Shashini | Teacher #4109
About Shashini
Shashini is a dedicated music teacher with over a decade of teaching experience. Specializing in piano, music appreciation, advanced music theory, and RCM, she offers lessons for students from the age of 5 to adults. Whether in her Barrie studio or your home, Shashini creates a nurturing environment tailored to individual goals. With her background in classical music and performance, including training at the Trinity College of Music, she brings depth and passion to her lessons, aiming to instill a lifelong love for music in her students.
Piano Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Music Appreciation RCM Music Theory (Advanced)
In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Baroque
English
Teaching Philosophy
I am a passionate and dedicated teacher with over ten years of experience. With a background in classical music and performance, I am able to bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my teaching practice. I believe in creating a supportive and nurturing environment where students can explore their music abilities and develop a lifelong love for the piano. I tailor lessons to each student's individual goals and learning styles, whether they are beginners or advanced players. Whether you are a beginner just starting out or an advanced player looking to refine your skills, I am committed to guiding you on your musical journey and helping you become the pianist you've always wanted to be.
Musical Education
I have had training at the Trinity College of Music in London, UK for a BMus(Hons) in Piano Performance. I have also completed the Diplomas Licentiate of the Royal Schools of Music (LRSM) and the Licentiate of Trinity College of Music (LTCL). My musical journey began at the age of six in Sri Lanka. I initially started learning the organ and having completed all exam levels in within a very years I soon started taking piano lessons. During my training at the Trinity college of Music in the UK I had the privilege of performing at the Blackheath Halls and the Old Royal Naval Chapel in London. Once I returned to Sri Lanka I started performing as a member of the Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka. My performances included solos, chamber music and orchestral music.
Awards and Distinctions
1st Runner Up Award 2020 - The Beethoven Piano Competition Sister Marie Cecile Memorial Award 2015 - LRSM Piano Performance Diploma Highest scorer The Most Outstanding Performance Award 2008 & 2003 - Sri Lanka Festival of Music Exhibition Award 2008 - Consecutive Highest scorer at Trinity College London Examinations All Island Winner Award from 2003 to 2015 - Consecutive winner of the Sri Lanka Festival of Music
Special Skills and Trainings
In addition to teaching, I was an active performer and accompanist in Sri Lanka, England and now currently in Canada. The experience in working with different people in different parts of the world has helped me develop as a musician, stay up-to-date in teaching methods and repertoire.
Lessons in your home
Shashini is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Barrie, ON
- Bradford West Gwillimbury, ON
- Innisfil, ON
Lessons in a music studio
Shashini 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
Shashini 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:
Shashini 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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