Fiona Mendes

I began teaching Music for Young Children (MYC) in 2005, and I am incredibly proud to be celebrating my 22nd year as an MYC teacher. Over the years, my studio has grown significantly, and today I have a team of dedicated MYC teachers, including Angela, who has been part of our studio for the past four years.

We LOVE teaching MYC because we see firsthand how much children can grow when music learning is engaging, creative and fun.

At NOTEWorthy, our students are at the heart of everything we do. We want children to feel comfortable, confident and excited about coming to music class. We believe that children learn best when they are actively involved, having fun and building a strong musical foundation at the same time.

Our MYC program combines piano, music theory, ear training, rhythm, ensemble playing and creative activities in a group setting. Children develop not only musical skills, but also confidence, independence, teamwork and a love of music that can continue with them for years.

I have been teaching piano for over 30 years and hold a Licentiate in Piano Performance from Trinity College London, am an RCM Teacher Specialist, a Registered Music Teacher with KW-ORMTA, and an MYC Certified Teacher.

Our students go on to pursue many different musical paths. Some continue through our group programs, while others move into private piano lessons, RCM examinations, festivals and performance opportunities. We have had students achieve excellent results at RCM examinations and receive awards and trophies at local music festivals.

But while achievement is important, we never want music to become just about marks or competition. Our goal is to develop capable, confident musicians who genuinely enjoy making music.

We are currently registering returning students for Sunbeams 1, 2 and 3. 

To learn more about MYC or to reserve a spot, please contact NOTEWorthy Music Studio:

📧 [email protected]
📞 519-804-5910
🌐 www.noteworthymusicstudio.ca

MYC classes at NOTEWorthy Music Studio are held at our Forest Hill United Church location in Kitchener, where we have bright, spacious classrooms designed specifically for music learning.

Our classrooms are welcoming, energetic and set up for children to move, explore and participate. Students have access to full-size pianos and keyboards, floor keyboards, rhythm instruments, visual teaching aids, magnetic staff boards and plenty of hands-on materials.

Because MYC is a group-based program, our classrooms are designed to encourage interaction, teamwork and learning through play. Classes include games, movement, rhythm activities, creative exercises and hands-on music experiences that keep children engaged while building a strong musical foundation.

We also love creating a fun studio environment through themed activities, special events, recitals and performance opportunities. These experiences help our students develop confidence and become comfortable performing in front of others.

Most importantly, we want children to look forward to coming to music class. Our goal is to create an environment where students feel comfortable, supported and excited to learn.

MYC classes are held at:
Forest Hill United Church
121 Westmount Rd. E., Kitchener, ON

For more information about MYC at NOTEWorthy Music Studio, visit www.noteworthymusicstudio.ca.