Pickering - Voice Lessons

Diane Harada (Voice, Piano, Songwriting)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

Diane is a passionate and heart-centered teacher who creates an encouraging environment for students to explore music! She graduated from the School for Music Vocations in Iowa, studying directly under jazz legend Phil Mattson and has since worked as a touring performer, vocal jazz adjudicator, studio musician, composer/arranger, teacher and life-long student. She has been teaching piano and voice professionally since 2003 and loves teaching students of all ages, styles & goals! Diane helps her students learn the language and fundamentals of music, develop confidence & their own flair through technique & the habit of practice, and emphasizes the connection between emotion and music so that her students have a meaningful outlet of self-expression for life! Growing up with her dad’s records always filling the house, she loves artists from all genres including Debussy, Ella Fitzgerald, Take 6, The Carpenters, Tribe Called Quest, Stevie Wonder, Whitney Houston, Lauryn Hill, Bruno Mars, Jack Johnson, Alicia Keys, Ari Lennox, Beyoncé & Victoria Monet - to name just a few!

Diane’s lesson rate is $30/30min Lesson

Jade Falsetti (Voice, Songwriting)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday

Jade has been teaching music for over seven years and is currently pursuing Level 10 in the Royal Conservatory of Music program. With a strong foundation in classical voice, she also enjoys teaching a wide range of genres including pop, musical theatre, rock, opera, folk, indie, alternative rock and jazz. Jade teaches all ages and levels, from beginner to advanced. In addition to teaching, Jade works as a music director for youth theatre productions and directs show choirs. Her teaching style blends structure with creativity and encourages curiosity, supporting each student’s unique musical journey. Whether preparing for RCM exams, auditioning for a role, or writing original songs, Jade helps students develop confidence and technique. A passionate performer and songwriter; Jade writes original music and regularly performs in bands. She has appeared at venues such as TD Music Hall and festivals like Pride Toronto, Canada Day Toronto, and NXNE. Jade is committed to creating a supportive environment where students can explore music and express themselves while learning!

Jade's rate is $30/30min lesson

Tori Ratheeshan (Voice, Piano)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Friday, Saturday

Tori grew up playing viola, veena, and ukulele, but ultimately fell in love with piano and singing, continuing to pursue RCM certification in piano and completing a Bachelor of Music in vocal performance at Queen’s University. Tori has performed in various choirs in Toronto, including the Bach Chamber Youth Choir and VIVA Youth Singers of Toronto, and Queen's University's Choral and Women's Polyhymnia ensembles. She has experience preparing students for RCM examinations and performance opportunities for school musicals and talent shows. With an understanding of the importance of connection and curiosity toward music, Tori prioritizes structured lessons with an encouraging space for experimenting with different styles or genres, from pop to classical and everything in between. Tori promotes artistic growth for musicians of all ages!

Tori's rate is $30/30min Lesson