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I have been teaching piano for 13 years. I am also a church organist.

This studio is an fun, stimulating environment where the focus is on the student and on creating music.

I was born in Worcester, and took full advantage of the acclaimed environment there, and received his foundational training in music. I earned his Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Theory and Composition from the University of New Hampshire in 1977. My major instrument was the Organ. I went on to earn a Master of Science Degree in Music Education, also from UNH, in 1984.

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

An active member of the Ontario Registered Music Teachers’ Association (ORMTA) Kingston Branch and National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) Michael Faulkner holds a Bachelor of Music Degree from Queen’s University, Kingston and is also a graduate of the Royal Conservatory of Music A.R.C.T. (Piano Performer and Teacher, Vocal Performer and Teacher). Michael is also a member of the Canadian Music Festivals Adjudicators Association (CMFAA) and has adjudicated numerous music festivals, competitions as well as giving Masterclasses and performances within these communities across Canada.

Known for his musical insight, beautiful tone and technical command, Michael began his music studies at age four, participating in numerous music festivals and competitions receiving many top awards and distinctions.
Michael enjoys a rewarding career as teacher of more than 60 weekly students of all ages and levels in piano, voice, pedagogy and theory. He teaches in person and online to students from across the country. His YouTube educational music channel is used by music students worldwide. Many of his students have received top honours, distinctions and awards throughout Canada and a large number have pursued careers in music as well. He also actively performs in his own community and across Canada and is well versed in Opera, Oratorio and Music Theatre repertoire.

As an accompanist Michael is in high demand working with singers and instrumentalists of all ages and abilities from beginner to professional level. Michael has also enjoyed working for a number of years with Conservatory Canada as an examiner in piano and voice. He is a member teacher with Music for Young Children (MYC) and believes the start of music education at an early age is very important. For more than 35 years Michael has worked as a Church musician and frequently is asked to provide musical service and guidance to many Worship denominations. Michael’s community choir in the Quinte region “Let’s Make a Choir” and already has more than 50 voices singing for various charities and he has now started the “Let’s Make a Choir Childrens’ Choir” which is a joy to hear the young voices in song together. Michael believes that music is a lifelong passion and is always looking for new musical challenges and enrichment. Michael is an avid animal lover and enjoys skiing, hiking, attending music concerts and theatre.