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Short Courses

Music Classes

Age 6 - Adult

Ukelele Short Courses

Who doesn't love the ukulele? This versatile instrument has steadily gained in popularity over the years, and for good reason! Our ukulele course will get students on their way to providing musical entertainment wherever they go. Students will learn technique, note reading, chording, and more. They will learn folk and popular songs; perfect for this cheerful instrument. Ukulele is a great instrument for all ages, but especially children as the size makes it easily accessible. Join our course; you won't regret it!

Age 8 - Adult

Guitar Course

This course is perfect for the beginning guitarist who loves hanging out in a group! Our guitar course covers all of the basics you need to start playing your favourite songs: note reading, chording, picking, and other techniques. Students will be exposed to different styles as they progress through the course. It provides something for everyone!

My two girls started learning music with Ms. Jillian and Ms. Melanie at the age of 3, and it has been over 8 years ever since. Ms. Jill and Ms. Mel are both outstanding, truly dedicated, and highly talented music teachers, and their commitment to their students is evident. They are patient, caring, accommodative, professional, and knowledgeable.

Ms. Jill and Ms. Mel are both highly trained Yamaha teachers who have been teaching the Yamaha curriculum (from beginner to advance) for over a decade. My daughters started with “Music wonderland” course, completed all “JMC” courses, and graduated from the “SAC” courses. They have enjoyed every minutes of the group lessons and the private lessons from the very beginning, connecting with the teachers’ warmth and their consistently positive approach. Ms. Jillian and Ms. Melanie did not only teach them to play piano, but also imparted their enthusiasm and love of music onto my daughters and have focused on developing their musicianship. Moreover, they continually advance themselves, exploring new approaches to improve teaching, and customizing their teaching techniques to suit each student’s particular interest and talent.

Now music is an integral part of my two daughters’ life: they play piano (RCM 8 level), they compose (attending many Junior Original Concerts), they accompany (during school assembly and other events). And most importantly, they enjoy it all. We are forever grateful.

– Fangzi Z.

"My daughter has been taking piano lessons since 2015 and she loves going to piano lessons with Melanie, at YaMusic. Although my daughter has had many excellent teachers in the past, Melanie has been her best piano teacher. Melanie is amazing with her incredible energy and her ability to relate with young people. As a previous teacher, it is clearly evident Melanie is well prepared for each class which lends to a great learning environment. Melanie has a great presence in the room to keep everything fun yet productive. My daughter was taking piano lessons at Giovanni Music for 5 years which is where we met Melanie. We were very disappointed to find out Giovanni Music canceled their group piano classes at the beginning of 2020. We were relieved and excited to find out Melanie and Jullian opened YaMusic. All the staff at YaMusic are wonderful people who are passionate about music. I highly recommended YaMusic."

- Ken Mah

"Our kids started piano lessons at YaMusic in September, 2023 - so we're 5 months into our piano learning journey. They are in a group lesson that requires parents to be present for each of the classes, so I've had the pleasure of witnessing first-hand the YaMusic teaching style and development process. The program has been outstanding. I cannot believe how much the kids have learned to this point and the lessons are always engaging, fun and informative. Melanie has been teaching the kids and she's been amazing. She's always very prepared, fun (yet professional), and keeps the class flowing nicely - in no time the hour has passed and it's time to head home!"

- Jennifer Carver

"We had the opportunity to take group piano lessons with Miss Melanie at YaMusic this year. We could not be happier with the experience! It has been a comprehensive way for my children (ages 5 and 7) to learn music from a young age. They have had the opportunity to learn to play many songs on the piano, read music, sing the notes, write notes in workbook activities, play solos, practice playing in ensembles with their peers, and more. Miss Melanie is a gem. She is such a talented musician, and has a gift for teaching kids! The kids learn and have so much fun with each lesson. Feedback is positive and constructive. She shares the joy of music with her students each and every week. I am thrilled we discovered YaMusic and will definitely be continuing music lessons with Miss Melanie. If you are looking for lessons, my recommendation is to run, not walk, and book lessons with YaMusic as well!"

- Rhonda Skinner

Make your children's life special by enrolling them in YaMusic school!