Music Teaching

Sydney provides two opportunities for music lessons as described below. If you are interested in learning music, fill out one of the request forms or send nem an email, at sydneybc.music@gmail.com.

Piano Lessons

Interested in learning to play piano? Whether you are interested in preparing for something specific (a concert, festival, jury, or exam), simply learning to play, or enhancing your existing skills, you are welcome to study with Sydney in a fun, affirming, and collaborative environment.

Flexible scheduling is available (including evenings and weekends). Lesson costs are based on a sliding scale; contact Sydney for more details.

Location: in person in London (ON) or virtually (anywhere in Canada)

Please note that Sydney only provides lessons to people who are above the age of 13.

Style of Lessons

  • Reading sheet music and learning how to play by ear

  • Keyboard skills such as chording, harmonization, and transposition

  • Integration of music theory and music history

  • Interactive, engaging, and fun (incorporating activities, games, worksheets, and more)

Genres Taught

  • Baroque/Classical/Romantic

  • 20th Century/Contemporary

  • Jazz

  • Pop

  • Musical Theatre

  • And more!

Sheet Music 101 Course

The Sheet Music 101 course is an opportunity to learn about the basics of sheet music. The course will be taught from a choral lens, covering important things to know about navigating sheet music, particularly within a choral setting.

Please note that the February 2025 offering of this course is now full. Sydney will likely offer another course in May 2025 — you may register for the waiting list HERE.