VOICE - PIANO - SONGWRITING - EARLY CHILDHOOD
Hi friends! If we haven't yet had the pleasure of meeting, my name is Lauren. I have been teaching piano and voice both in person and online for eleven years. I am a graduate of Grant MacEwan University's Music Diploma program, with a major in Vocal Performance. I have performed and competed in and around the Edmonton area all my life. From a young age, I have studied both voice and piano, and I aim every day to pass on snippets of my knowledge and love for music to those around me. I am most influenced in pop and jazz styles, but am flexible in most areas and love working with students of all ages and abilities. I have completed my Royal Conservatory Grade 8 piano exam with first class honours and am actively eating up Grade 9 material. I'm also a registered voice teacher with the Alberta Registered Music Teachers Association.
In 2015, I decided to cultivate my own business teaching music from home. After nine years of growth, and through a great deal of tenacity (and miracles, of course) I opened up Grace Notes at our new studio home at 111 First Ave in January 2024. I'm HONOURED to be able to establish a team of musicians as passionate as I am about delivering solid music education to the core of Spruce Grove. We cannot wait to build a safe and awesome community powered by music with you!
My personal philosophy as a teacher is that music is a fun and winding adventure that grows you *if* you're consistent, but that everyones adventure looks a little different. I teach many students who pursue one specific area/genre of interest, and many who have widely varied lessons. I pride myself on being extremely flexible as we navigate your musical goals.
When I'm not teaching, you'll find me at book stores or comic expos as I'm both an avid reader and an avid nerd. I co-run a book reviewing YouTube channel with my best friend, craft often, and love spending time with my (also musician) husband, and our sweet energetic pup. He and I are currently working on my second studio project, with new singles coming later this year. Catch me worshipping at Saints Church Glory Hills on Sunday mornings, and check out my debut EP at the link below.
If you have any questions, please give me a shout via the contact tab! I'm so excited to begin a new musical journey with you!
In 2015, I decided to cultivate my own business teaching music from home. After nine years of growth, and through a great deal of tenacity (and miracles, of course) I opened up Grace Notes at our new studio home at 111 First Ave in January 2024. I'm HONOURED to be able to establish a team of musicians as passionate as I am about delivering solid music education to the core of Spruce Grove. We cannot wait to build a safe and awesome community powered by music with you!
My personal philosophy as a teacher is that music is a fun and winding adventure that grows you *if* you're consistent, but that everyones adventure looks a little different. I teach many students who pursue one specific area/genre of interest, and many who have widely varied lessons. I pride myself on being extremely flexible as we navigate your musical goals.
When I'm not teaching, you'll find me at book stores or comic expos as I'm both an avid reader and an avid nerd. I co-run a book reviewing YouTube channel with my best friend, craft often, and love spending time with my (also musician) husband, and our sweet energetic pup. He and I are currently working on my second studio project, with new singles coming later this year. Catch me worshipping at Saints Church Glory Hills on Sunday mornings, and check out my debut EP at the link below.
If you have any questions, please give me a shout via the contact tab! I'm so excited to begin a new musical journey with you!
BEGINNER PIANO - EARLY CHILDHOOD
Catie is an RCM piano instructor, specializing in beginner lessons and lessons for young children. She has been deeply entwined in music for 23 years, 9 years as a one-on-one instructor, and has extensive experience with students with complex needs. It is her goal to foster a passion for music through a dynamic and personalized approach for all students. She is invested in using her skills and experience to create an engaging learning environment. Shaping confident and skilled musicians is our mission, and she’s excited to expand and share her love for music here.
GUITAR - BASS - UKULELE
Noah is a 4th year bachelor of music student at MacEwan, plays many instruments, and has much experience with music theory as well as a highly trained ear. Noah enjoys all genres of music, specializing in rock, funk, jazz, R&B, metal, and soul music. At around the age of 6, Noah first began piano lessons. By the time they were 9, Noah had picked up their first guitar and started learning chords and scales. Taking lessons from multiple teachers beforehand, including some celebrated musicians, Noah started a career in teaching guitar at the young age of 16, and has been teaching since.
Noah’s teaching style changes depending on the needs of the student. Whether or not you want to read sheet music, fingerpicking, or soloing. The possibilities are endless! Often, we use songs, scales, and chords to learn proper techniques on the guitar, such as how to strum and pick properly. Additionally, Noah will supplement your knowledge of music with theory and ear training to help build musical understanding.
Noah’s teaching style changes depending on the needs of the student. Whether or not you want to read sheet music, fingerpicking, or soloing. The possibilities are endless! Often, we use songs, scales, and chords to learn proper techniques on the guitar, such as how to strum and pick properly. Additionally, Noah will supplement your knowledge of music with theory and ear training to help build musical understanding.