Oshawa - Piano Lessons

Dan Santos (Piano)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Style: classical

Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Saturday, Sunday

Dan began music lessons at the age of 5, he has since gone on to complete RCM level 8 in both piano and theory. A graduate of Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts, he was a music major with experience in brass, woodwinds, strings, and music production. Dan enjoys seeing others learn and for all to appreciate music on a deeper level. Currently he is taking up his bachelor’s degree at Toronto Metropolitan University.

Dan’s rate is $27 per half hour lesson.

Matt Doran (Piano, Songwriting)

Online Lessons:

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

Matt has been playing piano since he was 6 and has completed 8 levels of Royal Conservatory (both practical and theory). He has been a semi-finalist in the international songwriting competition for two of his original songs. Outgoing and enthusiastic, Matt enjoys sharing his knowledge with his students.

Matt's rate is $27 per half hour lesson, in person or online.

Michael Bligdon (Piano, Theory)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Style: jazz

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday

Michael began his musical career at the age of 4 by learning the piano. He has since gone on to continue his musical education from being accepted into the Performing Arts program at O’Neill C.V.I and culminating in his acceptance to the renowned Berklee College of Music in 2011. It was at Berklee that Michael explored many different styles of music becoming proficient in contemporary, pop, rock, jazz, classical and Latin genres. He also had the opportunity to attend clinics and work with Ernie Isley, John Patituci, Pat Methany as well as songwriter, producer, and Warner Brothers music executive Kara Dioguardi.

Michael takes pride in his students leaving the lesson having learned something new and most importantly having fun doing it. Michael understands that each student learns in a different way and tailors his teaching style to meet a unique need or challenge a student may face. Michael has experience teaching various ages and levels from age 4+ and beginner to RCM level 10.

Michael's rate is $28 per half hour lesson.

Nancy Davidson (Voice, Recorder, Piano, Pre-School)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Nancy Davidson holds a Bachelor of Music from UofT and is a Certified Level 3 Carl Orff Instructor. Carl Orff created a method of teaching music using poetry, rhythm, singing and movement. Nancy has conducted small & large Choirs, large recorder ensembles, adjudicated Guelph Kiwanis Music Festival and as a presenter at OMEA conferences.

Nancy’s rate is $27 per half hour lesson.

Rebecca Foss (Piano, Theory, Composition)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Style: classical

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

Rebecca Foss holds a degree in Music Performance, and a graduate degree in Film Scoring and Composition. She has a special interest in romantic and contemporary repertoire, music theory, and RCM exam preparation. Rebecca also loves creating customized sheet music of students’ favorite songs, tailored to their individual skill level.

Rebecca teaches students from ages 6 to 96, and is known for her compassionate teaching style and ability to connect with students. She is passionate about building meaningful connections with her students while supporting them as they grow in skill and confidence.

Rebecca’s rate is $29 per half-hour lesson, available in person or online.

Ruth Kitchen (Piano)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

Ruth is a graduate from UofT studying music and culture, and holds RCM certifications for piano and music theory. With 19 years of piano teaching experience, she combines her love of music with a playful, engaging teaching style that connects to learners of all ages. Always patient, her goal is to equip her students to become curious, independently capable musicians who will enjoy making music for their whole lives.

Ruth's rate is $27 per half hour lesson.

Sharon Cheng (Piano, Flute)

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

Sharon attended the University of Windsor where she obtained a major in Music Performance for flute with a minor in piano. She holds RCM certificates for both flute and piano. While her professional focus has been on sharing her passion for music with her students, she is also currently a student working toward her Grade 10 and ARCT for piano.

Sharon's rate is $27 per half hour lesson.

Svetlana Jermakowicz (Violin, Piano)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Style: classical

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

Svetlana attained her Music and Education degrees at the Pedagogical University in Minsk, Belarus. She is an active musician in Durham Region, performing as a soloist and in trios & quartets. She has been teaching for over 25 years, preparing numerous students for Royal Conservatory Examinations and the Kiwanis Music Festival with the highest degrees of achievement.

Svetlana's rate is $27 per half hour lesson.