Music for Young Children
7-1240 Teron Rd. K2K 2B5 Kanata, ON, Canada

MYC would like to wish everyone a Happy International Family day to all our MYC families. We hope that music has brought you some calm during the pandemic and continues to fill your families with joy. #InternationalDayOfFamilies

Music plays a significant role in our everyday lives. Whether making music individually or with others, playing a musical instrument challenges children to work with others as an ensemble. They learn the importance of respecting others’ space and how they express themselves.

Join our MYC family and become one of our many incredible music teachers! Why? Because it is fun! MYC has taken a child based approach to learning music through a clever merging of study and play. Our classes are small, our programs age-appropriate, and creativity and expression are nourished in every component of the program. Our online level 1 training seminars start in June and we can’t wait to see you there! Learn more about our seminars here: www.myc.com/teaching-at-myc/teacher-seminars/

Wishing a very Happy Mother’s Day to all our amazing Moms in our MYC family! You’re an inspiration to us all!

MYC parent from Saskatoon, Shanda shares why her children love MYC classes during the pandemic! Music for Young has been teaching children from the ages of 2-10 the foundation of music education and piano playing, in a group situation, for over 41 years! Find a teacher near you: www.myc.com/find-a-teacher

MYC Grad and musical guest artist, Angie C., will be interviewed by Olivia Riddell (MYC’s President and International Director). Discover how MYC influenced Angie over her life and flourishing career!

In MYC we teach our students to compose, but did you know that some of our teachers are composers as well? Enjoy this choral work composed by MYC teacher Alice B. Dearden.

As a proud Canadian company, MYC celebrates Canada Music Week, which is an initiative of the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers’ Associations (CFMTA). For 60 years, Canada Music Week has helped to spotlight Canadian music by supporting composers and performers of Canadian music.

Today we recognize The Patron Saint of Music. Many believe she helps and protects with their musical performances and career.

MYC: A music program that students love too!

The critter puppets are not only fun to play with, they help keep you warm when it gets cold!

Come find out how 450,000 students over 40 years have been engaged in a fun child-centered music education program. To find out more and to register for January classes, visit: www.myc.com/new-classes-starting-in-january-2021/

Wondering how MYC teachers use these critters to engage little ones to learn keys on the piano ? Contact me for a free trial class to learn more. #mycvanc...ouver #musicforyoungchildren #pianolessonsforkids #vancouverpiano #vancouverpianolessons #vancouverpianoteacher #myclessons #grouppianolessons #musicisfun #vancouverkids #vancouvermoms #virtuallearning See more

Thank you to the men and women, past and present, who serve and protect our country. We are grateful for your sacrifice and service.

Congratulations to MYC graduate Cale Fladager, student of MYC teacher Doris Hagan, who won the gold medal for the highest mark in Saskatchewan, Level 5 piano with The Royal Conservatory of Music!

Paula started her musical journey with MYC when she was 3. She played piano throughout her life and took up saxophone in high school. She received a Bachelor of Music from Carleton University and started her own studio while living in Nova Scotia. She started teaching MYC when her own kids were old enough to start MYC themselves! Visit Paula’s page for more information and to see a class schedule now! www.myc.com/teacher/paulag/

Celebrating National Piano Month!

Anne Marie began learning to play the piano at age 7, she progressed through the Royal Conservatory of Music up to grade 9 piano and earned a Bachelor of Music, Music Education at UPEI. Afterwards she earned a Bachelor of Music Therapy from the University of Windsor and has been teaching private lessons for 19 years. She was first introduced to MYC in 2009 and has taught all level of the program. In addition she taught elementary music at a private school in Halifax and has worked as a music therapist in long term care facilities and veterans hospitals. Visit Anne Marie’s page for more information and to see a class schedule now! www.myc.com/teacher/aarchibald/

Thank you for the knowledge and joy you bring to everyone around you, Happy Grandparents Day!

Emma is an enthusiastic person who began teaching MYC over 15 years ago. She teaches in Dartmouth NS and offers the core MYC keyboard program (beginner levels offered for ages 3-8 years old). She has earned her level 8 piano RCM, and received a B.Mus in voice performance. She has had a broad range of experience working with children of different ages, in diverse situations. Visit Emma’s page for more information and to see a class schedule now! www.myc.com/teacher/eskeete/

Beth grew up in a musical family and has played the piano since she was 7 years old. She has completed her Grade 10 piano along with the relevant theory and history examinations. Beth has played for various groups, bands and church ensembles. She enjoys working with children since they are so full of life and curiosity. She recently completed the Special Needs Educational Program at MacEwan University and has been teaching MYC for 11 years. Visit Beth’s page for more information and to see a class schedule now! www.myc.com/teacher/bschloo

Enjoy the long weekend! Parents: You’ve earned it!

Sharla has been teaching MYC for the past 20 years. She has enjoyed watching the development of her students in their musicianship from start to finish in the program. She appreciates how music is brought to even the youngest children in small bite-size pieces, that they can really understand and then subsequently master. Sharla feels that the variety of supplies and learning strategies that are provided contribute to the success of every student. MYC makes learning fun! Visit Sharla’s page for more information and to see a class schedule now! https://www.myc.com/teacher/squantz

Stacy has lived in Ottawa all of her life and music has always been part of it! She went to Bishop’s University where she received a Bachelor of Arts with an honors in Music. She then came back home and completed her Bachelor of Education from the University of Ottawa. Stacy has her grade 10 Royal Conservatory and is certified as an Intermediate Specialist with RCM. During the day she teaches music at a local high school. Visit Stacy’s page for more information and to see a class schedule now! https://www.myc.com/teacher/stacy-beauchamp/

Did you know that September is National Piano Month? Now would be a great time to take lessons! Find a teacher in your area: https://www.myc.com/find-a-teacher

Amy is now entering into her eleventh year of teaching MYC, and each year has been better than the last! Her family first discovered the Music For Young Children program when her older sister was 4. As a baby and toddler, Amy frequently accompanied her mom and sister to her sister’s music lessons, and at the age of 4, she began her MYC studies as well. She currently holds advanced levels from the Royal conservatory of music in flute, piano, theory and history, as well as a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Manitoba. Visit Amy’s page for more information and to see a class schedule now! https://www.myc.com/teacher/awhittaker/

Happy Sunday! Are you going to go and practice meow?

Christine has been teaching MYC for more than 17 years in various cities and studios. Coming from a musical family, her musical accomplishments include Grade 9 piano and Grade 8 violin with theory and music history. She is a fully certified Music for Young Children teacher, and also has an ECE certificate in Montessori education (Casa). This has enhanced her music teaching as she guides the children in the best way for their unique learning styles. Visit Christine’s page for more information and to see a class schedule now! https://www.myc.com/teacher/cgardhouse/

We are excited to welcome these new teachers to the MYC family across Canada. Click on the links provided to find out more about our new teachers! Chantal Boos Red Deer, AB - https://www.myc.com/teacher/chantal-marie-boos Hally Friesen Steinbach, MB - https://www.myc.com/teacher/hally-friesen-ba Jessica Juell Red Deer, AB - https://www.myc.com/teacher/mrs-juell... Ashley Hansen Chatham, ON - https://www.myc.com/teacher/ahansen Sarah Sharpe Upper Woodstock, NB - https://www.myc.com/teacher/ssharpe/ See more

As parents everywhere prepare for very different return to school in September, MYC teachers offering in-person classes are preparing their studios with social distancing measures for a safe return to class.

Sarah began her Music For Young Children journey many years ago now, as a student in MYC, working her way through Sunshine and Sunbeams before moving on to private lessons. She took private piano, violin, and organ lessons throughout her childhood and teenage years. She has also completed her grade 9 Royal Conservatory of Music certificate and RCM Harmony theory. Visit Sarah’s MYC web page for more information and to see her class schedule now! https://www.myc.com/teacher/sarah-ritchie/

Do your vegetables sound like this? #StrangeMusicDay

It’s International Strange Music Day check out the sounds from this cool instrument".

Emmy Lou was first introduced to the MYC program when she was 3 years old. After graduating from MYC, she continued studying music and completed her Grade 10 RCM piano. In addition to completing a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Music, she has two years of music therapy training and over 5 years of experience working with individuals who have special needs. Visit Emmy Lou’s MYC web page for more information and to see her class schedule now! https://www.myc.com/teacher/eklassen/

Rebecca is excited to be offering Music For Young Children lessons in St. Boniface, MB. Her initial introduction to MYC was as an 8 year old when her her parents signed her up for Moonbeams 1. She learned so much in those first years of group lessons. As she grew older and participated in more music activities, she realized how that MYC beginning had given her an advantage going forward in her musical journey. Visit Rebecca’s MYC webpage for more information and to see her class schedule now! https://www.myc.com/teacher/rthiessen/

We are delighted to announce an interactive edition of the Moonbeams 3 musical materials in SuperScore! SuperScore is a free download on the iPad. Once you have installed it and opened a sample score, you can tap the Shopping Cart button and find these publications in the MYC section of the Store: MYC Moonbeams 3 Ensembles... MYC Moonbeams 3 Keyboard Supplemental MYC Moonbeams 3 Singing MYC Moonbeams 3 Warmup See more

We are so excited for you to see our updated Moonbeams 3 manual, which is also on SuperScore ! This labour of love has been 3 years in the making, right here at our International Head Office!

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Susan Kiddie is a passionate, highly qualified, experienced and certified MYC group piano teacher and registered private piano teacher. She had been teaching the MYC program for 20 years and private piano and theory for 35 years. Susan has also been an elementary school Music specialist for 25 years and a professional singer and choral director for 35 years. She believes that the MYC program is the best and most comprehensive way to introduce children to the amazing world of piano, musicianship and music. Join her studio today and explore your child’s creativity and musical skills! https://www.myc.com/teacher/skiddie/

Music has always been a huge part of Geraldine’s life. She started taking piano lessons at 5 years of age and has many years of experience teaching both the MYC curriculum and private piano. Geraldine’s goal as a teacher is to keep improving herself. She would like for each of her students to really enjoy her as a teacher. Being there for them and showing them that she cares about their music career is so important. Visit her page for more information and to see a class schedule now! https://www.myc.com/teacher/gmitchell/

Today is National Son & Daughter Day. Enjoy their company and play some games together. Take a moment and let your kids know how much they mean to you.