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MC² Music
  • Home
  • Lessons
  • Tuning
  • About
  • Student/Parent Login
  • Contact
  • Book a Trial Lesson

What ages do you teach?

We teach adults of any age, and children as young as 4! However, before beginning lessons, we recommend that young children be able to recognize letters at least from A to G and numbers at least from 1 to 5, as well as having the ability to follow simple directions and a basic understanding of left and right.

What sort of instrument do I need?

A properly-tuned acoustic piano or weighted 88-key digital piano with at least one pedal is recommended, though smaller keyboards (such as 61 keys) may be adequate at the beginning.

If you’re looking for a digital piano, recommended brands include Roland, Yamaha, Kawai, and Casio.

How long are lessons?

The majority of students do half-hour lessons; one-hour options are also available for serious students and more advanced students.

In addition to weekly lessons, if consistent progress is to be expected, each assigned piece should be practiced 3-5 times per day, aiming to practice at least 5 days per week.

Do you offer recitals and/or exams?

Yes! Recitals will be held at least once a year to provide an opportunity for students to gain valuable performance experience.

We can help students prepare for examinations with the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM). We also offer unofficial exams with another teacher in the studio, based on the Royal Conservatory syllabus.

How much do lessons cost?

During the school year (Sept-June), half-hour piano lessons are $93 per month; a standard $5 fee will be added for late payments.

We also offer two convenient, hassle-free prepayment options: by the semester ($465) or for the full school year ($930).

There is also a $5 monthly discount for each additional sibling enrolled or for one-hour lessons.

During July and August, lessons will be offered on an “à la carte” basis at $26/lesson

What does my tuition cover?

In addition to reserving your lesson timeslot, tuition also covers recital expenses, printing costs, prizes, and studio events.

Why use monthly tuition?

Simple budgeting and extra savings! Flat-rate tuition keeps your monthly expenses completely predictable. Because holiday breaks are already built into the rate, you get the full benefit of 5-lesson months at no extra charge.

How many lessons does my tuition get me?

At least 36 lessons in the 10-month school year (September to June).

Students who join later in the school year will receive a customized lesson calendar based on the remaining months.

What if I miss a lesson?

Built-in “bonus weeks,” such as 5-lesson months, mean you can miss 2 or 3 days and still receive your full 36-lesson minimum for the school year.

However, missed lessons can always be cancelled/rescheduled through the student portal with at least 24 hours’ notice.

What about holidays?

School holidays have been accounted for when setting the tuition rate, and there will be no lessons those days (again, this results in a lower rate most months than if paying per lesson) 

What sort of equipment do I need?

For online lessons, students will need a laptop or tablet with a camera, microphone, and stable internet connection with low latency

Are online lessons as effective as in-person lessons?

In most cases, yes! Online lessons have some limitations, but there are also advantages and many students thrive with online lessons

What platforms do you use for online lessons?

We offer online lessons using FaceTime, Zoom, Google Meet, Facebook Messenger video, and Microsoft Teams
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