First 3 Lessons Just $49.00
We teach music lessons on piano, guitar, ukulele, voice, violin, viola, cello, drums,
clarinet, saxophone, flute, oboe, trumpet, french horn, trombone, baritone & tuba.
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clarinet, saxophone, flute, oboe, trumpet, french horn, trombone, baritone & tuba.
Click the Register Now link to take advantage of this great new student offer
or click the Contact Us link or call 519-204-9222 for more information!
Ukulele Lessons (Ages 5+)
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Ukulele lessons are currently available with the teacher(s) listed below and are open to all ages 5 and above. Students must have access to their own ukulele for practice at home. A method book will also be required, and we advise that you wait until your first lesson before purchasing a book so that the teacher can assess and recommend appropriately, which book to purchase. All of the above instruments & supplies as well as additional supplies that may be useful for ukulele lessons are available for purchase and/or rent from School of Music Arts. Please refer to our Rentals page for further details on instrument rentals.
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chrysa balaka
Music has been a central part of Chrysa's life, beginning with her early involvement in band programs. She began playing the french horn at age 12 and later expanded her musicianship to include piano, ukulele, and flute. Through this, she has developed a well-rounded musical background and experience working across both brass and woodwind instruments.
Chrysa holds a Bachelor's degree in Music Education and is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Music Education at Western University. She also has three years of experience teaching private music lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels. she enjoys creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel comfortable building their skills and exploring music.
At SMArts, Chrysa teaches a wide variety of instruments. She teaches baritone lessons, Clarinet Lessons, Flute Lessons, french horn lessons, Guitar Lessons, Piano Lessons, Saxophone Lessons, Trombone Lessons, Trumpet Lessons, ukulele lessons and tuba lessons.
Chrysa holds a Bachelor's degree in Music Education and is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Music Education at Western University. She also has three years of experience teaching private music lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels. she enjoys creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel comfortable building their skills and exploring music.
At SMArts, Chrysa teaches a wide variety of instruments. She teaches baritone lessons, Clarinet Lessons, Flute Lessons, french horn lessons, Guitar Lessons, Piano Lessons, Saxophone Lessons, Trombone Lessons, Trumpet Lessons, ukulele lessons and tuba lessons.
nathalie burden - limited space remaining
Nathalie has had a passion for music for as long as she can remember. She started as a dancer at age 4 and soon fell in love with singing in her parent's living room. At age 10, she started voice lessons and began competing and performing around her hometown, right outside of Ottawa. In school, she dabbled in many instruments, the electric bass, drums, saxophone, ukulele, etc. Nathalie has starred in many lead roles in her high school productions of Beauty and The Beast, Matilda the Musical, The Lion King, Cats, Tarzan, and Shrek the Musical. She's coming up on 8 years of teaching Voice Lessons, Piano Lessons, and ukulele lessons to people of all ages. She graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Voice Performance, where she continued to develop and pursue her passion for music and performance. She is now hoping to continue her studies by pursuing a Master's degree in Music Therapy, combining her love of music with her desire to support and connect with others through therapeutic practice. Nathalie prides herself in creating an individualized and uplifting learning environment for each of her students and believes that connecting with them helps in achieving their musical goals.
jordan dotson - limited space remaining
Jordan is a singer, song writer and professional musician with ample experience spanning across multiple mediums such as writing, recording and performing music all across Ontario. Jordan dedicated his life to music at the early age of 11 and he has attained an extensive understanding of music as a multi-instrumentalist working on countless projects over the years, playing guitar as his main instrument. Jordan is an experienced teacher dedicated to helping students reach their full potential through an adaptive approach to teaching that is student centered. In appreciation that each individual learns at their own pace in their own way, Jordan uses an integrative approach including both textbook and a flexible curriculum to maximize retention. Patience and the ability to make learning fun every step of the way is a skill he prides himself on. Jordan teaches acoustic, electric and bass Guitar Lessons, mandolin lessons, ukulele lessons and Drum Lessons.
rafael gross
Rafael is a Chilean-born guitarist, educator, composer, arranger and luthier with over 20 years of experience teaching and performing music. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Arts with a major in Classical Guitar Performance from the University of Chile, where he studied under renowned guitarists Ximena Matamoros and Luis Orlandini.
Throughout his career, Rafael has performed at festivals in Chile, Latin America, and Europe and has participated in masterclasses with internationally recognized musicians, including Roland Dyens, Ichiro Suzuki, Uwe Kropinsky, and the Canadian Guitar Quartet. His musical background combines classical training with extensive experience in electric guitar and contemporary styles.
As an educator, Rafael has taught classical and electric Guitar Lessons and ukulele lessons to students of different ages and skill levels for more than two decades. He has also served as a founding partner and Academic Director of Compass Academy in Santiago, Chile, where he developed educational programs and coordinated music instructors.
Rafael is also an experienced luthier specializing in the construction, setup, repair, and restoration of stringed instruments. This gives him a unique understanding of the guitar from both a musician's and an instrument maker's perspective.
His teaching approach is patient, flexible, and adapted to each student's goals and musical interests. Rafael believes that strong technique and musical theory are most effective when combined with music that inspires the student. Whether a student wants to explore classical repertoire, contemporary music, electric guitar, or simply learn to play their favorite songs, his goal is to create an enjoyable environment where students can develop confidence, creativity, and an lifelong appreciation for music.
Throughout his career, Rafael has performed at festivals in Chile, Latin America, and Europe and has participated in masterclasses with internationally recognized musicians, including Roland Dyens, Ichiro Suzuki, Uwe Kropinsky, and the Canadian Guitar Quartet. His musical background combines classical training with extensive experience in electric guitar and contemporary styles.
As an educator, Rafael has taught classical and electric Guitar Lessons and ukulele lessons to students of different ages and skill levels for more than two decades. He has also served as a founding partner and Academic Director of Compass Academy in Santiago, Chile, where he developed educational programs and coordinated music instructors.
Rafael is also an experienced luthier specializing in the construction, setup, repair, and restoration of stringed instruments. This gives him a unique understanding of the guitar from both a musician's and an instrument maker's perspective.
His teaching approach is patient, flexible, and adapted to each student's goals and musical interests. Rafael believes that strong technique and musical theory are most effective when combined with music that inspires the student. Whether a student wants to explore classical repertoire, contemporary music, electric guitar, or simply learn to play their favorite songs, his goal is to create an enjoyable environment where students can develop confidence, creativity, and an lifelong appreciation for music.
liam kuhn
Liam is an emerging Canadian composer and guitarist who is completing his Master's of Music (MMus) in Composition at Western University. Along with composition, he loves creating, teaching and performing on his classical, acoustic and electric guitars. Ever since Liam taught his younger cousin to play guitar, it ignited a passion to help others to see and feel the joy of being a part of the musical experience, and to create new and healthy avenues of learning in students of all ages. He offers classical, acoustic, electric and bass Guitar Lessons and ukulele lessons.
What Are Your Rates?
We've learned that every music teacher is different, and each has different skills. Some have Masters degrees, while others are still students themselves. For this reason, we've given the teachers the ability to set their own rates when they are hired based on their skills. The rate for ukulele lessons start at $26.00 for a 30 minute lesson.
Is 30 Minutes Enough?
For beginners the answer is definitely yes. When you are first learning, you're getting a lot of new, and in some cases, confusing information given to you. The amount of information given in one 30 minute lesson will give you a lot to work on as you practice throughout the week. Practicing is absolutely essential to learning music. As you get to more advanced skills, more time may be necessary if and when your teacher recommends it.
How Long Will It Take To Learn?
We get asked this question a lot. There is no specific date, or number of lessons. It depends on a few things including how often students practice. Although the songs may be very simple, we know we can have students playing at least one short song within 30 days. If you are hoping to play Mozart, it will take more time. But anyone can do it if they want it enough or work hard enough.
What Else Do I Need To Play?
There are additional supplies that may be needed throughout the course of your study, such as strings, tuners, capos, and picks. Also, as you progress, you will need new, more advanced method books so that you can continue to learn new songs and new techniques. We stock the basics to make sure every student has what they need to play, but other items can be specially ordered for you if needed or desired. For more information on product availability, please ask our administrative staff.