Guitar Lessons
Pricing and Policies
~~~ COVID-19 UPDATE: Lessons are held online. We currently accept new students. ~~~
Lessons are offered by on all types of guitar: classical, acoustic and bass are available. Andrew also offers drum lessons.
What’s thrilling about today’s demand for guitar lessons, is the fact that teacher can make it so much fun!
Learn your favorite song, bring a CD, accompany yourself when singing, compose your song… the options are here. Under the right guidance of our teacher, you will be able to play in a short time, songs that you like, classics or rock.
While you are still thinking about guitar lessons, let us explain how we can make your journey productive and motivate you to begin.
Learning by yourself is great and can bring you to a certain point when you run out of ideas and your initial inspiration is diminishing. This is the time when regular lessons take over. We will provide you with the theory behind the accords, help you develop your skills and eventually show results. Come and learn from the best, we are here to show you the way…
Andrew Brophy teaches guitar, drums, composition and beginner piano lessons. He is a professional teacher who knows how to inspire his students. Andrew has a dedicated, personable and friendly character. His skills and thorough musical background provide him with tools to give the best lessons. His students really like to come to his lessons.
Andrew completed a three year applied music program at Mohawk College where he studied classical guitar under Johnathan Earp. He has had over twenty years experience in writing and performing in rock, hard rock and heavy metal bands as a guitarist, drummer and vocalist. He also was part of a classical guitar ensemble for a number of years.
Andrew has ten years experience teaching students of all ages. His relaxed approach inspires student’s to explore music, develop their playing skills and have fun. His lessons focus on all aspects of music, specifically rhythm, technique and music literacy. Andrew has developed a unique approach to technical efficiency, as well as encouraging each student’s personal creativity. He has collected a large repertoire in guitar music ranging from popular, easy listening, to all genres and era’s of rock, hard rock, and metal music, as well as classical guitar music.
Dr. Ruth Guechtal is a guitar teacher, composer and performer whose goal is to educate students of all ages by creating a positive learning environment while challenging and respecting students’ individual aesthetic.
Her main focus in private instrumental instruction and ensemble coaching is on music notation, harmony and counterpoint, all of which she believes are essential to properly learning any style of music. She is comfortable teaching all styles of music with a specialization in rock, pop, classical and heavy metal guitar. Her teaching experience spans 14 years of private and studio guitar instruction as well as in-class teaching assistant-ships in music theory, composition and history.
Having completed a college diploma and university degree in classical guitar performance, she obtained her doctorate in composition at the University of Alberta.
Equally adept on upright bass and the bass guitar, Ross MacIntyre was been a fixture on the Canadian music scene for over 20 years. He studied at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, and is a graduate of the University of Toronto’s Jazz Studies program where he studied with Ray Brown, Dave Young, and Don Thompson. Ross has played all over the world with artists such as Matt Dusk, Emilie Claire Barlow, Suzanne Somers, Heather Bambrick, Elizabeth Shepherd, Kellylee Evans, Jesse Cook, Jim Cuddy, Geoffrey Keezer, and Guido Basso – just to name just a few. He is featured on hundreds of recordings, including 12 JUNO award nominated albums, and winning the 2013 Jazz Vocal Album of the Year, “Seule ce Soir”. He has played in the pit orchestra for musicals including Phantom of the Opera (Mirvish), The Lion King (Mirvish), Stricly Ballroom (Mirvish), Jukebox Hero (Mirvish), Urinetown (Canstage), Bend It Like Beckham (Starvox), and many other. He is currently the resident bassist at the Shaw Festival.
Ross is very excited to be a part of the educational faculty at KMS, and to introduce students young and old to the joys of playing the double bass. From beginner to professional, he is excited to work with students towards their goals whether it’s orchestra or school auditions, performance pieces, or just for the love of music!
Beginner Level – Level 4
Level 5 – Level 8
Level 9, 10 and ARCT lessons
ONE-TIME REGISTRATION FEE
LATE FEE
SCHOOL YEAR SCHEDULING AND MISSED LESSONS POLICY FROM SEPTEMBER TO JUNE:
After initial trial lesson you will be given exact time spot. From then on, lessons are scheduled on weekly basis. Lessons are billed and due monthly, on the first day of each month. One-time fees are billed at the time of booking. Registration fee is charged only after the initial trial lesson, once you confirm your interest. There are NO lessons (no charge for lessons) during Statutory Holidays. No make-up lessons policy: If you are unable to attend the scheduled lesson invite a friend or a family member to take a lesson in your place. Notify us prior to lesson about who will be attending. No credits can be issued for any missed lessons. Also, there will be no alternate time allocated, only regular scheduled time.
SUMMER LESSONS SCHEDULING AND MISSED LESSONS POLICY FOR THE MONTHS OF JULY AND AUGUST:
In the summer months of July and August we have flexibility to accommodate as many or as few lessons as you choose. Lessons are scheduled ahead of time, on specific weeks and days. After detailed consultation with the teacher’s availability you can choose your weeks and length of your lessons. You may consider more frequent or longer lessons on the weeks you can make it, to gain time for missing some weeks you cannot come in. Billing will follow accordingly, based on pre-booked lessons. Lessons are paid for in advance. During summer months we ask for minimum 2-weeks cancellation notice, or the lesson is considered missed and paid for. No make up lesson will be allowed for the missed lesson without 2-week notice. We limit the make up lessons to 2 in the summer.
HOLIDAY CLOSURES
Labour Day: Sunday & Monday closed
Thanksgiving: Sunday & Monday closed
Winter Break: Two full weeks closed
Family Day: Sunday & Monday closed
March Break: Lessons on the 1st weekend then closed Monday to Sunday
Easter: Friday to Monday closed
Victoria Day: Sunday & Monday closed
INSTRUMENT RENTAL FEES
RENT-TO-OWN PROGRAM
Half (1/2) of the amount spent on renting the instrument goes towards later purchase (only for some instruments, exceptions apply). Payment plan for buy out is also available.
Withdrawal from lessons 2 weeks notice.
Fill our registration form online, so we have all your contact information. In there, write us a note describing what you are looking for. Pick an instrument based on your personal preference and we will match you with the teacher on a certain day and time of the week. Then we set up an initial lesson time for you. After you pay for the lesson, all is set. Registration fee is only charged after the initial lesson and when you decide to sign up for weekly lessons.
We have selected instruments for rent, starting at $20/month.
If you have a small child who is undecided, attend a Junior Class for very young children. Children 6 and up can also observe the Junior Class, or observe some other instrumental class by appointment.
Bring your child to a live music concert. We recommend classical music concert, or some of our internal music recitals we put on every December and June. Show your child variety of musical performances and styles. What resonates with them is the right choice. For us at Klaudia’s Music Studio is important to know what style you like. Classical music, light classics, popular contemporary music, heavy metal music, movie music, or anything else.
We based our violin, piano, guitar, cello and double bass teaching on classical music, but not exclusively. For example, student can play a new music piece once the technique allows it. And we also have rock guitar and drums lessons that are not based on classical music at all. It all depends on instrument, teacher and student which way you want to lean towards.
Sign up for a trial 10-week period. After this time you will have a better understanding of what is involved.
No. Teacher determined the readiness and it is only recommended for students who take music lessons and music education very seriously. Preparations are extensive and involve much more than just playing a musical instrument.
Yes, for 1/2 price of the regular lesson. One-time initial trial class. You may take another trial lesson on different instrument. We provide instrument for trial class for free.
Yes. Violin, viola, cello, double bass, guitar, keyboard, electric piano.
No, we only offer lessons at one of the Studio locations.
General music introduction starts at the age 3.5 in our Junior Music Class. Summer Camp is for children 5.5 years and up. Instrumental playing is recommended by Klaudia’s Music Studio at the age 5 or up, with exception of guitar where we recommend starting at minimum 8 years old.
Yes, absolutely.
Click the Register link at the top of the website, call us or send us an email.
Our approach is to integrate all aspects of music into one beautiful, ear pleasing experience. Importance of home practicing is the key. The studio encourages daily home practicing from its students.
A word for parents of children: we encourage you to set and devote a prime part of their day to practice a musical instrument. First thing in the morning, if they are early birds; or 1-2 hours after they come home from school if that’s their prime attention time; or 1-2 hours after dinner if they stay up late. Feed your child nutritious food 1-2 hours prior to practicing and try not to offer sweets of any kind. This spike in sugar levels will make them tired for practicing. Keep giving them healthy snacks only and water to drink. Once it is time to practice turn off all electronic devices in the house. And we mean it. Even your buzzing phone on silent mode is a huge distraction to their sensitive and all aware senses. Give your child undivided attention for the time of practicing, especially at the beginnings when the instrument feels new. Help them to your best knowledge. A receptive audience is often all that is required to encourage a child to practice. Sit and listen, try not to interfere too much with teacher’s instructions. Reward them with a hug, sticker, small toy, but avoid sugar treats. Then eventually the child will want to practice alone, in private. This is a great step toward independence. Let it happen, but don’t forget to keep setting time for home practicing, set reminders and continue the rewards so they feel appreciated. Each child needs to hold accountable for his or her homework. Both teachers and parents as role models have an important part in a child’s advancement and only when sufficient effort is put in, will we see great results. If there is too much resistance from child it is time to talk and reconsider a different instrument, or a completely different path. On the contrary, if there is a great enthusiasm and practice reminders are not needed it is time to discuss the future exams with the teacher and get properly informed. Besides of instrument, theory lessons will be needed to develop all skills necessary to succeed in music. It is an investment into one’s future.
Adult students should also devote time to home practicing to progress in their musical development. Home practice gives teachers important weekly feedback and guides both student and teacher to produce a more customized learning routine.
1469 Nottinghill Gate,
Oakville, ON L6M 1X7
(between 3rd Line & Dorval Drive,
South of Upper Middle Road)
1525 Litchfield Road,
Oakville, ON L6H 5P4
(Access from White Oaks Blvd
& Litchfield ONLY,
not from Upper Middle)
1469 Nottinghill Gate,
Oakville, ON L6M 1X7
1525 Litchfield Road,
Oakville, ON L6H 5P4