Why Music Continues to Matter as We Age As we move through different stages of life, the ways we care for our health often begin to shift. As we get older, many of us begin thinking about wellness a little differently. It’s not just about staying physically active anymore. Mental sharpness, emotional well-being, and maintaining
The Myth of “Natural Talent” When people think about music lessons, it’s easy to assume that the students who succeed most are the ones who are naturally gifted. The child who seems to pick things up quickly. The student who has a “good ear.” The one who looks confident sitting at the piano from day
A Behind-the-Scenes Look for Curious Parents If music lessons have ever crossed your mind for your child, you’ve probably had a few questions along the way. What actually happens during a lesson? Will my child enjoy it? Will it feel structured… or overwhelming? It’s completely normal to wonder what goes on once your child walks
Stephanie began teaching Piano and Saxophone five days/week back in the fall; she has been a very valuable asset to The Piano Studio and our Teaching Team! Thank you, Stephanie, for your thoughtful answers to our questions! When did you first start playing your instrument? I started piano lessons at age 7 and started playing
Dina has made a welcome addition to our Teaching Team this year, teaching both piano & flute. She also teaches our Yamaha group classes at the Newmarket location. Thank you, Dina, for answering our questions! When did you first start playing piano & flute? My mom took me to piano lessons when I was 4.
Flora continues to teach piano at The Piano Studio on Saturdays, while attending Teacher’s College during the week. We are grateful for her commitment! Flora is also one of our trained and certified Yamaha instructors. Here are Flora’s answers to our questions. When did you first start playing your instrument? I started playing piano when
Raymond is one of the most cheerful people we know – always coming to work with a big smile for everyone! We were thankful he took the time to answer our questions! When did you first start playing your instrument? I started much later than most people, around the age of 10 years old. Who
