Hamilton

Ameera Razek (Piano)

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Jours d'enseignement: Mercredi, Vendredi

Ameera is a pianist with a passion for learning and teaching. After attending college for classical performance and receiving a diploma in Applied Music, she has since obtained a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Music, concentrating in Music Education. Ameera is currently working towards a masters degree in Music Education. As a hobby, she enjoys arranging/orchestrating, composing, participating in choirs as an alto, and performing as a percussionist in a wind ensemble. Ameera is a strong advocate for learning an instrument, and strives to help her students find fulfillment and joy through music. Ameera's rate for a half-hour private lesson is $28.00.

Borys Franiczek (Guitare, Mandoline, Ukulélé)

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Jours d'enseignement: Samedi

Borys Franiczek is a professional guitarist in the music scene around Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe area. He is a graduate of the York University Music Program with a B.F.A. Honours degree that he earned in 2014. His education and practical experience allow him to express himself confidently in the various styles that he performs in today, such as rock, R&B, bluegrass, bossa nova, and classical. Lessons with Borys are rooted in the fundamentals of musicianship. Students can expect an emphasis on key concepts such as theory, rhythm, ear training, sight-reading, and other skills that will pave a clear path towards functioning in real-life musical settings. Borys’ rate is $27.00 per half hour lesson.

Breanna Tesoro (Piano, Chant)

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Jours d'enseignement: Lundi, Mardi, Jeudi, Samedi

Breanna holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree from Redeemer University, with a double major in Music Performance and Honours Psychology. She studied piano under renowned concert pianist Valerie Tryon and holds Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) Level 10 certifications in Piano, Voice, and Theory. Breanna has performed with a range of vocal ensembles and orchestras, including Redeemer University’s Contemporary/Jazz Ensemble and the National Academy Orchestra of Canada. She also served as a pianist and rehearsal accompanist for orchestral and theatre productions at McMaster University. Her accomplishments have been recognized through numerous awards and scholarships. As a dedicated music instructor, Breanna is passionate about helping students of all ages grow in both skill and confidence, and most importantly, in their love and appreciation for music. Breanna's rate for a half-hour private lesson is $28.00.

Chelsea White (Guitare, Ukulélé)

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Jours d'enseignement: Lundi, Mercredi, Jeudi

Chelsea is a graduate of the Mohawk College Applied Music Program. An accomplished guitarist and songwriter, she has been performing a wide variety of music across Southern Ontario for 10 years. Chelsea has been featured on several releases in that time and has comprehensive experience in the professional recording environment. She is fluent in many styles and can create individual lesson plans that cater to each student. Her rate is $27.00 per half-hour private lesson.

Chris Wheeler (Guitare, Ukulélé, Mandoline)

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Jours d'enseignement: Lundi, Mardi, Mercredi, Jeudi, Vendredi

Chris comes from a musical family and a tradition of career musicians. A graduate of Mohawk College Applied Music program, he currently plays with Hailee Rose and Dave Rave, Rolling Floyd and Sharon Musgrave’s Soulcake. Chris was a music director for Tony and Tina’s Wedding at Second City as well as the house band for CHCH’s Tiny Talent Time reboot in 2014, backing up tomorrows stars today! Chris has been a band leader for Theatre Ancaster. Chris’ rate is $27.00 per half hour private lesson.

David Simpson (Batterie)

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Jours d'enseignement: Lundi, Mardi

Dave has studied jazz performance at Mohawk College and Classical Percussion at the University of Toronto. As a percussionist, Dave has performed with several orchestras including: The Hamilton Philharmonic, and the NAO with Boris Brott. Dave currently works with many pop/rock, jazz groups including: Hailee Rose, Big Rude Jake, Dave Rave, Reflexion, Fiction and The Chris Wheeler band. He also performs frequently with Theatre Ancaster, and Drury Lane Theatrical Productions. As a teacher, Dave has over 30 years experience working with students from 4 to 74 yrs old, in both private, and group settings. He recently published an instructional book for beginners and his rate is $27.00 per half hour private lesson.

Dylan Wright (Trompette)

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Jours d'enseignement: Jeudi

Dylan helps students of all ages and skill levels play their favorite music on trumpet, including video game music, pop songs and more, while building the foundation needed to succeed in school and beyond. Dylan is a Burlington Teen Tour Band alumnus, serving as section leader, soloist, and fanfare trumpet performer during his 5 years with the band. He is a graduate from Western University with a Bachelor of Music. When not teaching, he works as a brass clinician and video game composer. Dylan's rate for a half-hour private lesson is $30.00.

Ian Brown (Piano)

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Jours d'enseignement: Lundi, Dimanche

Ian Brown (known in the music world as Ian Aisling) is a composer, pianist, educator, and piano technician based in Hamilton. Since graduating from Mohawk College’s Jazz & Contemporary Music program, Ian has built a versatile career in music — writing original scores for film, games, and media; performing as both a solo pianist, and keyboardist for local alternative funk band Junestone; and tuning & servicing pianos across the region (more info at ianaisling.com). As a music educator, Ian encourages students to explore their creativity while grounding them in essential skills. His teaching style is engaging and encouraging, rooted in positive reinforcement that builds confidence and helps students discover the joy of realizing their own potential. His rate is $28.00 per half hour private lesson.

James DeGeer (Guitare, , Ukulélé)

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Jours d'enseignement: Dimanche

James DeGeer graduated with honours from Mohawk College's Contemporary Music Program. He actively works as a studio musician and performs around the GTA in many groups, playing a wide range of styles. James has been teaching since 2016 and likes to put emphasis on music theory, rhythm, technique and skills for playing with others. James specializes in Jazz fusion, Rock, Metal, Progressive Music, R&B and Brazilian. James's rate is $27.00 per half hour private lesson.

Janelle Burton (Flûte, Piano)

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Jours d'enseignement: Samedi, Dimanche

Janelle holds a Bachelor of Education from The University of Western Ontario and an Honours Bachelor of Music from McMaster University, where she studied classical flute. She has worked in diverse schools across Hamilton and London as a music and arts teacher. As a woodwind player, she has performed in various ensembles and musical theatre settings around Ontario. Janelle is welcoming to all types of learners, offering flute lessons at all levels and introductory piano. Janelle’s rate for a half-hour private lesson is $28.00.

Jeff Taylor (Violon)

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Jours d'enseignement: Mardi

Jeff is a graduate of York University, focusing on Jazz Violin Performance. He is a founding member of The Blazing Fiddles, performing for hundreds of thousands of people at Grand River Dinner Cruises. Jeff performs regularly across Southern Ontario, playing with his Jazz combo and with the Motown group The Big Sound. Jeff has been teaching for more than 25 years, specializing in Classical (Suzuki and RCM), Fiddle and Jazz. Jeff's rate is $28.00 per half hour lesson.

Justin Dunlop (Guitare, Basse électrique, Mandoline, Ukulélé)

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Jours d'enseignement: Mercredi, Jeudi

Justin is a singer/songwriter, bass player, and guitarist with a Bachelor of Music degree from Humber College, focused on performance and production. He is also an Honours Graduate from the Mohawk College Applied Music program. He has received grants from the Ontario Arts Council for songwriting and recording, and has numerous albums available on all online listening platforms. Justin releases music under his own name, and as part of The Dunlop Brothers, whose second studio album, Vol.2, is being released later this year. Justin's rate is $27.00 per half hour private lesson.

Karen Kinchlea (Piano)

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Styles enseignés: classique

Jours d'enseignement: Mardi, Jeudi, Dimanche

Karen has her Gr 8 RCM as well as extensive training through the Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Program. Karen began teaching piano when her own children were young and soon discovered it was a passion. She truly enjoys building rapport and creating an open and non-judgemental learning environment for her students. She has been teaching privately and in-classroom for over 20 years. Karen's rate is $28.00 per half hour lesson.

Leah Korkowski (Chant, Piano)

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Leah has been a performing singer songwriter in the GTA for many years. She holds an Honours Bachelor's degree in music from Humber College and has her grade 6 RCM in piano. Throughout her studies she has developed an appreciation for all forms of music and is well equipped to teach a variety of styles. Her rate is $28.00 per half-hour lesson.

Olivia Brown (Piano, Basse électrique)

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Jours d'enseignement: Mardi, Mercredi, Jeudi, Samedi

Olivia Brown is a bassist, pianist and vocalist from Hamilton. In addition to completing her Grade 9 RCM in Piano, Olivia studied classical piano at the University of Toronto and graduated from Mohawk College's Applied Music program in Bass Performance. Her performance experience includes opening for Robben Ford, playing with the Hamilton All-Star Jazz band, and performing at the International Beatleweek Festival in Liverpool. Olivia is an encouraging and open-minded teacher who works with students of all ages, emphasizing ear-training and self-expression. Her rate is $27.00 per half-hour private lesson.

Raul Gutierrez-Ruiz (Batterie)

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Jours d'enseignement: Mercredi, Jeudi, Dimanche

Raul is a graduate of the Mohawk College Applied Music program and is currently enrolled in the Humber College Bachelor of Music program. Raul is passionate about teaching as much as he is passionate about music. Raul is able to teach all ages and styles. Raul's rate for a half-hour private lesson is $27.00.

Rob Holinaty (Batterie)

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Jours d'enseignement: Samedi

Rob has graduated from the Classical Percussion and Education Program at Queen's University. In addition to his B.Mus and B.Ed Rob has performed with several groups of varying styles (Orchestral, Percussion, Rock, Jazz, Pop, and Music Theatre). Over the past few years Rob has performed at events for the Royal Society of Canada by request from the former Principal of Queen's University Daniel Woolf. Rob's rate for a half-hour private lesson is $27.00.

Shavini Fernando Pinto (Chant, Piano)

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Jours d'enseignement: Lundi, Mercredi, Jeudi, Vendredi, Samedi

Shavini Pinto is a Jazz vocalist and a songwriter based in Hamilton, ON. She’s an Honours graduate of the Applied Music program at Mohawk College, and has her Grade 8 RCM for voice. Shavini started her musical life at the age of 8 as a singer in her home country of Sri Lanka. Shavini has always linked her life to music through her participation in numerous choirs and bands, which she also has experience in conducting and directing. Additionally, Shavini has been a part of the Artword Artbar Theatre production 'MacBush, the Musical' (written by David Dawson) in 2016 and was a nominee for the Emerging Artist category at the Hamilton Arts Awards in 2016. Shavini's rate for a half-hour private lesson is $27.00.

Sophia Nikitin (Violon)

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Jours d'enseignement: Samedi

Sophia Nikitin started her violin studies in Dundas under the instruction of Anita Hiripi. Since starting violin Sophia has become heavily involved in the Hamilton music scene playing in Cricket Chamber Orchestra as second violin lead and concertmaster, as well as playing in the second violin section of Hamilton City Ballet Orchestra. After starting her studies at Brock Sophia joined the first violin section of the Brock University String Ensemble, allowing her to expand her playing into the Niagara region. Sophia started playing at local Niagara events with Grace Notes, a luxury wedding string quartet. In addition to her local playing Sophia traveled to Szentendre Hungary in 2017 on an orchestra exchange with Cricket Chamber Orchestra performing at multiple venues around Hungary. She loved meeting the Hungarian musicians and hopes to travel to Europe to play with them. Furthermore, she has played solos and duets at Hamilton Academy of Performing Arts Spring Ball, event receptions and weddings. Sophia's rate for a private half-hour private lesson is $27.00.