Michelle | Teacher #3088
About Michelle
Michelle is a dedicated music educator with over four decades of experience, offering piano, recorder, and voice lessons to students of all ages. She provides in-home and online instruction, creating a supportive environment for musical growth. Michelle holds a Bachelor of Music degree and is certified up to Grade 8 in piano performance and music theory. Fluent in English, she fosters creativity and self-confidence in her students, emphasizing the importance of music in personal development. Book a lesson with Michelle for a nurturing and enriching musical journey.
Piano Voice Recorder Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) RCM
In Studio Lessons
Classical Broadway Musicals Gospel Baroque
English
Teaching Philosophy
It has been, and continues to be a tremendous blessing from God in having been granted opportunities to share my gifts and love of music with those from all walks of life whom I have encountered, served and instructed. Music, (whether performing, listening /reflecting, composing or creating a visual response) helps a person to grow in creativity, develop communication skills, performance skills and self-confidence. All these gifts in Music extend to many segments of one's life.
Musical Education
I began music studies at the age of 8 and continued formal music studies in the following years through elementary and secondary school. This time involved several exams and competitions, involvement in school musicals and drama. My piano teaching began at the Algoma Conservatory of Music, preparing students of various ages and academic levels for exams, while others simply for the enjoyment of the instrument. The beginning of my Music degree at Algoma University involved only a 'concentration' in Music. At this time I became extensively involved in local performing choirs, as well as directing a youth choir at my church. To complete a full Bachelor of Music degree, I transferred to the University of Windsor, and won a scholarship to engage in piano performance. After a year, I decided to transfer to pipe organ. Throughout the following terms, our university Chamber Choir travelled to New York to perform at Carnegie Hall under the direction of composer John Rutter, which was an incredible, joyful experience! I was also blessed with the opportunity to study at the Royal School of Church Music in Croydon, England. Throughout all studies, I instructed students in piano, theory as well as conducting summer music workshops at the Academie St. Cecile. Upon graduation, I continued to teach, sing professionally and lead choirs in church music positions. In acquiring my Bachelor of Education Degree, I taught with the Huron Perth Catholic District school board for 17 years, directing my founded choir the Salve Regina Singers for concerts and competition. There were many concert performances throughout the years. I instructed students from grades 1-8 ages and taught hand bells, recorder, singing and piano as well as visual art and drama which were combined with music also. In voluntary groups, I instructed cursive writing and reading skills. My wonderful husband is a harpsichordist and I continue to cantor in our church diocese.
Awards and Distinctions
One year bursary for organ and vocal study, Assumption Church, Windsor. Entrance scholarship , Faculty of Music, University of Windsor.
Special Skills and Trainings
My mother enrolled me in piano studies at the age of eight. My great aunt, Philomena, who had also been a piano teacher in another province, had given my mother ten dollars to have me begin lessons...I had begun going to the piano and attempting to play TV show theme music and Christmas carols by ear. Throughout the following years, I was blessed with a tremendously loving and patient music teacher, Sister Theresa Casey. She guided me through many piano exams, competitions and helped me to gain more confidence and more patience. A music professor from Hungary who lived behind us wanted me to begin teaching piano, and I began at 15 teaching his daughter, then directing my first church choir. Throughout the years, I encountered and studied with several gifted teachers, choir conductors and professors who had faith in me, pushed me and guided me in many ways. I owe the biggest honour to my late mother and father who never allowed me to quit my music studies. They are my inspiration always.
Lessons in a music studio
Michelle offers lessons from her studio. Map locations are approximate and based on the postal code of the teacher’s studio. The full address will be provided upon registration.Lessons on an online platform
Michelle can provide online instruction. While other platforms are possible BAH strongly recommends the use of the Zoom video conferencing platform as it is optimized for music lessons and audio quality.Reviews
Associate Teacher Lesson Rates:
Michelle is a Beethoven at Home Associate Teacher
- 30 minutes: $39
- 45 minutes: $49
- 60 minutes: $59
Home visit fee: $15 minimum fee. Teachers may negotiate a higher travel fee if the travel distance is longer than they are comfortable with. Most arrangements use the minimum fee.
One-Time Family Registration: $25. This covers your entire family for life - once you're in, everyone can take lessons!
Our Promise to You
Getting Started Together
We don't offer free trials, but we do something better - a relaxed 2-lesson getting-to-know-you period. You can pause anytime with just 24 hours notice. After your third lesson, we ask for a friendly 2-lesson heads up if you need to stop.
Life Happens - We Get It
Give us 24 hours notice for any cancellation or reschedule and you'll receive full credit. Planning a family vacation or summer break? Perfect - just let us know a day ahead and we'll pause your lessons.
When You're Under the Weather
If illness strikes with short notice (less than 24 hours), you'll still be charged since your teacher has reserved that time. However, most teachers are happy to offer makeup lessons when possible - they have the final say, especially if last-minute cancellations become a pattern.
Stopping Lessons
Need to take a break? We just ask for a 2-lesson notice:
Weekly lessons = 2 weeks notice
Every other week = 3 weeks notice
Twice weekly = 1 week notice
Summer breaks are different - no notice period needed when you return in the fall!
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