Classical Music Conservatory — Attraction in Toronto

My 2 children have been going to CMC for music lessons since they were each 5 years old, now they are 14 and 11 respectively. The quality of the music teachers here are top-notch. They can provide you with an excellent musical education and/or simply help you to enjoy playing your music and instrument. For example, my son has done many RCM exams and with the help of his dedicated piano teacher, Cheng Feng, and has done very well on them, including having obtained the Gold Medal for the highest score for an RCM exam in Ontario. However, the emphasis of his teacher has not only been about the exams but in instilling a love of music in my son. His teacher is so passionate about music that it shines through in his teaching. On the other hand, my daughter who takes violin lessons is more interested in enjoying playing contemporary songs and her violin teacher Kenin has catered to her interests while ensuring that she has a solid grounding in the techniques. The location and space is also very pleasant, with a tastefully decorated sitting area and a kitchenette where you can have snacks or tea or coffee. The directors of the school are also available if you need advice, for example, what instrument to learn next, how to motivate you child etc. They also hold 2 free recitals a year, which allow your child to perform in public if they wish, in front of other students...

I had the pleasure of learning from some of the best bunch of teachers I have ever come across. Here's some context and unique nature on why I chose to take classes at CMC:

I recently got married last month and wanted to surprise my wife at our wedding by playing the violin she played with in her teenage years in front of 290 guests. To be clear, I had zero musicality prior to this unless you count my brief stint with the recorder in grade 3. I literally had to learn from the ground up, with lots of practice and an aggressive timeline of 9 months to complete this challenge.

2 pieces of various degrees of difficulty: Twinkle, Twinkle and All of Me (by John Legend)...Let's just say the surprise was a huge success!!

This was one of the most nerve-wracking things I've ever had to do and I could not have done this without the support, responsiveness and adaptability of the team at CMC; namely Lusiana, Wanda and especially Kenin, my teacher!

There were times I thought to myself in the waiting area with the parents and students I was going to hear, "who's your child?" Kidding aside, it's a fun, positive and clean environment where people are always smiling.

I would fully endorse and genuinely say they try their best to set students up for success. It was so fun and challenging that I may take up the violin going forward. Keep up...

Fantastic Choice for a Music School!!

CMC website states that their school “is about you”. This is so true! 3 members of our family (kids and one of the parents) with different musical interests and ways of learning each had a great experience with their singing lessons. The teachers worked in ways that both increased their appreciation and enjoyment of music and matched their ability. They also motivated and encouraged at all ages and stages over the course of many years. Both kids kept up their lessons until they graduated. The school provides many different opportunities to learn in class, to perform in competition and to perform at end of year recitals. There was no pressure though to perform and you can pick the way that works for you. For example, my child who absolutely did not want to perform at the recital was given an alternative to share their work through doing recordings.

The administration is also very supportive and respectful. They communicate early and are responsive to any questions and concerns. You get a sense that everyone cares about what they are doing and how the student’s experience is. They are open to trying different ways to ensure they find the right...