NewsletterMusic Lesson Update for December 2024

Oakville Academy of Music

Welcome back everybody!

We’re here with your monthly update for all the news and updates that you need to know about the Oakville Academy of Music for December.

What’s on the agenda:

– welcoming our new students

– wishing students and staff a very happy birthday

– Holiday decorating

– teacher and student of the month

– Pizza party draw

– Stuff the Stocking offer

– tips and tricks

Let’s start off by welcoming over 50 new students joining us to help on your musical journey!

We will next celebrate our students with December birthdays.

Happy birthday to 22 Oakville students and to our piano teacher:

Patrick

Holiday Decorating

It’s the time of year when we celebrate a variety of holidays! Each of our students’ studios will have a Christmas tree available. While we’ve provided some ornaments, we’d love for you to get creative and make something at home. It can be Christmas-related, inspired by another holiday, or any unique creation you come up with. Bring your ornament to the studio to help us decorate our trees.

Important Reminder:

The final day of lessons this month is December 22nd, so be sure to bring your ornaments in before then so everyone can enjoy them!

Student of the Month:

Congratulations to Maya K. for demonstrating outstanding dedication and participation in every lesson. Well done, Maya!

Teacher of the Month:

Congratulations to Misha!

Misha recently joined us as a piano and vocal teacher at our Oakville location. He has quickly showcased his dedication to students and his passion for music. Whether he’s sharing Disney songs or inspiring others, Misha exemplifies the joy of a musical journey. Thank you, Misha, for being a valued part of our team!

Stuff the Stocking Offer

Have you noticed the little stockings around our studios? This special offer is perfect for new students—or even another child in your family, a friend, neighbour, or anyone interested in starting lessons!

Here’s what the offer includes:

• One month of lessons (4 lessons)
• A stocking stuffed with goodies, including musical items and a music-related tool to enhance their learning.

All of this for just $99—a fantastic savings!

If you or someone you know is interested, look for the link below to register or share it with a friend. Don’t miss out!

Tips and Tricks

Please note that there will be no lessons from December 23rd to January 1st. Lessons will resume on January 2nd.

But the holiday break doesn’t mean your musical journey has to pause! Here are a few ideas to keep the music alive:

• Perform for family or friends during gatherings.
• Teach a younger family member an easy song.
• Experiment with improvisation.
• Listen to new music and explore different styles.

Music is a wonderful way to bring people together during the holidays, so why not share your talent and joy with others?

Secret Word

Thanks for sticking around until the end!

This month’s secret word is: WINTER

Call, text, email, or visit the admin staff and share the secret word for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card. Don’t forget to check the video below to see last month’s winner.

Happy Holidays! 🎄

Don’t forget to pick up your Musical Ladder Practice Buddy at the desk after your first challenge!

One fun buddy to practice with once you’ve completed your Apprentice challenge for three months of music lessons!

Musical Ladder System® Achievements

Oakville Academy of Music is the only music school in the area offering students the opportunity to earn special wristbands, trophies and certificates passing musical challenges with the Musical Ladder System®. This system helps motivate students to create and achieve musical goals with their instructor.

Proud parents, ambitious students and excited teachers. Everybody wins!

Do other schools offer trophies and certificates? A few, but none of them inspire their students with smiling faces by giving them full colour, really cool “Musical Ladder System®” wristbands they can show off to their friends.

Arianna B
Maria B
Evangeline A
Liam D
Nevathan K
Matthew G
Zaara B
Vinayak R
Vasanthi K
Ashvin V
Chelsea M
Anusha P
Dhruv N
Emily W
Georgio C
Marcello C
Maria F
Mark B
Maya K

Max T
Kate L
Elena C
Wyatt Z
Alexander B
Morgan L
Merrick L
Sophia S
Domenic S
Samaira J
Brittany C
Chloe H
Simon G
Jacob L
Sydney L
Pippa K
Pearl K
Abby Z
Isaac Z
Zane N

Miraya S
David S
Zmzm M
Ojas P
Hunter K
Ava H
Tia A
Yousef  A
Chloe   P
Dara      B
James  D

Taliana C
Naiyam T
Khush   B
Alison   D
Brandon  A
Leo B
Kushagra S
Myra K
Ava D
Kristoffer P
Zerah    R

Maria R. (Piano)
Mondays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Wednesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Thursdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Fridays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Saturdays: 3 SLOTS LEFT
Sundays: 1 SLOT LEFT

Hector G. (Piano)
Mondays: SOLD OUT
Tuesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Wednesdays: SOLD OUT
Thursdays: 1 SLOT LEFT

Heather W. (Piano & Voice)
Mondays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Tuesdays: SOLD OUT
Wednesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Thursdays: SOLD OUT

Mischa A. (Piano & Voice)
Mondays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Tuesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Thursdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Saturdays: 1 SLOT LEFT

Joe P. (Piano)
Tuesdays: 2 SLOTS LEFT
Wednesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Thursdays: 1 SLOT LEFT

Edmund B. (Piano)
Mondays: SOLD OUT
Saturdays: 2 SLOTS LEFT

Justus H. (Guitar & Ukulele)
Mondays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Tuesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Wednesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Thursdays: 3 SLOTS LEFT

Korina E. (Piano & Voice)
Mondays: SOLD OUT
Tuesdays: SOLD OUT
Wednesdays: SOLD OUT
Saturdays: SOLD OUT

Nathan F. (Piano & Voice)
Mondays: SOLD OUT
Tuesdays: SOLD OUT
Wednesdays: SOLD OUT
Fridays: SOLD OUT
Saturdays: SOLD OUT

Mario P. (Guitar & Ukulele)
Tuesdays: SOLD OUT
Thursdays: SOLD OUT

Jake K. (Guitar, Piano, Ukulele)
Mondays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Tuesdays: SOLD OUT
Wednesdays: 2 SLOTS LEFT
Thursdays: 1 SLOT LEFT

Anthony (Guitar & Ukulele)
Tuesdays: SOLD OUT
Wednesdays: SOLD OUT
Fridays: 2 SLOTS LEFT

Anirudh (Guitar & Ukulele)
Mondays: SOLD OUT

Ian H (Guitar)
Tuesdays: 3 SLOTS LEFT

Graham D. (Piano & Voice)
Tuesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Wednesdays: SOLD OUT
Thursdays: SOLD OUT
Saturdays: SOLD OUT

Margaret P. (Piano & Violin)
Mondays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Wednesdays: SOLD OUT
Thursdays: 2 SLOTS LEFT
Fridays: 3 SLOTS LEFT
Saturdays: SOLD OUT

Devi L. (Piano)
Tuesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Wednesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Sundays: SOLD OUT

Justin K. (Drums & Piano)
Tuesdays: 3 SLOTS LEFT
Friday: 3 SLOTS LEFT

Maddy L. (Piano & Voice)
Mondays: SOLD OUT
Tuesdays: SOLD OUT
Wednesdays: SOLD OUT
Saturdays: SOLD OUT

Eric T. (Guitar)
Mondays: SOLD OUT
Tuesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT

Adam E. (Piano)
Mondays: 2 SLOT LEFT
Tuesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Wednesdays: 3 SLOTS LEFT

Lidiia K. (Piano & Voice)
Mondays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Tuesdays: 2 SLOTS LEFT
Wednesday: 2 SLOTS LEFT
Thursday: 2 SLOTS LEFT

Maria M. (Piano)
Tuesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Fridays: 1 SLOT LEFT

Robert P. (Guitar & Ukulele)
Mondays: 2 SLOTS LEFT
Tuesdays: 3 SLOTS LEFT
Wednesdays: 3 SLOTS LEFT

JC. A. (Piano)
Mondays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Tuesdays: 2 SLOT LEFT
Wednesdays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Fridays: 3 SLOTS LEFT

Makayla (Piano)
Saturdays: SOLD OUT

Jonathan (Piano)
Mondays: SOLD OUT
Tuesdays: 2 SLOTS LEFT
Fridays: 1 SLOT LEFT
Saturdays: 2 SLOTS LEFT

Paul M. (Drums)
Wednesdays: SOLD OUT

Jason W. (Piano)
Thursdays: 1 SLOT LEFT

Isabelle P. (Piano)
Sundays: SOLD OUT

UPCOMING DATES

Recital Registration Deadline – December 2
Winter Recital – December 13-15
Winter Break – December 23 – January 3 – No lessons
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Registration – January 31
Family Day – February 17 – Closed