Susan Nokes
Little Britain, ON
BIO
Hello my name is Susan Nokes...welcome to my MYC web site in the City of Kawartha Lakes! I hope this will be the beginning for you and your child to be on a journey of music together.
About me...
I strive to inspire and develop a love for music. I studied piano at the Royal Conservatory of Music and then attended College. Since then I have received a diploma in Child Psychology. I have gained valuable experience in working with children through children's programming in my community, both work related and volunteer.
I am a certified MYC® teacher and I have successfully been teaching Music for Young Children® in the City of Kawartha Lakes for 0ver nineteen years. I am located in the City of Kawartha Lakes and will be teaching this Fall 2021 in Little Britain, Ontario. My music and piano lesson region generally reaches Home School students, Trillium Lakelands District School Board and Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board.
Music will greatly enhance the life of a child by providing valuable skills and life lessons. I believe
that every child's life should have the opportunity to be enriched by music. It is a gift to empower them now and for their future. I offer piano lessons up to RCM Grade 8 and actively teach all levels of MYC®
I am a certified Ultimate Music Theory teacher and teach Basic, Intermediate and Advanced theory lessons, group and private. I participate in the MYC® Composition Festival, Community Festivals, Master Classes.
Other qualifications include:
Royal of Conservatory Certified Teacher
Teacher - Intermediate Piano and Theory Specialist
Ultimate Music Theory Certified
Child Psychology Diploma
I encourage students and families to develop a love for music and I will help you reach your own
personal goals regardless of age or level.
About MYC...
Music for Young Children is an exciting child centered approach to learning music. Working together in small groups with parents and teacher, children learn fundamental skills.
SINGING TOGETHER creates a special bond
KEYBOARD PLAYING and rhythm ensembles nurture team skills.
CREATIVE MOVEMENT develops individual expressiveness.
MUSIC READING AND THEORY are reinforced with group activities and hands on materials.
COMPOSING integrates aural and written skills and gives children a sense of ownership.
I'd love to have you join the wonderful world of music...please browse through my website and contact me for further information.
Related
Links:
https://musicteachersdirectory.org/
https://musicteachersdirectory.org/CAN/ON-Music-Private-Teachers-Ontario-Music-Private-Lessons
https://musicteachersdirectory.org/CAN/ON/Little-Britain-Music-Teachers-Ontario-Music-Lessons
Join my Face Book page....Music for Young Children
Susan Nokes MYCC UMTC
cell: 705-340-2933
susannokes@hotmail.com
Levels Taught
- Sunshine 1
- Sunshine 2
- Sunbeams 1
- Sunbeams 2
- Sunbeams 3
- Moonbeams 1
- Moonbeams 2
- Moonbeams 3
- My Choice
- Music Your Best Choice
Rates and Prices
See Current MYC Registration fees upon registering.
Certain classes may have additional class material required at an additional cost. Please discuss this with the teacher directly.
Other class materials not included in registration are optional CD's, USB, stickers ect.
Lesson tuition Fees and Policies are outlined below.
Please note: There is a $36 admin fee per registration.
Other (Policies, descriptions)
Welcome to MYC® 2024-2025
Please initial each section ____, sign/date at the end, and return this form to the teacher at the first lesson.
Classes begin the week of September 5th
____ TUITION FEE:
36 lessons- include all classes and recitals. Cheques are due at the first lesson. Please make all cheques payable to Susan Nokes. 9 monthly post dated cheques OR Recurring Etransfer
□ Regular- $104 Post-dated Sept. 1st – May 1st note: ________________________
NSF charge of $25 will apply.
____ CLASS SCHEDULES/Cancellations:
Classes meet once a week for one hour each week with a parent or designated music partner. Students are grouped according age and level. Class times may be subject to change with appropriate notice.
____ ARRIVAL/PUNCTUALITY:
Please come to class prepared and on time to avoid disruption to others! Hooks are provided for coats, indoor shoes or socks only in the studio.
____ ABSENCE:
In the event of unavoidable absence, please let me know. Missed lessons will not be refunded; however, I will phone or e-mail you the homework. Student may participate online when in-person is not available.
All Covid safety protocols will be in place, including screening before attending in-person lessons.
____ WITHDRAWAL:
Every student stops taking lesson at some point. Ideally, this decision is made thoughtfully with plenty of discussion between the teacher, parent, and student so that lessons can cease with a positive sense of closure. For this reason and since your spot cannot be filled once lessons begin, the teacher asks for two months notice prior to discontinuing lessons. Note: At the discretion of the teacher, students may be asked to discontinue lessons at any time if they have unpaid tuition, an excess amount of absences/unprepared lessons, or if they show a lack of interest.
____ PARENT PARTICIPATION:
The parent’s role is to provide support to your child. You need to keep your child organized and be a positive example as you also participate, listen and learn. Please help by finding manual pages, tin sheet, magnets and rhythm bag during the lesson to keep the class running efficiently. Please no cell phones during lessons.
____ SIBLINGS:
Other siblings require childcare if not enrolled in class, unless an unforeseeable need arises or planned in advance.
____ PRACTICE EXPECTATIONS:
You will learn a variety of music concepts throughout the course. It is essential to practice all the elements when practicing at home. We all learn best with review. Try to start and end practices with something fun. Schedule practices during the day when your child is at their best. Five days of practice each week is expected and is rewarded with a sticker. Treasure Chest is a reward practicing and is filled by donations from parents. I also reward a ‘perfect practice record’ with a medal at the year-end Recital. Keys in activity book must be colored before you come to class.
____ COMMITMENT:
Beginning music lessons is a commitment to your child’s music education. It is not just one hour of class time each week but also consistent practice time at home. Short practices a little each day work best. There will be days when your child will not want to practice, this is normal and does not mean that music lessons should come to an end.
____ COMMUNICATION:
Your input and communication is very important to me. You may call, e-mail or text me anytime if you have questions or concerns.
I agree to allow photographs or videos of my child to be included in future MYC® related publications; eg. MYC® webpages /Facebook yes□ no□
I AGREE TO THESE POLICIES AND TUITION FEES:
__________________________ ________
SIGNATURE DATE
Studio Address and Contact
361 Eldon Road, Little Britain
STUDIO Located in Heritage Christian School Lindsay, ON
Home Location:
361 Eldon Rd
Little Britain, ON
K0M2C0
Also available online
I provide a bright, child friendly learning environment.
My studio is equipped with:
-a digital Roland piano
- electronic keyboards
-a variety of percussion and rhythm instruments
-a variety of hand manipulative activities and games
-all learning styles used to enrich each individual child
I love participating in the Composition festival. It is an exciting component to teaching MYC. Students benefit greatly from expressing their individuality while putting in to practical use all the skills they are developing in music lessons.
See link to hear song:
Julia Cossarin 2nd Place International Winner 2009
I include singing and movement in class to aid in learning and having fun!
Hands on manipulatives strengthen learning skills.
I encourage MYC students to participate in Recitals, Community Festivals and Master Classes to help broaden their performance abilities and to aid in preparations for exams.
