At New West Music, our instructors are experienced, passionate, and carefully selected to foster a safe, friendly, and supportive learning environment.
United by values like commitment, creativity, compassion, and professionalism, our team includes sought-after performers from Vancouver’s music scene, many of whom hold music degrees and stay current through ongoing training and classroom observation.
Check out some of our teachers perform in this video below!
Christian is a piano instructor and music author with 12 years of teaching experience under his belt. Christian has been fortunate to teach hundreds of students over the years, ranging from young students discovering piano for the first time to advanced students preparing for college and university auditions wanting to pursue a music career…
Inspired by his musical roots in Mexico and older siblings, Alejandro began private drum lessons years ago. With a passion for teaching, he has helped numerous students build strong foundations and progress across various music genres. Alejandro’s goal is to inspire students by tailoring lessons to their individual needs, using a unique and engaging approach…
Justin Juan is a pianist, keyboardist, and beat maker based in Vancouver, BC, recognized for his dynamic touch and versatility across jazz, soul, and contemporary music. Rooted in Black American Music traditions, his playing blends rhythmic depth with improvisational freedom, bringing a fresh and expressive voice to every performance…
Seira Hayakashi’s love of piano started at age 7 and she has been playing ever since. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree of Music from the University of Victoria. Currently, Seira plays as an accompanist for a Japanese choir group and shares her passion for music with students of all ages and skill levels…
Jenny Mu holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from the Conservatory of Music at Shenyang Normal University (China). With over a decade of experience in early childhood music education and seven years of teaching in Canada, she is also a certified Kawai Medallion Educator. Jenny Mu specializes in introducing young learners to music through engaging, developmentally appropriate methods…
Skye began performing with his family’s Mexica percussion ensemble at a young age and started drum lessons at 14. With over 14 years of experience in performing and teaching, he holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance. As a teacher, Skye fosters each student’s passion for music, creating an environment tailored to their goals and interests…
Member of the Suzuki association of US, author, composer and Persian violinist-pianist. Shawn started his musical journey at the age of 6 where he began taking private lessons. He has over 10 years of teaching experience with violin and piano students of all ages…
Julian is a skilled guitarist, mixing engineer, session player, and guitar teacher with over 10 years of experience. Passionate about music, he enjoys exploring various genres through performance, teaching, and studio work. As a mixing engineer, he focuses on bringing out the best in every track, while as a session player, he adds creative touches to projects…
Shay began her music journey at the age of five as a piano student. In 2014, she graduated in music teaching and composition from the Tehran Conservatory of Music, with a focus on classical singing. A passionate vocalist, Shay embraces a wide range of musical styles, including pop, rock, jazz, opera, and more…
Graham is a seasoned music teacher with over 10 years of experience specializing in Guitar, Bass, and Drums. Graham discovered his love for music at a young age and began playing guitar in his teens. He quickly developed a passion for music production and songwriting and almost immediately began writing and performing his original music in bands and on his own…
Mariia is a certified classical pianist who holds a master’s degree from the National University of Arts, Ukraine, where she majored in piano teaching and performance. Her six years of experience teaching at different music schools allow her to identify growing talents and help them achieve their different goals with lessons where kindness, creativity and appreciation for music are the foundation. Her lesson plans are made to meet every child’s learning style through age appropriate activities and the right methodology…
Enrique is a multi-instrumentalist who has taught guitar and piano for around 20 years and bass, ukulele, and drums for 5 years, catering to all ages. His passion for teaching is rooted in the belief that music lessons enhance cognitive and social skills. Starting with classical piano and guitar, he later explored rock, blues, jazz, world, and contemporary music…
Andrew Lin has been heavily immersed in music since the first grade. He has attained First Class Honours in RCM Grade 10 Piano. His involvement and passion have inspired him to obtain a degree from the University of Toronto in Music Education…
Flor Torres is a highly experienced music educator with over 25 years of teaching piano, cello, and music theory. She holds a Bachelor of Music, a Bachelor of Musicology, and a Music Associate Degree from prestigious institutions in Spain, as well as a Master’s in Music Education with honors from Alfonso X El Sabio University (2024). Flor trained under faculty from the Russian Academy of Teachers…
Jane grew up in Seoul, Korea, and graduated from Dankook University with a major in string instruments. She continued her studies at the Tchaikovsky Conservatory in Moscow, Russia, majoring in viola, and completed the RCM Elementary Violin Teaching Course to further enhance her teaching skills. …
Minnie is an experienced piano teacher with a strong foundation in music theory, technique, and pedagogy. Holding a diploma in Piano Education, she has taught students of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced pianists. Passionate about the piano, Minnie tailors lessons to each student’s unique abilities and learning style…
So Young Park studied Electronic Music at the Seoul Institute of the Arts and is skilled in piano and MIDI programming, specializing as a beat maker. With extensive experience teaching at various music academies in Seoul, as a high school music teacher, and online via Zoom, So Young has taught students from diverse backgrounds and age groups. She keeps her lessons dynamic and engaging by using customized materials that cater to the individual needs and experiences of her piano students…
Jacqueline is an award-winning Vocal and Performance Coach from Toronto with a background in classical voice (Acadia University) and Musical Theatre (Randolph College for the Performing Arts). She has performed in musical theatre, indie films, TV, and commercials, with notable roles in Guys and Dolls, Carrie the Musical, and Curtains. Her films have screened internationally and on Amazon Prime…
Michelle began her musical journey at age five with piano, later adding voice and studying classical music at the British Columbia Conservatory of Music. She expanded into R&B, pop, and jazz in her teens, earning a Bachelor’s in Jazz Performance/Composition from Capilano University. As a performer, she plays a variety of genres, including original songs…
Ekinsu is a passionate voice and piano teacher with a love for storytelling through music. She began playing piano at the age of five and later earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Opera Performance. For years, she has taught both voice and piano, working with beginners, advanced students, and everyone in between…
Raised in Hong Kong and shaped by years of songwriting and piano study across classical, jazz, and pop styles, Jasmine now teaches beginner piano in Vancouver with a gentle, creative approach…
Sam is an experienced musician with 19 years of expertise across various styles, including classical, rock, and pop. Primarily a guitarist, he also has four years of drum training. Sam tailors his lessons to each student’s interests and skill level, fostering an environment of encouragement and musical exploration…
Kolawole Temitope-Destiny is a passionate and versatile music educator whose teaching journey spans Nigeria, Dubai, and now Canada. She holds a Diploma in Music from Obafemi Awolowo University and a Bachelor of Arts in Music from the University of Nigeria. She is currently pursuing a Master’s in Music Education at the University of British Columbia (UBC)…
Quincy Mayes is pianist, composer, producer and music educator working mainly in the realms of Jazz, Alternative RnB, Electronic and film music. Invested in the lineage of legendary figures in Black American Music and innovators around the world in composition and production throughout the years…
David Burnett a guitarist and composer based in Vancouver, Canada. For twelve years, his love for guitar has driven him to explore many genres and styles including; rock, metal, blues, jazz and classical music. David recently completed his Bachelor of Applied Music at Vancouver Community College, where he majored in classical guitar.
Erin Sutton is a vocalist and educator with a Bachelor of Applied Music from Vancouver Community College. She specializes in solfège, musicianship, and healthy, expressive singing, helping students of all levels build strong ears, confident technique, and genuine musical fluency…
Chad Kamer is an experienced guitar and ukulele instructor with over 15 years of teaching experience and 25 years of playing experience. He holds a Bachelor of General Music in Guitar (BMus) from the University of British Columbia, where he developed a strong foundation in performance, music theory, and composition…
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