Michael Esch - Canadian Pianist

Michael Esch
Canadian Pianist

Studio Expectations

Entrance into the studio is competitive and students are expected to achieve. Achievement manifests itself in a number of different possibilities depending on the goals of the given students and families. Students are encouraged to work towards goals such as examinations, competitions and private recitals to further inspire their development. Performance classes are also offered at varying points during the year for students to practice the difficult art of performance in front of their peers.

Teaching emphasis within the studio is geared towards developing the students' proficiency in a number of areas including: effective structuring of practice time, providing answers to 'How you should practice and why you should practice that way', establishing the all-important solid technical foundation for negotiating the challenges of the instrument, and repertoire building. A heavy emphasis is also placed, at all levels of development, upon sight reading and quick study skills.

When repertoire is being taught, additional perspectives such as various theoretical and historical concepts will be introduced to compliment the students appreciation for the music which he or she is studying. For students approaching more intermediate levels, it is suggested that these students partake in more comprehensive Theory and History courses, with Michael. These courses are required by the Royal Conservatory of Music in order to obtain practical examination certificates.

Courses Offered

Piano Teaching: Michael is happy to work with students in preparation through all levels
of internationally recognized piano examinations offered by: The Royal
Conservatory of Music, the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of
Music, The Trinity College. Preparation assistance for University
auditions and contests is also provided.

Fees: are charged by the month - tuition is due at the first lesson
of each month. Contact Michael at (905) 201-4875 for fee breakdowns.

Theory/History Courses:

- Grade 1 Rudiments
- Grade 2 Rudiments
- Grade 2 Rudiments "All in One" (Preliminary, Grade 1 and Grade 2 Rudiments)
- Grade 3 Harmony, Grade 3 History
- Grade 4 Counterpoint, Grade 4 Harmony, Grade 4 History
- Grade 5 Harmony and Counterpoint, Grade 5 Analysis, Grade 5 History

Theory and History courses are taught to prepare students for RCM theory compliments required in order to obtain their practical certificate. Courses are presented in 14 weeks of classes prior to the given examination date. Classes are 90 minutes in length. Maximum enrollment per class is 6. One-on-one instruction is also available.

Fees: are charged by the month - tuition is due at the first lesson
of each month. Contact Michael at (905) 201-6856 for fee breakdowns or visit our studio website at The Esch Piano Studio