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Piano lessons in St. Albert (Akinsdale) & online

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Private piano lessons for children, teens, and adults, taught by two doctorate-trained professional piano teachers. We are equipped with pedagogy training designed to help you or your child learn at your best!

In-person lessons: Our home piano studio in St. Albert welcomes students from St. Albert, Edmonton, Spruce Grove, Sturgeon County, Morinville, and surrounding communities.

Online piano lessons: Students join us from communities across Alberta, Ontario, and the USA.

Whether your goal is to achieve a high level of piano playing or simply enjoy music as a hobby, you are welcome to join us!

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About Our St. Albert piano Studio

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  • Weekly private lessons available in 30, 45, or 60 minute sessions

  • Beginner to advanced piano lessons, ages 4-80+

  • Adult piano lessons

  • Theory lessons at any level

  • Group classes, recording projects & recitals throughout the year available

  • Royal Conservatory of Music exam preparation available - click to learn about these exams

  • In-person lessons on a beautiful Kawai grand piano

  • High quality online lessons via zoom for remote students - click here to see a demo

  • Rates starting at $152 per month - flat monthly fee for easy budgeting

  • Lessons include focus on proper reading habits right from the start & developing long term, injury-free technique

  • We build confidence in our students by combining fun and structured lessons

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Meet the piano Teachers

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Dr. Petya Stavreva

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Petya Stavreva is a Doctor of Musical Arts graduate, RCM examiner, and accomplished pianist with over 20 years of teaching experience.

She offers personalized piano lessons in St. Albert and online for students of all ages and levels. Her students have achieved success in festivals,
competitions, and RCM exams.

With a focus on strong technique, confidence, creativity, and injury-free playing, Dr. Stavreva helps students develop both musical excellence and a lifelong love of piano.

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Dr. Todd Yaniw

Todd Yaniw is an accomplished pianist and passionate teacher, holding a Doctorate in Piano Performance. Todd brings extensive performance experience, including appearances with leading Canadian orchestras and at renowned concert venues across Canada and internationally.

As a former piano faculty member at the Royal Conservatory of Music’s Taylor Academy, Todd has worked with dedicated young musicians and students of many levels. he combines his deep musical knowledge with a patient, approachable teaching style, encouraging each student to develop their own voice and enjoy the process of making music.

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