Guitar
Acoustic - Electric - Classical - Bass - Ukulele
Hanford
Guitar - Ukulele - Vocal - Composition ONLINE & IN PERSON
Pop, Rock
2011 Fairchild Television New Talent Singing Competition - 1st Runner-Up - Best Stage Performance Award
English, Cantonese, Mandarin
Hanford is a singer-songwriter with over 15 years of experience working professionally in the music industry. He has extensive experience playing with bands, DJs, rappers and even soundtrack orchestras. Some notable artists he’s worked with include Hins Cheung (張敬軒), JW (王灝兒) and Yusuke Hatano (波多野 裕介).
He has performed at some of the most iconic venues in Toronto and Hong Kong including Air Canada Center (now known as Scotiabank Center) and Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Hanford often writes and produces his own music and regularly releases them through his own name on notable streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
As a dedicated music artist and a passionate teacher, Hanford constantly refines his skills and methods for greater versatility and effectiveness. His vocal style ranges from pop to jazz to r&b. He understands music is a journey, and provides the proper guidance for students to find their own singing voice and performance style.
When he is not teaching, Hanford is performing for his own shows, weddings and corporate events. He loves ice skating and reading, and he's currently learning how to draw!
Guitar - Ukulele - Bass ONLINE & IN PERSON
Pop, Rock, Shred Guitar, Blues, Funk, Heavy Metal
York University - Bachelor of Arts in Music
English
Jesse is a guitar instructor with over 10 years of playing experience, along with several years of performance experience as an active member of Toronto’s live music scene. He also plays ukulele and bass guitar.
Jesse’s musical journey began at the age of 9, when he began playing guitar and taking lessons from local guitar instructor Bruno DiBartolomeo.
Jesse developed his passion through his love of rock music, and as he progressed, also became familiar with the genres of pop, blues, funk, shred guitar, jazz fusion, and heavy metal music! He later got immediate acceptance into York University’s music program, where he is nearing completion of his Bachelor of Arts degree.
Jesse believes strongly in a tailored approach towards teaching music, recognizing that all individuals are unique and require a learning plan that works best for them.
Jesse
Guitar - Ukulele - Bass ONLINE & IN PERSON
Pop, RnB, Rock, Jazz, Blues
York University - Bachelor of Arts in Music
English, Mandarin
Bryan is a highly skilled music professional with a Bachelor's degree in Guitar from York University and is currently pursuing a degree in Music Production at Berklee College of Music.
Throughout his career, Bryan has participated in several notable music events, including his invitation to perform at the 2019 Sony Centre Chinese New Year Gala. He has also served as the YCSA Freshman orientation musician for several years and is a frequent performer at various festivals in Toronto, showcasing his vast performance experience.
As an instructor, Bryan's teaching philosophy revolves around cultivating a love for music through enjoyable and stimulating lessons. He emphasizes the importance of fostering a student's passion and interest in learning their instrument, allowing them to experience the joy of creating and performing music. His dedication to teaching and passion for music makes him an exceptional educator and mentor.
Bryan
Andy
Guitar - Ukulele - Piano ONLINE & IN PERSON
Classical, Pop, Rock
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music - ARSM Certification with Distinction, Grade 8 Piano Certification
English, Cantonese, Mandarin
Andy is a guitar and ukulele instructor who holds an ARSM (Associate of the Royal Schools of Music) Certification with distinction from The ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music). He also holds a Piano Grade 8 Certification from The ABRSM. Most of his students pass their exams with high marks.
He started teaching music since 2016 on both piano and guitar instruments in different music centres in Hong Kong. Not only one-on-one lessons, but also teaching students from different schools and colleges in group classes . He acts as a piano accompanist in a music playgroup focusing on simplifying the rhythm to an interesting way for young kids.
Wylie
Guitar - Ukulele - Bass - Drums ONLINE & IN PERSON
Pop, RnB, Rock, Metal
Trebas Institute - Audio Engineering and Production / DJ Arts Diploma
English, Cantonese, Mandarin
Wylie is a multi-instrumentalist started as a local performance artist within Markham. Having able to play
guitar, bass, drums on demand, and with knowledgeably music theory to play other instruments when needed. He later started to work as a session musician in recording studios and have become a recording artist in Toronto. After years of working, he went to study in Trebas Institute to further expand his music production skills and now he also teaches recording of instruments and helps artists to put their creative work out in the public.
With the understanding of recording music, Wylie approaches instruments in a non-traditional method. Having
inspired by a lot of different instrumental artists, he often will approach students with what inspired them and creates a personalized curriculum based on student preference in music. Helping them connect their performance skills and studio skills.
Wylie's teaching philosophy is based on Victor Wooten’s approach to music, with the idea that we are all
children who are trying to learn a language, and that’s music.
Harry
Guitar - Ukulele - Bass - Theory - Composition ONLINE & IN PERSON
Pop, Rock, Metal, Funk, Blues, Folk, Fingerstyle
University of Toronto - Arts Management, Minor in Music
English, Mandarin
Harry is a multi-instrumentalist and composer who has been learning Piano since the age of 8, but realized the Guitar was the instrument that he could never put down. Harry also plays Bass, Ukulele, Keyboard and Drums.
Harry has been in a number of bands since high school, from Soft-Pop bands to Heavy Metal bands, from lead singer to guitarist and bassist, from Taiwan to Canada. He has worked with different types of musicians and performed at various stages in the past.
Harry is available to share his knowledge and love of music with students of all ages for Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, and Songwriting.
Guitar - Theory ONLINE & IN PERSON
Classical, Pop, Jazz, Rock, Metal, Blues
University of Toronto - Master's Degree in Music Performance
English, Cantonese
Ross Au holds a master’s degree from the University of Toronto in the field of music performance. He
specializes in classical guitar and is armed with the pedagogical tools necessary to prepare students for
university auditions and Royal Conservatory examinations. During his time in academics, Ross has studied
with renowned Canadian guitarists, Jeffrey McFadden and David Occhipinti.
Along with his expertise in classical music, Ross is also fluent in many styles of the electric guitar. In each of
his students, Ross instills core values such as expressiveness, technical mastery, musical literacy, self
learning, and above all else – the enjoyment of making music.
Currently, Ross is involved with several creative musical endeavors. In addition to composing music from
the complex and technically demanding idiom of math rock, he also performs with a session band that
provides live music for international artists touring Canada.
Ross
Guitar - Bass Guitar - Ukulele ONLINE & IN PERSON
Rock, Pop, Blues, Jazz, Country
Music College Mesar Haus, Tokyo Japan – Professional Guitar
English, Japanese
Mamo is a Toronto-based guitarist who was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan. He has over 20 years of experience as a musician and educator with a strong passion and love for teaching. He is well versed in the styles of rock, blues, jazz, country and pop, among many others. Discovering Rock and Roll at a young age formed his passion for music, and with that came a strong sense of confidence.
He is currently singer/songwriter and lead guitarist of Ichi-Bons. Music was a way to connect with friends and helped to fit in socially. “I love how music brings people together, I’m looking for new ambitious students to help unlock their musical potential through guitar and practice. Let's boogie!"
Mamo