LESSONS WITH LAURA MUSIC STUDIO
Nurturing Mind, Body, and Spirit Through Music
A warm, caring, and professional home studio dedicated to excellence in music education.
THE STUDIO EXPERIENCE & OFFERINGS
We believe that a love of music and the ability to play an instrument or sing is a truly holistic gift. Our lessons are designed to nurture mind, body, and spirit.
Lessons Offered
We offer private instruction for students of all ages and stages in:
- Piano Performance
- Music Theory
- Music History
- Harmony
OUR UNIQUE SETTING AND YOUR GIFT OF MUSIC
Your lessons take place in a private home studio located in Rio Terrace, Edmonton—known in the neighbourhood as “the painted rock snake house” – dedicated to providing a nurturing and fun environment. Love of music and the ability to play an instrument or sing in a choir, and understand how music works is such a gift and truly holistic way to nurture mind, body, and spirit!
Students enjoy their lessons on a beautiful Yamaha grand piano.
Friendly Greeting:
Our home is dog-friendly! You will likely be greeted by our gentle mini Australian Shepherd, Echo.
ABOUT LAURA HAWLEY
Laura is a warm and friendly teacher with music as her lifelong passion. With over 25 years of experience teaching piano, theory, history, and harmony in her home studio, she brings both deep expertise and genuine kindness to every lesson.
Professional Excellence
- Credentials: Laura holds an A.R.C.T. in piano performance, a Bachelor of Music and Master’s in Music Theory.
- Educator: She has taught at the university level (University of Ottawa, Carleton University, and Concordia University) instructing in conducting, theory, composition, sight-singing, and ear-training.
- Artist: Laura is an active conductor and a JUNO-nominated composer.
- Pianist: Laura has worked as a pianist with many fine ensembles including the Cantiamo Choirs of Ottawa, Ottawa Children’s Choir, Chorale St-Jean (Edmonton), and the Canadian Chamber Choir.
Click here to read her full bio and list of professional ensembles!
STUDIO POLICIES & HELPFUL INFO
Lesson Times & Duration
Lessons are offered on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons from September to June.
| Level / Subject | Recommended Duration |
| Piano (Beginner to Level 5) | 30 minutes |
| Piano (Levels 5–7) | 45 minutes |
| Piano (Levels 8 and up) | 1 hour |
| Theory (Elementary) | 30 minutes |
| Theory (Intermediate) | 30–45 minutes |
| Theory (Advanced) | 1 hour |
Pricing
30 minutes – $40 | 45 minutes – $60 | 1 hour – $75
Family Involvement
Parents are welcome and strongly encouraged to attend their child’s lesson! This helps create a family relationship with the musical journey, empowers you to understand your child’s progress, and guides your support for home practice.
Tuition
Tuition reserves your weekly time slot for the entire academic year and covers the comprehensive operations of the studio, including:
- Weekly lessons and workshops
- Recitals and performances
- Correspondence and preparation time
- Professional development
- Piano tuning, maintenance, studio maintenance/insurance
Attendance and Cancellation
Lessons run from September to June, and students are expected to complete the full year. Our scheduling follows the school calendar (with two weeks off for winter holidays and one week off for Spring Break).
| Policy | Detail |
| Lateness/Cancellation by Student | No allowance or credit can be made for lateness or lessons missed by the student. |
| Illness Make-Up | We do our best to make up lessons missed due to illness. Contact Laura ASAP to arrange a slot. Missed lessons must be made up within the week before the next scheduled lesson and cannot be carried forward. |
| Cancellation by Teacher | If the teacher cancels a lesson, the lesson will be made up or credited. |
| Exams/Festivals | No examinations, auditions, or festivals should be contracted without Laura’s knowledge and approval. |
| Stopping Lessons | One month’s notice must be given prior to termination, and all fees must be current. |
INQUIRE NOW
If you’re interested in reserving a weekly lesson slot for the academic year, please fill out the pre-registration form.
Or, you can contact Laura here!