Piano lessons that come to you.
Private, in-home lessons in Victoria, BC for all ages, specializing in children and young adults.
- RCMtrained
- 10+ yearsteaching piano
- 30–60 minlessons
- At your homein Victoria, BC
Lessons at home, on your own piano.
No driving across town and no waiting rooms. Lessons happen at your piano at a regular weekly time.
- No commute
- No packing siblings into the car or sitting in a lobby. The lesson starts at your door.
- Your own instrument
- Students learn on the keys they practise on all week, so lessons carry straight into practice.
- Room to settle in
- Many students feel more at ease at home, and parents can see what to encourage between lessons.
- One consistent teacher
- The same teacher every week, who gets to know how each student learns.
Lesson details
- Ages
- All ages, specializing in children and young adults
- Lesson length
- 30 to 60 minutes
- Packages
- Monthly packages available
- Area
- Victoria, BC, in your home
- Levels
- Beginner to intermediate
- Music
- Pop, classical, movie soundtracks and folk
- Skills
- Sight reading, technique and ear training
- Rates
- Shared when you get in touch
How I teach
Every student starts with a relaxed first lesson where I get to know their musical abilities, goals and interests. From there I plan lessons that balance sight reading, technique and ear training with music they’re excited to play, whether that’s pop, classical, movie soundtracks or folk. Each lesson is structured but never rigid, so students build solid skills, stay engaged and find room for their own creativity as they work toward their musical goals.
at a piano
Hi, I’m Vanessa.
I’ve spent more than ten years helping students find their way into music, and I love seeing a young player’s confidence grow week by week.
I completed my Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) training and have taught piano for over a decade. I work with students of all ages and specialize in children and young adults. Lessons come to you, so the focus stays on the music, at the piano you play every day.
Getting started is simple
Four steps from first message to a regular lesson time.
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Send a short note
Use the form below or send a text. Tell me your neighbourhood and the student’s age.
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I’ll get back to you
Usually within 1–2 business days. I’m often mid-lesson, so a text usually gets the quickest reply.
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Trial lesson at home
We meet, play a little, talk about goals and favourite music, and see how it feels. [Whether parents stay and listen]
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Choose a weekly time
If it’s a good fit, we set a regular lesson slot. Monthly packages are available. [Optional: commitment policy]
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Questions from parents
Something else on your mind? Send a text.
Where do lessons take place?
In your home, at your piano or keyboard. I travel to students in Victoria, BC. If you’re not sure whether you’re in range, send your neighbourhood or postal code and I’ll let you know.
Do we need an acoustic piano?
[Vanessa’s policy, e.g. whether a full-size keyboard with weighted keys is fine to start.]
How young can my child start?
[Youngest age taught, and what readiness looks like.]
Do you teach adults?
Yes. I work with students of all ages. Most of my students are children and young adults, and adult learners are welcome too.
Does a parent need to be home?
[Policy for students under 18.]
What happens if we need to cancel?
[Cancellation and make-up lesson policy.]
Book a trial lesson
Tell me a little about the student and where you are. I’ll reply to set up a time.
I’m often mid-lesson, so a text usually gets the quickest reply.
In-home lessons in Victoria, BC.