Inspiring Students to Enjoy Music
January 28, 2021
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Playing music a student loves is a great first step to inspiring students to enjoy music.
Playing music a student loves is a great first step to inspiring students to enjoy music.
Oh… what a year can bring! In 2019, Imagine Music Inc. celebrated its 25th year anniversary recital with balloons, cake, giftbags, many hugs, and handshakes.
Time and time again, I have seen so many kids start music lessons in Calgary at a young age and continue playing until adulthood.
Covid-19 has changed our lives so much, yet students, parents, and families still want a strong music education that will deliver.
Peter has been a teacher and drummer for over 30 years. He has been teaching with Imagine Music Inc for over 10 years. I decided to interview Peter about drums lessons to inform anyone new to drumming what to expect.
I have always enjoyed teaching theory. To teach theory, a music teacher will need to find creative ways to explain a concept so a student
Darcy Van Helden is a dedicated and passionate piano teacher in Calgary who loves helping students of all ages discover confidence and creativity through music. With a strong foundation in music education and years of teaching experience, Darcy creates engaging, personalized piano lessons that help students build solid technique while developing a genuine love for music.
Darcy works with beginner, intermediate, and advanced piano students, focusing on strong fundamentals, musical expression, and goal setting. Whether students are preparing for Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) exams, festivals, recitals, or simply playing for enjoyment, Darcy tailors each lesson to match their individual learning style and musical interests.
In addition to teaching at Imagine Music, Darcy is an active member of CASA Musical Arts in Calgary, where she contributes administrative support and helps strengthen the local music community.
Students and families appreciate Darcy’s patient, encouraging approach and her ability to make lessons both structured and inspiring. She believes music lessons should be a positive, motivating experience that builds lifelong skills in discipline, creativity, and confidence.
If you’re looking for professional, supportive piano lessons in Calgary, Darcy would love to help you (or your child) begin or continue your musical journey.