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TeachMusic21C

Beginner Music Teacher Workshops
​July & August 2025
​Practical introductions to private music teaching for university music students and recent graduates with Dr. Merlin B. Thompson.
​Click HERE to register for $80 CAD

Are you a university music student or a recent graduate interested in private music teaching? Would you like to know how to create success on your journey as a music teacher?

Beginner Music Teacher Workshops from Teach Music 21C are here to guide you with tools and strategies that bridge the gap between music school and the teaching studio.

Choose the In-Person Summer Workshop that works for you.

Calgary: Beginner Piano Teacher Workshop

Dates - Saturday, July 26 or Saturday, August 9

Workshop Details - this 5-hour workshop for pianists explores the following essential tools and strategies:

  • Build on Students' Interests - learn how to empower students' own musical journey and build trust in every lesson.
  • Technique that Works - learn how to introduce piano students to basic technical elements for long term development.
  • Repertoire Framework - get acquainted with repertoire that prioritizes ear-before-eye musical development.
  • Melodies - find out the steps involved for beginner students to learn melodies by ear.
  • Hands together - get the inside tips to learning to play hands together pieces. 
  • Melodies and accompaniment - help students play with melody tone and accompaniment tone in each hand.
  • Group classes - learn how supplementary group classes provide opportunity for students to explore additional musical concepts.
  • Practicing essentials - what every music teacher needs to know about practicing.

Montreal: All Instrument/Voices Beginner Music Teacher Workshop

Dates - Sunday, July 6 or Monday, July 7

Workshop Details - this 5-hour workshop for all instruments and voices explores the following essential tools and strategies: 

  • Build on Students' Interests - learn how to empower students' own musical journey and build trust in every lesson.
  • Technique that Works - learn how to create explorations that promote students' long term technical development.
  • Repertoire Framework - create your own framework of repertoire that facilitates ear-before-eye musical development.
  • Teacher's Mindset - explore anchors and inspirations for teacher's instructional philosophy.
  • Four Curriculum Models - examine how curriculum models influence students' musical journeys.
  • Reflective Partnership Teaching - a three-step formula for effective and collaborative communication.
  • Practicing Essentials - what every music teacher needs to know about practicing.

Testimonial from Andrea (experienced violin teacher): "Teach Music 21C Certification, continuing discussion groups, and professional development sessions have really boosted my teaching! It has transformed my teaching into a more collaborative, insightful approach. I'm far more sensitive to my students' needs and learning processes with the tools I've learned through the certification. I'm very excited to see my students embracing their music through the opportunity to make their own repertoire choices."

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​ Click HERE to register for $80 CAD

Frequently Asked Questions 

Do I need prior teaching experience? Not at all. This workshop is designed specifically for beginners. No previous teaching experience is required.

What if I'm not a music major in university? While a major in music is useful, this workshop is open to individuals who have completed upper level performance examinations. If you're unsure, please contact Dr. Thompson at Admin@TeachMusic21C.com.

Can I participate online? At the moment, in-person is the only available option. Please stay tuned for online developments. 

Who is the instructor? Dr. Merlin B. Thompson, the creator and founder of Teach Music 21C, is a leading expert in private music teaching.