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Want to help your child thrive in their music lessons?
Our latest blog shares simple, practical tips for parents to support their child's musical growth. From setting up effective practice routines to fostering creativity and building resilience, learn how small actions at home can make a big difference.
Read the full post to discover how your involvement can inspire progress, confidence, and a lifelong love for music.
A Guide to Performance Preparation and Memorization for Young Musicians"! In this blog post, we delve into the essential strategies and tips that budding musicians need to elevate their performance skills and confidence. From setting up engaging home concerts to mastering the nuances of stage etiquette, we cover a comprehensive range of topics designed to enhance the performance experience.
Whether you're a young performer or adult stepping onto the stage for the very first time or a parent guiding your child through their first showcase, this guide is packed with valuable insights to prepare for successful and memorable performances.
Let’s explore the art of captivating an audience, perfecting your practice routines, and shining in the spotlight!
The idea of learning to play a musical instrument as an adult can be both exciting and intimidating. Many adults harbor a deep desire to pick up an instrument or improve their musical skills but are held back by various misconceptions. In this blog post, we'll explore some common misconceptions about music lessons for adults and provide insights on how to navigate through them.
Uncover the transformative power of adult music education at Chinook School of Music. Explore cognitive benefits, stress relief, and emotional well-being through learning an instrument. Embrace lifelong learning, personal growth, and community bonds. Join us in diverse programs like Campfire Guitar and Adult Performance Group. Dive into a world of music, enrich your life, and reach your potential.
Welcome to Music Kids! We have prepared this blog to assist you in optimizing your child's classroom experience.
In this blog post, discover the enchanting world of the ukulele at Chinook School of Music! From its compact size to melodious tones, this instrument is perfect for aspiring musicians. Whether you're a child or an adult, the ukulele offers accessibility, a quick learning curve, and a foundation in musical concepts. Kids love its size, colourful designs, and the joy of playing familiar tunes. At Chinook School of Music, our programs cater to all ages, with parent-child sessions, beginner classes for kids, and a Fireside Ukulele crash course for adults. Join us in exploring the magical world of ukuleles and let the melodies fill your home with happiness.
Discover the transformative power of music masterclasses at Chinook School of Music. These immersive sessions provide students with personalized guidance and feedback from accomplished musicians, enhancing technical skills and artistic expression. Explore the profound benefits of participating in masterclasses, extending beyond music into valuable life skills. Learn more about this enriching experience and its impact on aspiring artists.
As each Music Kids session draws to a close, many parents and caregivers wonder what the next best step is for their little one. We’ve created this handy guide to assist parents in making the right choice for your child!
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We are thrilled to announce that Chinook School of Music has been named the 2023 Consumer Choice Award winner for Best Music School in Southern Alberta for the sixth consecutive year! This prestigious award recognizes outstanding service providers across Canada, and we are honored to have been selected by thousands of consumers and businesses in our community.
Chinook School of Music Director Carrie Kalmakoff gives us the “Top 10 Benefits of Learning Drums for Adults and Children”.
A proper instrument and correct set up at home is essential for achieving success in piano studies. Chinook School of Music Executive Director Carrie Kalmakoff outlines good at-home practices for student success. Discount opportunities included!
Our team at Chinook School of Music would like to thank our clients, community partners, and friends for choosing CSM as the 2022 Consumer Choice Award for Best Music School in Southern Alberta for the fifth consecutive year!
Music is so powerful. It educates, entertains, comforts, it can change our mood, our outlook, our perspective. It’s perhaps unsurprisingly then that research indicates that music positively impacts our brains. This impact is particularly remarkable in the brains of children. If you’re wondering how this happens, read on to learn how music can alter your child’s brain for the better.
Our team at Chinook School of Music would like to thank our clients, community partners, and friends for choosing CSM as the 2020 Consumer Choice Award - Choix du Consommateur for Best Music School in Southern Alberta for the third consecutive year! This award would not be possible without the hard work from our incredible faculty and administrative team, who work hard to ensure that CSM students receive the highest quality music lessons possible, and of course the dedication of our parents and students.
We thank you for your continued support of Music Education in Alberta!
Carrie Kalmykov & Robert Motchalov CSM Executive Directors
Thanks to our incredibly supportive community, CSM raised $3803.52 at our first annual "Love of Music" fundraising concert and silent auction! These funds will be used for the Love of Music bursary program which enables children across Calgary to participate in music programming who otherwise would not have the financial means to do so!
Each year at CSM, we are pleased to provide a unique learning and performance opportunity for students. In our Chinook Celebration of Music Festival, students perform a musical selection for a professional adjudicator and receive both written and spoken feedback on their performances.
This high quality, non-competitive, festival is for students in all instruments and of all skill levels starting at age 5. Students are scheduled into classes based on age and skill level. Classes are also available for adult and beginner students. All genres of music are welcome.
Love of Music Calgary aims to assist students who are passionate about learning music although may not have the necessary means to pursue lessons and instrument costs.
During April 15-27, CSM administration enrolls current students into lesson times for the 2019-2020 school year. This process takes up to four weeks to complete as we work with many families to find their perfect schedule. The CSM schedule opens to the public on May 1 for new registrations.
Our team is excited to announce that we will be switching client management companies from Activenet to WellnessLiving.com starting this spring.
Join us for an inspiring and memorable evening that will showcase the musical artistry of some of our finest young intermediate & advanced musicians at Chinook School of Music!
You asked and we listened! CSM is now offering flexible, short term, private lesson packages for adult students!
As we enter flu season we ask for your assistance in helping prevent the spread of the virus. Please consider cancelling lessons when your child is sick or may be coming down with a flu so that our instructors are less likely to spread the virus to other families they will also be in close contact with. We find a good guideline is that if children are too sick for school, they are likely too sick for their music lesson. With your help we can keep our community happy and healthy this Winter Season!
Congratulations to February teacher of the month Rose Schmaltz!
An active teacher and member of the Calgary flute community, Rose both performs regularly with the Calgary Wind Symphony and heads our Chinook School of Music flute studio.
CSM is having a 50% off mega book sale on select titles in store from Dec 1-20. Pop by and save!
Registration is open from September 25-November 1.
Accompanist sheet music is due November 1.
All instruments and skill levels are welcome!
Welcome to another exciting year of music and learning at CSM! As the summer days grow shorter, we get closer to the first day of lessons on Thursday, September 6th.
If you are uncertain about your lesson day, time, or instructor, please call administration to confirm at 403-246-8446.
Here are some helpful pieces of info to get your school year off to a great start: