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Toronto (Danforth) - Viola Lessons

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3313 Danforth Avenue
Toronto (Danforth), Ontario, M1L 1B8

Lesson Centre: Phone or Text (416) 309-8723

Store Phone: (416) 309-8722

Lesson Centre Email: danforthlessons@long-mcquade.com

Store Email: danforth@long-mcquade.com

Lesson Centre Hours
Sunday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Monday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm

Lessons Coordinator

Lucas Zielke - coordinator of the music lessons in Toronto (Danforth)

Lucas Zielke

[email protected]
(416)309-8723

Our Viola Teachers:

Laura Nadine Dooley - Cello, Piano, Viola, Violin music lessons in Toronto (Danforth)

Laura Nadine Dooley (Cello, Piano, Viola, Violin)

Registration Request

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday, Friday

Assoc. Equivalent in Psych. & Ed. (Agnes Scott College), Certificate of Completion in Instrumental Music (University of the South)

Laura Nadine is an accomplished music teacher and autism advocate of 24 years based in Toronto, Canada. She is the creator of an innovative music pedagogy that aims to make music available to students with disabilities. Laura has been actively involved in autism advocacy and public speaking since 2007, empowering individuals through films and music she has created. She advocates for Autism Canada as an ASD Advisor and serves on the Advisory Board of Hirsch Academy to develop classroom strategies and inclusive environments that support a "presumed competence" model.
Laura was employed as a Strings Teacher in the American Public Schools for multiple years, where she instructed violin to middle school students. She also taught private lessons through the Gwinnett School of Music to students aged 2.5 years and up via the Suzuki Method. Laura has a broad range of skills in the field of music education, including Suzuki Strings, Orchestral Direction, Music Composition and Arranging, and Film Scoring. She is a skilled violin and viola performer and an expert in Inclusive Classroom Strategies.

Laura's rate is $32.00 per half hour.

Our Group Lessons:

Childhood Music Program Anait Koutsouzian lessons in Toronto (Danforth)

Childhood Music Program - Anait Koutsouzian

Lesson Registration Dates: 2025-07-03 to 2025-08-28
Cost: $315

It's Never Too Early to Enjoy Music!

Your child will join teacher Anait Koutsouzian and four other young beginners for some very fun weekly lessons. Students will gain familiarity with a variety of musical instruments, learn songs especially chosen for them, explore introductory music theory concepts and will be taught creative movement with different dance elements.

This unique program will not only teach the beauty of music but will also build your child's self-confidence, strong communication skills and have a great impact on cognitive performance. Our students will have opportunities to perform in Danforth's student recitals. After completing this introductory program, students will be ready to take private lessons on piano and/ or voice, as well as other musical instruments of their choice at L&M Danforth.

Students ages 4-7 are welcome to register. Class size is 5 students. Sessions are weekly on Thursdays from 4:00-5:00pm and 5:30-6:30pm. Terms are September to December, January to March, April to June, and July to August. Students are welcome to enroll for one single term or to continue until they reach the age of 8.

Upcoming semester: 2025-07-03 to 2025-08-28
Cost: $315 for 9 week program ($35 per hour)
Location: 3313 Danforth Ave. (at Victoria Park and Danforth)

Please contact the lessons team at 416-309-8723 or [email protected] to register for the current term or be put on the list for upcoming terms!

Piano Party Tori Ratheeshan lessons in Toronto (Danforth)

Piano Party - Tori Ratheeshan

Lesson Registration Dates: 2025-07-08 to 2025-08-05
Cost: $160

It’s Party Time!

Join Danforth teacher Tori Ratheeshan for this weekly group class and get to learn the basics of piano and make new friends this summer!

Piano Party is an introductory group class for children ages 4 to 6 based on the Bastien’s invitation to Music series. The class provides a positive first exposure to music lessons. The Bastien’s invitation to Music series uses gradual multi-key approach, guiding children from pre-staff notation to staff reading. Illustrations and activities that are fun and instructional enhance learning and heighten interest. Children are involved in a variety of activities including keyboard playing, singing, and games.

Ages 4-6
Tuesdays from 1-2pm on July 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5
$160 for the term, tuition for full term due upon registration.
Now accepting registrations.

Call 416-309-8723 to register today!

Harmony Buddies Tori Ratheeshan lessons in Toronto (Danforth)

Harmony Buddies - Tori Ratheeshan

Lesson Registration Dates: 2025-08-11 to 2025-08-15
Cost: $320

If you’re ready to let your voice shine, come join the Harmony Buddies!

Harmony Buddies is a fun, structured class tailored to beginners ages 8-12. Students will build confidence, learn vocal techniques, and discover the joy of singing in harmony with others in an encouraging and welcoming environment. Whether you're a first-time singer or have a little experience, you'll have a blast working with your new friends to prepare for a concert on the final day of class. Taught by Tori!

Ages 8-12
Daily, August 11-15, from 10am-12pm
$320 for the term, tuition for full term due upon registration
Now accepting registrations

Call 416-309-8723 to register today!