Calgary Royal Vista

Cesar Viloria-Petit

Amanda Fung (Piano)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Amanda has over 30 years of musical experience primarily specializing in piano, but has also done extensive choral work and performed internationally on flute. An RCM certified teacher since 2018, she has submitted students for over 100 successful exams since starting at Long & McQuade in 2014, some of which have gone on to become piano teachers themselves. As a lifelong student herself, Amanda has an intimate understanding on how important it is to tailor lesson plans to meet the individual needs and goals of each student. She believes piano lessons are about more than just the music - they allow for opportunities to learn life skills, express ourselves creatively and become the best we can be. Amanda has been offering lessons in Calgary at L&M since 2014. Her rate is $34 per half hour.

Angelina Zhang (Piano, Theory)

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Teaching Style: classical

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Saturday

Angelina Zhang holds both a Master’s Degree of Piano Performance and a Bachelor’s Degree of Music Education. She has over 10 years of teaching experience, teaching children of all ages and adult learners with various backgrounds from beginners to advanced. She is a classically trained pianist with a talent for playing popular piano music. Her students learning the RCM curriculum quickly see improvement with stellar exam results. Angelina encourages her students to perform and showcase their talent in music festivals and competitions. Angelina’s students have great learning experiences combined with real progress. She is patient, passionate, and prioritizes her student’s learning needs. Prior to teaching at Royal Vista L & M Angelina taught piano in Edmonton at 2 L & M locations. Lessons can be taught in both English and Chinese Mandarin. Her rate is $31 per half hour.

Barbara Lorenz (Woodwinds, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday

Barbara Lorenz moved to Calgary from Lloydminster, Alberta where she was Woodwind Instructor for Lakeland College teaching Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Oboe and Bassoon, as well as theory. She was also teaching Grade 6 band for the Lloydminster Public School Division. Barbara graduated from Dickinson State University with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education and a Bachelor of Arts.
Playing in Saxophone quartets, Jazz ensembles, and Concert Bands have been a large part of her musical career. She is currently very active, playing in a duo throughout the Calgary area.
Barbara has been offering lessons in Calgary at L&M since 2013. Her rate is $33 per half hour.

Pam Breuer (Brass, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Euphonium)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday

“I strive to enrich the lives of every student I meet throughout my educational journey by helping them to experience the joys and wonders that music offers through the art of collective creativity.”

Pam holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film and Video Production and Music Education from the University of Regina. She also has over twenty years experience as an established professional musician. Pam has been offering lessons in Calgary at L&M since 2012. Her rate is $33 per half hour.

Steven Dorscher (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Steven Antonio Dorscher is an in-demand artist, session player and educator based in Calgary. He has performed and competed across Canada and the United States as a solo artist, and with various musical groups and bands after completing his Bachelor of Music degree at the University of Calgary. Steven currently serves lead guitar duties for Cabrakaän, and Matt & Steve. With over 10 years teaching experience including emphasis on technique and theory, Steven knows what the beginning musician needs, and can provide sound advice and help for the intermediate and advanced players. He also offers RCM exam prep, College / University Prep, and Music Theory instruction. Steven has been offering lessons in Calgary at L&M since 2013. His rate is $35 per half hour.

Takafumi Tan (Violin, Viola)

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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Takafumi Tan got his Bachelor of Arts and Science degree (Major in Music, minor in Mathematics) from the University of Lethbridge. He has more than 20 years of violin and piano training with performance from The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) and received the Provincial medals for Level 4 (2003) and Level 6 (2005) in violin RCM examination. He has played in symphonies in both Japan and Lethbridge Canada. He has also taught violin and piano in various music schools and privately in Lethbridge and Calgary. Takafumi has been offering lessons in Calgary at L&M since 2023. His rate is $33 per half hour.