LESSONS WITH LINDSEY
I am so glad you’re interested in Music Lessons! I would love to work together to develop that musical talent within you. I’ve been teaching singing, piano, and songwriting lessons for 10+ years. If you’re considering Lessons With Lindsey, here’s what you can expect from me to help you feel at ease while learning your instrument of choice:
- an encouraging attitude
- my highly trained musical ear
- nuanced teaching methods from my career as a recording artist
- technical proficiency and music theory
As a teacher, I want to meet you where you’re at. With beginners who struggle with nervousness, I make the environment very laid back and relaxed so there is no pressure. With new students who come already experienced, I find out what elements of their instrument is lacking, and give them exercises and warm-ups and technical hints so that in their own practice time, they know what to work on. I’ve seen amazing improvements over my years of teaching! Each person is different, and I enjoy the challenge of making each individual experience specially designed for them!
Music lessons (singing lessons, piano lessons, songwriting lessons) take place in London, ON, or virtually.
SINGING, PIANO, & SONGWRITING LESSONS
SINGING LESSONS
LONDON SINGING LESSONS
If you want to learn how to sing, or brush up on your singing skills, you have come to the right place!
Accepting students age 6 and older (including adults).
My experience and qualifications:
- GMA Award winning Recording Artist (3 albums), with radio singles played in 89 countries
- Bachelor of Arts in Honours Music from the University of Waterloo (2009 graduate)
- Music (worship) director at Country Hills Church from 2012-2015
- Private vocal teacher since 2010
- Studied under “Singing Success” program
- Have been a professional background vocalist for Revelation Sound (www.revelationsound.ca) and AME Recording Studio (www.amerecordingstudio.com)
- Have sang on various albums and been in various bands over the years
- Was a vocal director in high school show and attended the Ontario Education Leadership Centre (OELC) for music in 2002
- Have been singing on stage since age 13
- Prepare students to sing and perform in a recital each Spring
- Experienced in classical music, pop, rock, R&B, and jazz
For more questions, or to book your first lesson, please email me: info@lindseyminaker.com
PIANO LESSONS
LONDON PIANO LESSONS
Whether you would like to learn the Royal Conservatory of Music method, or how to play your favourite songs by ear, I can start you off on the right track!
Accepting students age 6 and older (including adults).
Please contact me for rates.
info@lindseyminaker.com
My experience and qualifications:
- Grade 8 Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM)
- Experienced performer for concerts, weddings, church services, coffee houses, fundraisers, funerals, and other events
- Along with having a thorough knowledge of sight-reading and ear-training, I teach songs based on chord structures, which is a very effective method
- Teach music theory as a part of lessons
- Teach children and adults
For more questions, or to book your first lesson, please email me: info@lindseyminaker.com
SONGWRITING LESSONS
LONDON SONGWRITING LESSONS
Winning a Gospel Music Award (and being nominated for 2 others) is something I’m very grateful to have experienced! I’ve been writing songs since I was about 12 years old. Since then, I have written probably over 200 songs, and recorded 3 albums. One of my greatest passions is to teach others how to write songs! Not everyone has the gift of songwriting, but I have found that 80% of my students have been able to co-write a song with me that they love. I have even gone to the recording studio a couple of times with students to record their original songs!
This is a unique type of lesson. It’s artistic more than anything. In songwriting lessons, I do not focus on getting better at instruments, but instead focus on the art of composing a song.
For more questions, or to book your first lesson, please email me: info@lindseyminaker.com
TESTIMONIALS
I’ve had Lindsey as a piano teacher for 4+ years now. She has helped me develop a passionate love of music, and she’s also helped push me to go out of my comfort zone to show my newfound musical talents to others. I’ve learned so much from her. Every lesson is something I look forward to- and that’s not the after lesson candy talking! We have so much fun together in our lessons, and I can’t wait to start them up again in September.
~Emma Devine
I’ve had Lindsey as a piano teacher for 2 years. Not only have I learned so much about music and the technique of playing piano, she’s also helped me to put emotion and expression into my music. We always have so much fun during lessons, and I love having her as a teacher!
~Julia Coveny
Lindsey is a passionate teacher who creates a safe and fun environment for her students. Her warm, welcoming personality and unique teaching style create a positive environment for every student. She is so dedicated to helping her students grow not only as singers but as performers too.
~Alanna Nicholson
Lindsey has been my vocal teacher for four years now and I’ve learned so much from her. She’s helped me learn to use my mixed voice more and further develop my singing style. I’m always excited to go to my lessons because along with learning, we have a lot of fun!
~Ammarah Shareef