MUSIC LESSONS
Theory Courses - Group or Private, in-person or online
Theory courses are offered in both in-person and online settings and are taught in accordance with the syllabus requirements of the Royal Conservatory of Music and the British Columbia Conservatory of Music with the goal of completing one (1) to three (3) courses per school year. Students may register for either exam system.
Accelerated theory courses are also available and start after the May exam session is over and continue throughout the summer in preparation for August exams (which occur in early August).
Online lessons offer an alternative way to learn from home, providing live instruction and interactive discussions.
Online Lessons
For the most effective online class experience, students must have
A device with a stable internet connection
Headphones or headset with a microphone
Simplified class notes are provided
Supervised Mock exams are included to help perfect students’ skills are included
Secure Link to access the online lessons along with assignment submission method will be provided after registration is complete
Note: the suggested minimum age for online theory courses is 10 years old
Theory Courses
*Late Registrations may require a one-time private theory session to catch up to the class schedule.
MONDAY (SEP2026 - MAY2027)
- Time: 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM (45 Minutes)
- Location: In Person - Burnaby Campus (4549 E Hastings St)
- Start Date: September 21, 2026
- This course is for students with no prior theory experience. Students will start with Grade 5 Theory and prepare to write the Grade 6 Exam in May 2027
- Pre-requisites: None - It is recommended students be working at a Grade 4 level in their practical studies.
- Instructor: Ryan Goetz
- Course Tuition: $148/month (based on 4 lessons in a month)
MONDAY (SEP2026 - DEC2026)
- Time: 6:00 PM - 6:50 PM (50 Minutes)
- Location: Online
- Start Date: September 14, 2026
- This is an introductory Theory class for students. Students taking this course wil progress onto Theory 6 next term.
- Pre-requisites: None - It is recommended students be working at a Grade 4 level in their practical studies.
- Instructor: Tiffany Lee
- Course Tuition: $595.00
WEDNESDAY (SEP2026 - DEC2026)
- Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (60 Minutes)
- Location: Online
- Start Date: September 9, 2026
- Preparation for either online or in-person Theory 6 exam upon completion of the course. An Online Theory 6 Exam is recommended.
- Pre-requisites: Completion of Theory 5 is required.
- Instructor: Tiffany Lee
- Course Tuition: $695.00
MONDAY (SEP2026 - DEC2026)
- Time: 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM (60 Minutes)
- Location: In Person - Burnaby Campus (4549 E Hastings St)
- Start Date: September 21, 2026
- An in-person or online Theory 7 Exam is strongly recommended upon completion of the course in December 2026.
- Pre-requisites: Completion of Theory 6 is required
- Instructor: Ryan Goetz
- Course Tuition: $200/month (based on 4 lessons in a month)
FRIDAY (SEP2026 - DEC2026)
- Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (60 Minutes)
- Location: Online
- Start Date: September 11, 2026
- An in-person or online Theory 7 Exam is strongly recommended upon completion of the course.
- Pre-requisites: Completion of Theory 6 is required
- Instructor: Tiffany Lee
- Course Tuition: $695.00
MONDAY (SEP2026 - DEC2026)
- Time: 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM (60 Minutes)
- Location: In Person - Burnaby Campus (4549 E Hastings St)
- Start Date: September 21, 2026
- An in-person or online Theory 8 Exam is strongly recommended upon completion of the course in December 2026.
- Pre-requisites: Completion of Theory 7 is required
- Instructor: Ryan Goetz
- Course Tuition: $200/month (based on 4 lessons in a month)
WEDNESDAY (SEP2026 - DEC2026)
- Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (60 Minutes)
- Location: Online
- Start Date: September 9, 2026
- An in-person Theory 8 Exam is strongly recommended upon completion of the course.
- Pre-requisites: Completion of Theory 7 is required
- Instructor: Tiffany Lee
- Course Tuition: $695.00
MONDAY (SEP2026 - MAY2027)
- Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (60 Minutes)
- Location: Online
- Start Date: September 14, 2026
- Preparation for in person Harmony 9 exam upon completion of the course.
- Pre-requisites: Completion of Theory 8 is required
- Instructor: Tiffany Lee
- Course Tuition: $1,195.00
TUESDAY (SEP2026 - MAY2027)
- Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM (60 Minutes)
- Location: Online
- Start Date: September 22, 2026
- Preparation for in person Harmony 9 exam upon completion of the course.
- Pre-requisites: Completion of Theory 8 is required
- Instructor: Tiffany Lee
- Course Tuition: $1,195.00
WEDNESDAY (SEP2026 - DEC2026)
- Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (90 Minutes)
- Location: Online
- Start Date: September 9, 2026
- Online RCM History Exam is required upon completion of the course.
- Instructor: Tiffany Lee
- Course Tuition: $995.00
TUESDAY (SEP2026 - MAY2027)
- Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (60 Minutes)
- Location: Online
- Start Date: September 22, 2026
- Preparation for in-person Harmony 10 exam upon completion of the course.
- Pre-requisites: Completion of Harmony 9 is required
- Instructor: Tiffany Lee
- Course Tuition: $1,195.00
WEDNESDAY (JAN2027 - MAY2027)
- Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (90 Minutes)
- Location: Online
- Start Date: January 6, 2027
- Online RCM History Exam is required upon completion of the course.
- Pre-requisites: Completion of History 9 is an asset; however, it is possible for History 10 to be taken before the History 9 course.
- Instructor: Tiffany Lee
- Course Tuition: $995.00
No classes currently scheduled. Online Classes may be available upon request.
No classes currently scheduled. Online Classes may be available upon request.
MONDAY (SEP2026 - MAY2027)
- Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM (60 Minutes)
- Location: Online
- Start Date: September 14, 2026
- Instructor: Tiffany Lee
- Course Tuition: $1,295.00