ERIK OLSON
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MUSIC LESSONS

*Important update: I have gone back to school starting in September 2024 to begin a Master of Music (Piano) degree at the University of Alberta. As a result, my teaching hours have been reduced. However, I will be accepting students for summer lessons (May-August 2025) as well as next school year (September 2025 - May 2026). Priority will be given to current students.

I am always accepting new students, subject to open spots in my schedule. Please fill out this form if you are interested in taking lessons.

Lessons are divided into three 'terms':
-Fall Term (September-December)
-Spring Term (January-May)
-Summer Term (June-August)

I live in Camrose, AB, and in most cases, I will travel to your home for lessons. On Monday evenings, however, I teach through the Augustana Conservatory at Augustana Faculty, UofA. Online lessons (FaceTime or Zoom) are also an option, although I have a strong preference for in-person lessons.

I can teach the following instruments/subjects:

- piano (jazz/classical/contemporary, etc.)
- guitar
- bass guitar
- ukulele
- baritone/euphonium
- trumpet
- musical saw
- recorder
- music theory

I welcome all students, ages 5 and older. It is never too late to start or return to making music! I have had students in their 60s and 70s, and it can be a very fun and rewarding experience to make music at any age.

While most of the lessons I teach are private lessons, group lessons are also an option. If you have a few friends and would like to learn together, please contact me to discuss the possibilities. Read about special group rates on the Fees and Payments page.

PRACTICE AND PERFORMANCE

To make the most of the music-learning experience, it is important to make time for regular, daily practice. Practice time should be intentional and productive -- quality is more important than quantity. For young students, encouragement from parents may make the difference between a passing enthusiasm and years of productive study. The ultimate goal, I believe, is to foster a life-long appreciation for music. I always write notes, assignments, etc. in the lesson book. I expect that students and parents will read these notes each week.

As a general guideline, I expect students with:
  • 30-minute lessons to practice daily for at least 15 minutes
  • 45-minute lessons to practice daily for at least 20 minutes
  • 60-minute lessons to practice daily for at least 30-40 minutes

Keep practice sessions limited to a duration that allows you to stay focused (i.e. break it up if need be).

There will be performance opportunities throughout the year for those students who are interested. One such opportunity is the Camrose and District Music Festival, which will takes place each year in April.
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We can use whichever platform works best for you. Some options are FaceTime, Zoom, Facebook Messenger, and Skype.
All of the same fees and policies apply as in-person lessons.

Summer Lessons
Student Portal
Lesson Registration
Testimonials
Instruments
Fees and Payments
Make-Up Lesson Policy
Scheduling
Performance Opportunities
Augustana Conservatory
Listening
Piano Resources
Guitar Resources
Music Theory Resources
Media Release Form
  • Home
  • Lessons
    • Student Portal
    • Summer Lessons
    • Lesson Registration
    • Scheduling
    • Listening
    • Performance Opportunities
    • Fees and Payments
    • Make-Up Lesson Policy
    • Augustana Conservatory
    • Instruments
    • 10/20/30-Piece Challenge
    • Note Rush
    • Testimonials
    • Piano Resources
    • Guitar Resources
    • Music Theory Resources
    • Media Release Form
    • COVID-19 Waiver
  • Performing
  • Photos
  • Videos
  • Links
  • About
    • A/V
    • Musical Saw
  • Contact