada See more

Congratulations to these students who completed a RCM virtual exam . What an amazing accomplishment way to go ! . . . #rcm #exam #piano #pianoexam #studio #newmarket #lessons #aurora

We are SO excited to welcome our in-class students back into the studios this week! While things look a little different, there is still a lot that hasnt changed - especially the music , and the way ALL who work at The Piano Studio believe it makes life better ! . . . ... #studiolife #studio #music #trebleclef #welcome #welcomeback #backtoschool #school #studiovibes #pianoclass #pianolessons #guitarist #drumming #newmarketwhatshappening #newmarket #aurora See more

Who knew sanitizing could be musical?! https://www.facebook.com/OviRad/videos/10218701403699500

We are still accepting new students AND its not too late to sign up for lessons in Class or Online ! The Piano Studio offers lessons on the following instruments: piano , guitar , drums, violin , and voice ! . . ... . #piano #guitar #voice #drums #pianolessons #musiclessons #onlinelearning #studio #newmarket #aurora See more

Preparations for In-Studio Lessons are underway! A big Thank You to Jared & Rudy for their hard work to make our classrooms a safe space for teachers and their students ! The countdown is on till we welcome our in-class students back! **please note ** (Rudy and Jared are in the same social bubble and there were no customers in the store, so they were able to work without masks on ). . ... . . #studio #lessons #piano #pianolessons #newmarket #aurora #safetyfirst #instudio #backtoschool #student #teacher See more

Please be advised that there are no lessons this week! Our new school year for both In-Class and Online lessons begin Tuesday September 8th. Looking forward to seeing everyone then ! . . ... . #lessons #september #backtoschool #zoom #newmarket #aurora #pianolessons #guitarlessons #violinlessons #drumline #drumlesson #thepianostudio #markham #richmondhill #oakridges See more

As of Today, Monday August 24th, both of our locations are open again for customer visits ! Visit us to enroll for lessons and/or purchase: books , instruments , and accessories ! For our most up-to-date hours , visit our website www.thepianostudio.com/contact-us/. . ... . . #enrollnow #enrolltoday #enrollment #enroll #learn #grow #musiceducation #musiceducationmatters #pianolessons #pianolessonsforkids #newmarket #aurora #toronto #markham #richmondhill #newmarketsmallbusiness See more

Enroll for September Lessons (in Studio OR Online ) Its not too late to sign up for music lessons! Our teachers are so excited to get back into the studio and look forward to seeing you there! We still have lots of spots available however spots do fill up fast, so dont hesitate! Looking forward to seeing you in a few weeks! Students have the option of booking for in person lessons OR Online! ... . . . #musiclessons #music #pianolessons #gta #zoomlessons #newmarket #aurora #guitarlessons #vocallessons #toronto #6ix #richmondhill #studiolife #drumlessons #saxophonelessons See more

Customer Testimonial by Santana - mother of two piano students (Ages 5 and 6) currently taking lessons online! "The virtual classes are going great! " If you have a younger musician in the family and are interested in trying some lessons with us, please contact a staff member! We are more than happy to discuss lesson options with you! ... . . . #music #musician #piano #virtualclasses #onlinelearning See more

Attention Students and Parents! As a reminder, there will be no regularly scheduled lessons on: Friday July 31st, Saturday Aug 1st or Monday August 3rd, due to the Civic Long Weekend! Enjoy Your Weekend! ... . . . #reminder #longweekend #music #lessons #piano #guitar #newmarket #aurora See more

A Student Testimonial: I like my online lessons . They work the same as in person. It takes up less time because we dont have to drive there. My online RCM exam was also good; it was almost the same as an in person exam and I liked that I could play on my own piano. .... . . What do you like about your online lessons? Let us know in the comments below . . . #student #piano #onlinelessons @thepianostudiocanada #newmarket #musicschool #smallbusiness #piano #aurora #toronto #richmondhill #markham #bradford #rcm #royalconservatoryofmusic See more

Congratulations to the students who achieved excellent results on their RCM Online Exams! It takes an incredible amount of hard work and determination to prepare for an RCM examination not to mention playing in front of an adjudicator ONLINE! These students deserve acknowledgement; we are very proud of them! Students will continue with RCM Online Exams throughout the Summer good luck to those whose Exam is still to come!! #rcm #music #newmarket #aurora @ The Piano Studio

The Piano Studio Family is Growing! We are thrilled to share that Jared and his wife Eileen are now proud parents to a beautiful baby boy! Caleb Arthur Fast was born on Wednesday, July 15. Jared, Eileen and Caleb are healthy and well we couldnt be happier !

Online Teacher Feature, Ft. Ramona. We are truly thankful for Ramona, and thrilled that she is a part of the Piano Studios teaching team. Ramonas energetic and passionate spirit truly makes her piano lessons fun and entertaining for her students ! ... Did you know, that Ramona also teaches flute? . . . #musicrocks #music #musiceducation #musicteacher #pianolessons #flutelessons #piano #flute #online #teacher #feature The Piano Studio

A Customer Testimonial written by a mother of two piano students. We all really enjoying the zoom lessons so far. Of course it's not the same as in person, but honestly given the current situation, it is a fantastic way to keep the boys engaged. Both are continuing to practice, learn and continue to fill our house with music during this time. Both boys fell into a great rhythm with both of their teachers. My one son has progressed more since everything shut down due to ...COVID-19. He has had more time to practice and I have had more time to sit with him to make sure he was getting a quality practice in! With my other son, we were initially not sure about rescheduling the RCM exam, however, it was such a great decision! He was really prepared, thanks to his teacher! Having already done the lessons by zoom, it helped with our comfort for the exam. Now we can look forward to preparing for his grade 2 exam in the fall! . . . #customertestimonial #feedback #rcm #zoom #pianolessons #piano #musiclessons #progress #music #teacherappreciation #thankyou #thepianostudio The Piano Studio

A Video Update From Jared and Elise!

Attention Students! One of our guitar teachers, William, will be performing with his wife on Facebook on: Saturday July 11th at 9pm! The show will be publicly broadcast, so everyone will be able to tune in! www.facebook.com/musicboxgroup... #facebook #facebooklive #musicboxgroup #music #performance

We love hearing from YOU Please read a Customer Testimonial written by Gisella - mother of one violin student, and one piano student. Isabella and Tristan were happy to complete their remote exams on June 11th and 12th, respectively, and they were very happy to get their marks yesterday. Isabella received 81 and Tristan had a mark of 88 . ... Thank you to The Piano Studio for your support and dedication. Thank you to Sabina for all her work with Isabella. A big thank you to Elise and Stephanie for their time, commitment, and patience during remote lessons and helping them achieve their goal of completing their RCM exams in June. Your kindness is truly appreciated . Gisella Way to Go Tristan and Isabella for receiving outstanding marks on your exams!

Summer Promotion! Buy Six Summer Lessons, Get 1 Summer Lesson Free! . . . #summer #musiclessons #music #promo #pianolessons #guitarlessons #drumlessons #violinlessons #zoom #vocallessons #newmarket #aurora #richmondhill #toronto

A Customer Testimonial by Shawn Wallace, a parent of a piano student. Isadora was initially concerned that her study of the RCM Piano Theory program would stall when the implications of the pandemic started to set in. However, since the adoption of online learning at TPS, she has been able to pick up from her in-class lessons and is working constructively toward her level 7 exam this summer. The software to connect to her teacher is easy to use, and her ability to learn the ...curriculum has been unchanged given the simplicity and effectiveness of the online tools used by TPS! . . . #customertestimonial #customerappreciation #customerfeedback #feedback #support #rcm #musiclessons #theory #musiceducation #piano #aurora #newmarket See more

Summer Lessons Begin today! It's not too late to sign up! . . . #summer #pianolessons #musiclessons #onlinelessons #zoom #music #piano #guitar #voice #drumlessons #violin #newmarmket #aurora

Happy Canada Day ! May this be a day of unity and national pride for us all.

Online Teacher Feature, ft. Siamak. We are thankful for Siamak ! Siamak is a patient, kind and sweet teacher who truly has a passion for music and teaching! We are so happy to have him on our teaching team!

Just a reminder, No lessons Today, Monday June 29th, tomorrow Tuesday June 30th or Wednesday, July 1st. Summer Lessons begin, Thursday July 2nd, online! If you havent registered for summer lessons yet and would like to do so, its not too late! Call or email someone at the front desk to book summer lessons! Perhaps now is the time to try a new instrument?

Summer Lessons Begin today! Its not too late to sign up! . . . #summer #pianolessons #musiclessons #onlinelessons #zoom #music #piano #guitar #voice #drumlessons #violin #newmarmket #aurora

We held our second and final weekend of recitals online this past weekend, and they were all a success! Again, many thanks to all of our dedicated teachers, supportive parents, and to all our brave students who performed! Give us a if you spot yourself or someone you know in a photo! ... #online #recital #musiclessons #pianolessons #smallbusiness #newmarket #aurora #zoom #smile #performance #rcm @ Newmarket, Ontario See more

A Customer Testimonial by Andrea Williams, mother of a piano and vocal student. Our daughter has been with the Piano Studio for a number of years and we are so pleased with the staff and teachers. Although COVID 19 has eliminated so many activities we were just thrilled when the Piano Studio quickly implemented on line lessons. Our daughter can now continue her vocal and piano lessons each week using zoom which is so easy. It is so important for kids to have an activit...y to look forward to right now and this will also help our daughter retain what she has learned this year. Her teacher Jane is just terrific. In addition to helping her progress through the fundamentals of her piano levels she has helped her find music that is by her favourite artists which inspire and motivate her to play. Thank you Piano Studio team for your ongoing efforts to educate and inspire a love of music in our kids and our community. ... #musiclessons #onlinelessons #onlinelearning #zoom #voicelessons #pianolessons #progress #zoom #education #music #musiceducation #gta #newmarket #aurora #toronto #testimonial

Confirm your spot for September! As of today, any spaces that have not been confirmed will be opened up, and will be filled on a first-come, first served basis.

Online Teacher Feature! Here is a snap shot of Davids Online Teaching setup in his home! We are thankful for David and his commitment to his students!

A Customer Testimonial by Sue Berry, mother of 2 piano students. We love getting feedback from our lesson customers! Our kids started their virtual piano lessons with Jane and Stephanie the first available week. It has really helped them to focus on a normal part of their routine, both with practicing and lessons. The platform is easy to use and the lesson notes in the My Music Staff portal are a great help! The boys love that they are able to continue learning and its a nice treat for us parents to be able to be more involved with their teachers and lessons. Thank you!"

This past weekend we hosted our first Virtual June Recitals! While this was a different way to experience our end-of-year performances, the result was the same! The students played wonderfully, achievements were celebrated, and we all came away feeling uplifted . Thank you so much to the students who shared their music, to the teachers who continue to work so hard, and to all the parents for cheering on your kids (and setting up the technology) ! We are excited for more Virtual Recitals coming this weekend . @ Newmarket, Ontario

Please enjoy a lovely and peaceful guitar serenade by one of our guitar teachers, Siamak. Can anyone guess the song?