Performer & Teacher
"Music unwraps the heart, sings out the prayer, dances the spirit and opens the soul." - Mary Davis
Biography
About Janelle
Janelle is a classically trained pianist who has studied with well respected musicians such as Mariya Udovenko, Rita Attrot, Bruce Vogt and Dr. Yoomi Kim.
Janelle has always been enthusiastic about music. After completing her ARCT in Piano Performance and BCMA, she began studying music at the University of Victoria in the Bachelor of Music Program. Here she expanded her knowledge and proficiency of performance and accompanying different instrumentalists. She had the pleasure of studying with faculty members Bruce Vogt, Arthur Rowe, Sharon Stanis and Dr. Adam Con.
Janelle has also studied composition and conducting at Simon Fraser University with Janet Danielson and Owen Underhill.
Janelle is currently teaching piano to all ages in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada.
Teaching Philosophy
Janelle has several years of piano teaching experience working with toddlers to adults. Music and teaching are her passion and she takes joy in sharing the gift of music.
Janelle believes that the preservation of music and development of skills is incredibly important in today’s climate. Music has transformative, healing and uniting power and she is delighted to take part of aspiring musicians' progress.
Every student learns differently and Janelle believes it is very important to tailor each lesson with a unique lesson plan for each student. Through self development and mentoring Janelle is constantly evolving as a musician, teacher and person.
Teaching Method
Janelle has been trained in and has taught different methods of learning such as the Russian method, Yamaha method and Suzuki method. She has also taught the Royal Conservatory of Music program. Each of these methods are unique and have cultivated fantastic results for students worldwide.
Testimonials
Parent and Student Testimonials
** Karen Ainey, Violet Ainey (Level 4)
"My daughter has been studying piano with Janelle for several years now. Janelle is a wonderful teacher who is patient, kind and very knowledgeable. Her organized lessons and clear expectations are exactly what my daughter needs to learn piano without feeling stressed or pressured. During the pandemic we started virtual lessons and they have been so successful that we decided to keep them that way. That is a clear testament to Janelle's teaching capabilities. Thank you, Janelle!"
** Soren Kim (Gr8, RCM)
"Janelle had a great sense for seeing which aspects of my performance needed improvement, so each of our lessons began with a clear focus. Her instruction was personal and detail-oriented - her approach to teaching intonation through finger weight was especially helpful! In my two years of lessons with her, Janelle successfully guided me through various recitals as well as the Grade 8 RCM exam. I thoroughly enjoyed my lessons with Janelle!"
