Edmonton Highlands - Piano Lessons

BILL THAIN

Lesson Coordinator
780-479-1643
[email protected]

Aaron Matheson (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Piano, Ukulele)

Online Lessons:

Aaron Matheson has taught private music lessons for 12 years. He is a graduate of the MacEwan University music program with a Bachelor of Music majoring in guitar performance. He is currently studying education at the University of Alberta. He studied jazz and contemporary guitar with Juno-nominated guitarist Jim Head, as well as composition with acclaimed contemporary Canadian composer Allan Gilliland. He performs regularly throughout Alberta and has played in opening slots for artists such as Coleman Hell, Krooked Kings, The Zolas, Scenic Route to Alaska, Busty and the Bass, and The Royal Foundry. He has toured across Western Canada and India. He teaches all skill levels and genres, but specializes in genres like rock, pop, jazz, blues, funk, folk, and R&B.
Aaron's rate is $29 per half hour.

Cindy Gao (Piano, Theory)

Online Lessons:

Cindy is an RCM trained piano and theory level 1-5 music teacher. She currently holds Level 8 certification and is currently going after her grade 10 and ARCT performance and teaching certifications. She is highly experienced and has worked with students of all ages and skill levels up to grade 5 playing level. She likes working with students to improve their skills, recognition and appreciation for music and improving her students playing ability.
Cindy's rate is $28 per half hour.

Edward (Ed) Smith (Guitar, Piano, Bass Guitar)

Online Lessons:

Ed Smith has taught music lessons privately for over 14 years and has been an active member of the Edmonton music community for 21 years as a performer, studio musician and arranger. After earning a Bachelor of Music degree from St. Francis Xavier University (Antigonish, NS) in 2002,
Ed began to build his experience as a freelance musician and educator, performing in a variety of acts in Atlantic Canada, and also as a keyboardist on cruise ships with Holland America Line. He has gained a wealth of experience as a music educator since then and has also performed and recorded in Alberta with groups that cross a wide variety of genres, spanning rock, blues, jazz, country, and even salsa. Ed currently plays bass and keyboards in the Derina Harvey Band, a five-piece Celtic rock act based in Edmonton
Ed’s rate is $32 per half hour.

Isaiah Roemmele (Violin, Piano)

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Isaiah Roemmele is currently finishing his fourth year of his Bachelor of Music performance degree at the University of Alberta. He is involved in the University String Orchestra and has performed as a first and second violinist with the Lethbridge Symphony. In 2014, Isaiah was the Regional Gold Medalist for receiving the highest mark in Alberta on his Grade 6 Royal Conservatory examination. Music has been a centering part of Isaiah’s life for many years, teaching piano and violin.
His favorite pastimes are playing the violin and piano, music composition, and piano improvisation. He has been teaching since 2018 and he enjoys working with all ages of students. Isaiah is happy to help people develop their musical lives, has taught students of all levels, and has most experience with classical violin and is happy to share his love for piano as well.
Isaiah's rate is $28 per half hour.

Leili Rastad (Violin, Voice, Piano)

Online Lessons:

Leili is a dedicated producer and music teacher based in Edmonton, boasting years of teaching expertise primarily in singing, violin and piano. Leili started her music journey at the age of 10 with learning the violin and piano and currently, she is wrapping up her education from MacEwan University’s jazz and contemporary popular music program, majoring in vocals and music production. Beyond the academic realm, Leili’s down-to-earth demeanor fosters a supportive environment for her students, encouraging them to explore their own musical voices.
Leili's rate is $28 per half hour.

Meg LaRose (Voice, Piano)

Online Lessons:

Meg LaRose is a trained vocalist with twenty years of performing experience. Their training crosses a variety of genres ranging from classical and opera to contemporary music, such as jazz, rock and pop. They hold a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from MacEwan University. Most recently, Meg has completed their Master of Arts in Music and Culture at Carleton University in Ottawa. Their research at Carleton analyzed the relationship between voice and perceptions of gender by exploring the concept of transition. Meg loves all different kinds of music and is passionate about creating a learning environment where people feel safe to play, explore and achieve their individual goals for sounding.
Meg's rate is $28 per half hour.