Kingston - Piano Lessons

Ari Bautista Oldale (Piano, Voice)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday, Friday

Ari is a classically-trained pianist, self-taught singer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter with over 15 years of experience in many competitive, creative, & educational contexts. Between Ari’s involvement in the youth jazz scene and her classical piano training through RCM (Grade 9), she developed a strong passion for the world of music. While at Queen’s, she decided to pursue her interests in anatomy & the life sciences but continued to do casual freelance piano lessons and explored the collegiate a cappella scene. Between 2014 and 2018, she fulfilled positions of music director and business director for the pop/folk/R&B-inspired ensemble Trillers A Cappella and remained a member until graduating in 2020. During the past few years, her focus was to tap into a unique sound and buckle down to work on writing and producing her debut album, released in April 2023. Now looking to return to the teaching side of music, Ari hopes to use her versatile background in anatomy, music theory, education, and performance to help young pianists and singers meet their goals and have fun getting there. Her intent for future piano students is to help them develop fundamental tools every pianist needs: rhythm, reading music, understanding music theory, and developing a strong technical basis. Her intent with future voice students is similar, with the addition of helping them find their unique sound and exploring their creativity while maintaining a healthy, sustainable, and anatomically-informed singing technique.
Ari charges $28 per half hour lesson.

Carl Merenick (Piano)

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Teaching Style: jazz

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

Carl studied classical piano as well as jazz theory and composition with Ted Moses, Gordon Delamont and Darwin Aitkin. He has composed and produced for CTV, TSN, Discovery Channel and ET. Carl is the Co-founder and CEO of HGNO, a non-profit, music-based community outreach. He has taught music both at the college level and junior high level - grade 6, 7 and 8 band. Carl is an enthusiastic and dedicated music teacher with years of professional experience and has a knack for inspiring students in the gift of music.
Carl charges $29 per half hour lesson.

Johanna Willoughby (Piano)

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Teaching Style: classical

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday

With 10 years of teaching experience and a passion for making music accessible and enjoyable, Johanna offers piano lessons that go beyond the notes. Trained in the Royal Conservatory of Music, Johanna has studied under esteemed instructors Dr. Brandi Jacques and Dr. James Hibbard, shaping her approach to both performance and pedagogy.

Johanna teaches beginner to intermediate students of all ages, weaving music theory and history into lessons to give students a deeper understanding and appreciation for what they play. Her teaching philosophy centers on nurturing a lifelong love of music through thoughtful, creative instruction—and lots of fun along the way.

Johanna charges $28 per half hour.

Karine Coderre (Piano, Flute)

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Teaching Style: classical

Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Friday, Sunday

Karine is a classical musician, who started studying music from a very young age. She started learning the piano at five years old and is still taking advanced lessons to date. As a flutist, she has been learning flute since she was twelve years old and currently majoring in flute in the Queen’s University’s Bachelor of Music program. She has attended various competitions since she started learning music as both a pianist and a flutist. Most recently, she competed in the 2024 Ontario Music Festivals Association (OMFA) and won second place in the final round of the Woodwind Open Category.
Karine charges $28 per half hour.

Sarah Zanibbi (Piano)

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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday

Sarah Zanibbi is an experienced musician and has been playing and performing music for over 10 years. She has covered a broad range of musical styles while studying classically with the Royal Conservatory of Music, performing as a part of several rock, pop, indie, folk and singer-songwriter bands and duos around Kingston, writing music for herself and others, working in high school music ensembles (jazz, percussion, concert), and classrooms, and by accompanying singers, instruments, actors and more. Sarah hopes to share her love of music with her students and help them achieve their unique musical goals through creative and enjoyable learning.
Sarah charges $28 per half hour lesson.

Steven Quong (Piano)

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Teaching Style: classical

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday

Starting from a young age, Steven has obtained a comprehensive musical education, completing RCM level 10 in both piano and violin. Though he specializes in classical music, Steven is capable and willing to teach students in a wide variety of musical styles. His approach focuses on developing a strong technical foundation while also encouraging creativity and musical expression. With a patient and personalized teaching style, Steven aims to inspire a lifelong love for music in each of his students.
Steven charges $28 per half hour.