Private music lessons and masterclasses

Students of all ages and levels are welcome to take classes offered by our Division of Prep Studies. Our teachers are highly qualified and have both performance and pedagogical experience.

We offer masterclasses to give students additional insights into their playing. Our Enrichment Program is designed to challenge gifted young students who want to expand their musical range and knowledge.

Lessons are available on the University of Manitoba Fort Garry campus and throughout the city.

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Private lessons

We offer music lessons for the following:

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    • Piano
    • Jazz piano
    • Violin
    • Viola
    • Cello
    • Double bass
    • Voice
    • Guitar
    • Mandolin
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    • Flute
    • Clarinet
    • Saxophone
    • Jazz saxophone
    • Percussion
    • Trumpet
    • Trombone
    • Feldenkrais

Learn about the Feldenkrais method

We also offer private lessons in East Indian music, including the following:

  • Harmonium
  • Tabla
  • Sitar
  • Gazal, geet and Bollywood vocals

Our instructors

Our Instructors are professional musicians, performers and educators who provide lessons in a positive and supportive environment.

Meet our Prep Studies instructors

Register for private lessons

Contact Prep Studies to discuss your lesson needs, such as your: 

  • Instrument
  • Area of the city
  • Previous experience
  • Goals
  • Genres you may want to study

Our coordinator will inquire with teachers on your behalf and recommend a teacher that best suits your needs.

The teacher will then contact you to introduce themselves and discuss lesson arrangements.

Once a lesson time has been arranged with your teacher, please contact the Prep Studies office to receive an online link that will allow you to register.

Enrichment Program

  • Unique to the Prep Studies division, the Enrichment Program challenges gifted young students in the areas of voice, piano, and instrumental music.

    Auditions for the Enrichment Program are held each year in June for admission into the program the following September. Once accepted, Enrichment Program students commit to attending regular, weekly lessons and participating in a special program of masterclasses.

    • Auditions for 2025-26 Enrichment Program: TBD
    • Registration deadline: TBD
  • A young student holding a violin.

Masterclasses

In our regular and Enrichment Program masterclasses, students work one-on-one with guest clinicians to help improve their technique.

Enrichment Program masterclasses

Enrichment Program masterclasses are open to students who successfully auditioned for the Enrichment Program in June. Students participate in a minimum of three masterclasses each year.

Please contact the Prep Studies office if you are unsure of your eligibility. 

  • 2025-26 Enrichment Program Masterclass Schedule - To be added