Woodwind Teachers

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    Ms. Chloe



    Ms. Chloe is a music education student at Western University specializing in flute. She has taught private lessons and group classes at a non-profit music school and has completed four co-op placements assisting high school band programs. She has extensive experience working with youth.

    In her teaching, Ms. Chloe sets attainable goals and tailors lessons to each student’s needs. She shares her own early learning experiences to help students feel supported and uses a variety of strategies to address common flute challenges. Her lessons focus on building skills, confidence, and enjoyment of music for beginner to intermediate students.

    Teaching Format & Location
    • Lesson Format: Hybrid (in-person & online)
    • Studio Location: Home-based lessons in London
    • Instrument(s): Flute & Beginner Guitar

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    Mr. Darren



    Mr. Darren is a Bachelor of Music student at Western University specializing in flute. He has taught music to youth through the Canadian Cadet Organization as a music instructor and currently maintains a private flute studio. Through these roles, he has developed strong experience working with young musicians in both individual and group settings.

    In his teaching, Darren encourages students to reflect, ask questions, and explore music through hands-on learning. He adapts each lesson to the individual student, drawing on their curiosity and interests to guide instruction. His lessons focus on building strong fundamentals, musicianship, confidence, and a genuine enjoyment of learning music.

    Teaching Format & Location
    • Lesson Format:     Hybrid (in-person & online)
    • Studio Location: Home-based lessons in London
    • Instrument(s): Flute

Verified Teachers

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Ms. Caroline

Ms. Caroline holds a BMus in Piano Performance (Honours) and has formal training in Conducting. With a passion for nurturing musical growth in students of all ages, she has taught kindergarten through middle school in classroom settings, as well as students of all ages in her private studio.

As a licensed Yamaha and Kindermusik educator, Ms. Caroline brings a deep understanding of early childhood music education, combining strong pedagogical knowledge with hands-on experience. With additional studies in early childhood education, she creates engaging, age-appropriate lessons that inspire confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of music.

Teaching Format & Location
• Lesson Format: Hybrid (in-person & online)
• Studio Location: Private studio in Markham
• Instrument(s): Piano & Composition

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Ms. Shirley

Ms. Shirley is a passionate music educator specializing in piano and bassoon. She has experience teaching students ages 3.5 and up, working with both individuals and groups. She creates fun, game-based lessons that nurture each student’s creativity while helping them develop a love of music and explore their own musical interests.

Ms. Shirley uses a student-centered approach, adapting lessons to each student’s goals and abilities to support steady musical growth.

Teaching Format & Location
• Lesson Format: Hybrid (in-person & online)
• Studio Location: Private studios in Scarborough & North York
• Instrument(s): Piano & Bassoon

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Ms. Calista

Ms. Calista is a music student at Western University and has completed Royal Conservatory of Music Level 9 Piano. She has over 13 years of piano performance experience and one year of piano teaching experience, along with several years working with children.

She has a solid understanding of music theory and teaches beginner to early-intermediate piano students of all ages. Ms. Calista focuses on clear explanations, steady progress, and adapting lessons to each student’s goals while maintaining a supportive and encouraging learning environment.

Teaching Format & Location
• Lesson Format: Online
• Studio Location: Home-based lessons in North York
• Instrument(s): Piano

Young woman with brunette hair holding a silver flute in front of a plain background.

Ms. Chloe is a music education student at Western University specializing in flute. She has taught private lessons and group classes at a non-profit music school and has completed four co-op placements assisting high school band programs. She has extensive experience working with youth.

In her teaching, Ms. Chloe sets attainable goals and tailors lessons to each student’s needs. She shares her own early learning experiences to help students feel supported and uses a variety of strategies to address common flute challenges. Her lessons focus on building skills, confidence, and enjoyment of music for beginner to intermediate students.

Teaching Format & Location
• Lesson Format: Hybrid (in-person & online)
• Studio Location: Home-based lessons in London
• Instrument(s): Flute & Beginner Guitar

Ms. Chloe

Two women performing jazz music on stage with musical instruments, one playing the trombone and the other sitting at a keyboard, with a trumpet on the floor.

Instructor Caitlin

Caitlin is a Bachelor of Music performance student at Western University specializing in trombone. They have completed Grade 8 Royal Conservatory Trombone and have over eight years of playing experience. Caitlin has taught privately for one year and in group settings for over three years, working with students of all ages from young beginners to adults and seniors.

In their teaching, Caitlin emphasizes goal-oriented, student-centered learning. Each lesson begins by identifying what the student hopes to achieve, and lessons are adapted to individual interests, strengths, and challenges. Caitlin prioritizes interactive, hands-on learning and uses creative activities to support both instrumental technique and music theory. Their lessons focus on building strong musicianship, confidence, and enjoyment of music for beginner to intermediate brass students.

Teaching Format & Location
• Lesson Format: In-person
• Studio Location: London
• Instrument(s): Trombone; Beginner Euphonium & Tuba