Scarborough - Piano Lessons

Arash Hajirazad (Piano, Theory)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Sunday

Arash holds a Bachelor's degree in Classical Piano Performance from the University of Tehran. His formal training has given him a comprehensive understanding of composition, music theory, improvisation and performance techniques. He has released four albums and performed at many well-known concert halls in Iran, with a diverse repertoire encompassing the most outstanding works of Western classical music as well as his own compositions. Arash loves sharing his passion for music through teaching; emphasizing a profound appreciation for music and its role in fostering creativity.

Arash's rate is $30 per 1/2 hour lesson.

Christiana Zhu (Piano, Theory)

Online Lessons:

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

Christiana is an accomplished teacher and performer. She completed her B.Mus in Piano Performance at Western University and her Master's in Piano Performance & Literature. Recently, she completed two Postgraduate degrees at Royal Conservatory Antwerp in Belgium: Concert Soloist Piano and Chamber Music. Christiana also has her ARCT from the Royal Conservatory of Music and has been teaching for over 10 years.

Cristiana's rate is $32 per 1/2 hour lesson.

Sergio Maraj (Guitar, Voice, Piano)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday

Sergio has been studying voice anatomy and voice science for eight years, using proven methods of voice pedagogy from all over the world. Working alongside renowned instructors, he has a very wide scope on different approaches to help fix specific anatomical vocal habits and issues. Sergio actively performs, writes and arranges music not only for himself, but also for other vocalists.

Sergio's rate is $30 per 1/2 hour lesson.

Shanna Pavlek (Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Piano)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Saturday

Shanna obtained a degree in Jazz Performance from Humber College on the saxophone. She also enjoys teaching flute and clarinet, and has RCM training on the piano. She is a multi-instrumentalist who enjoys a wide variety of musical genres including jazz, pop, funk, classical, disco, metal and rock. After graduating, she performed on Carnival Cruise Lines for several years playing with a 10-piece showband, jazz sextet, and a classical trio. Shanna’s goal is for her students to love playing music by instilling confidence, technique, and musicality, as well as having fun!

Shanna's rate is $30 per 1/2 hour lesson

Yalene Sivaparamanantha (Piano, Theory)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Yalene has close to a decade of teaching experience with students of all ages and levels. She has completed her Gr 10 RCM in Piano and has also completed her Teacher's Grade in Carnatic Vocal Music. Aside from being a talented singer/songwriter, she also holds a BA of Applied Science in Industrial Engineering.

Yalene's rate is $30 per 1/2 hr lesson.