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Welcome to the Piano Studio of Lauren Kelly
Quality private piano lessons in the heart of Kitsilano
MMUS BMUS A.R.C.T A.V.C.M BC Registered Music Teacher

When people I meet socially ask me what I do, of course I tell them "I teach piano", and the most common response is: "I took piano as a child, and I HATED it!"
They usually tell me "it wasn't fun", and this has always baffled me.
WHY? WHY wasn't it fun? WHY can it not be fun!
While I encourage my students to work hard towards short and long term goals we set together, I think to myself: there is no reason we can't have fun in the process.
In our studio, it IS fun. My students consistently achieve high honours in various festivals and exams, and, during their lessons, you will hear lots of laughter from outside the door. Humour is big for me, and yes, piano has all of its benefits academically and discipline wise, but in the end, we study the piano for the love of music, gifting ourselves with a skill that we will have for life.
Accepting serious Intermediate, Advanced students and Diploma Level Students.
Specialty also in Beginners and Preschoolers
Older beginners welcomed also with a pace that is designed especially for you.
♬ BC Registered Music Teacher
♬ Master of Music in Piano Performance UBC
♬ Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance UVIC
♬ 25 Years teaching experience
♬ ARCT Performance, and Teaching
♬ AVCM Associate Teaching Diploma
♬ AVCM Diploma in Piano Performance
♬ Banff Center for the Arts Artist in Residence 2002-2003
♬ Winner of many festivals and competitions
♬ Studies and Concerts throughout North America and Europe
Teaching and Lesson Style
Approach geared towards each student's unique needs and learning style
Instilling musical concepts that will guide students to ultimately developing their own approach and forming an independent interpretation
Nurturing student's self-esteem and confidence and enabling them to express themselves and experience the joy of musical expression
Solid technical foundation for agile technique and injury prevention
Offering students weekly detailed practice strategies and instructions for home practice
Regular studio performance opportunities for goal setting and ensemble playing, including music festivals, exams, competitions, masterclasses and studio recitals.
Motivating and inspiring students with my own desire for learning, passion for music and and love for my students and teaching

I graduated from Roosevelt High School 1974, Southeastern University, Lakeland Florida 1978
B.A in Music Education K-12, Vocal and Instrumental and a JX endorsement .

I own Sylvia' s Music Studio, a home based business where I teach piano, voice, violin and music theory.
I also am a teacher at Cameron's Music in
Livonia,

Previous teacher at
La Prima Music, Southgate
Town and Country Music, Lincoln Park
Wurlizter Music( now Southland Music)16 years.

Member of-

St Andrew's Presbyterian Church,, Dearborn Heights, Michigan, where
I am under the direction of Maestro Goslin and am a member of the choir, soloist, and play or sing in duets, trios vocal and instrumental.
I perform with GIPC and Parker Chorale,
under the direction of Dr. James Parker during the Lenten season.



Former member of-

Vocal Arts Ensemble of Michigan 14 years, under the direction of the late Sir Charles Whitmore.
Seaway Chorale 22 years
St Thomas Lutheran Church, choir accompanist 2000-2005 .
Silver Strings Dulcimer Society
perform occasionally

Other interests

Music

Chamber MusicRenaissance
Opera
Chopin, Debussy, Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Tallis, Gibbons, Faure, Shaw
Du Prez

Previous experience President Women's Ministries 5 years

Over 35 years experience working with children

Enjoy walking and gardening reading.

She has an instrument with a rich, round, warm, honeyed color, and is very much at home in a variety of styles.” This is how Ingrid’s voice is described by world renowned director and conductor Clyde Mitchell who has worked with artists such as Michael Buble, Mel Torme and David Foster. Ingrid is widely admired for her soulful and soothing interpretations of adult contemporary favorites as well as her dynamic and playful renditions of show tunes and light jazz classics. Ingrid’s sound has been described as a combination of Diana Krall and Sarah Brightman with a hint of Sarah McLachlan.

Ingrid is a seasoned vocalist thanks in part to having been forged by fire as a soloist in several oratorio performances including Handel’s Messiah. Her passion lies in connecting with audiences through her vibrant and varied stage shows. Whether Ingrid is performing with a small combo or a full orchestra her multi-lingual repertoire such as “La vie en rose” and “Regresa a mi” transports her audiences to distant lands and then welcomes them home with heartfelt and nostalgic melodies such as “Songbird” and “Danny boy”.

Recently Ingrid has completed her much anticipated debut album 'Rhythms of Your Heart' which was produced by award winning, Grammy nominated producer Daryl Bennett and features the outstanding talents of Eli Bennett, Vince Mai, Dave Martone, Roy Tan, Adam Thomas and the glamorous Rosemary Siemens. Combined, these artists have won several accolades and have performed and recorded with artists such as Sarah McLachlan, Michael Buble, Natalie Cole, Nickelback, and The Temptations.

Ingrid Mapson is sure to bring crowds to their feet with her “amazingly versatile voice that seems to effortlessly span genres” and her “rare ability to sincerely connect to her audience.” Miles Black, Juno Award winning producer/multi instrumentalist/ composer. Be sure to listen to Ingrid’s music and find out when Ingrid will be performing in your city.

Her outstanding show includes everything from the intimate piano and violin setting to the expanded jazz combo and even full orchestra. Also available for corporate work.

Piano and violin
Combo and violin
Full Orchestra

Being a passionate musician and singer, my desire is to impact men and women, young and old, regardless of their background, culture, race, gender or color with this God given musical gift. Anybody can learn music. Having been born and raised in church, my ultimate goal is to Enhance Quality Music, Psalm 33:3. I've been in the music industry professionally for over 20 years now. I've played and taught music across Africa, Europe and now America. I bring to my students diversity. I teach how to read music and also play by ear.

I am a music teacher for Guitar, Piano and Vocal training. I also have a Bachelor of Sciece in Applied Music from CUNY. I have more than 25 years of experience in teaching students from age 4-99. Will travel or students can come to my studious Madpeth, Queens.

Linda's parents were well-established music teachers in Calgary, so she grew up with and has experience with a real variety of teaching techniques for piano, accordion, organ and synth. She has an inherent ability to communicate her knowledge to students of all ages. Linda taught at various commercial studios as well as privately in Calgary and Kelowna. She offers expertise, patience, and the joy of playing music with confidence & creativity.

Teacher expertise:

Offers unique, versatile approach to teach all music styles, incl. classical, Rock &
Roll, jazz & blues, country, according to student's preferences

Has taught most of the avail. popular courses such as Technics, Yamaha, Kawai, Popular Keyboard, Roland, Palmer Hughes, Bastien, Alfred's, Faber and Faber and more.

Sensitive to learning curves she teaches the way the student learns

Have you ever think to play the piano and didn't know how to start? Now, this is the time to start to learn and play any song that you like.

I have been teaching piano for over twenty years and playing for thirty years. I studied music at Indiana State University where I also received my Masters in education. I am a very patient teacher and work hard to individualize each lesson for every student. Knowing that each student is unique, my lessons are not one size fits all.