"Mechanics of Music", owned, directed, inspired and energized by…read moreKaitlin has been a bonus to my life as a senior. Kaitlin has a contagious love for music that encompasses the theory and the practical side of music. I have often heard "Best Day Ever!" when leaving Kaitlin's Music Studio. Joy of life to be had while giving your brain the exercise it needs. and...add in those fingers, lungs and heart. Good spirit of life abides at Mechanics of Music while learning your favourite song and more!!

The studio has become one of my happiest places. Kaitlin, the owner, sets the tone with her…read morekindness, passion, and genuine care for every student. All the instructors are incredibly talented and supportive -- I'm taking guitar, vocals, and piano lessons, and each teacher brings out the best in me. There's a real sense of community here; you walk in feeling welcomed and walk out energized, inspired, and full of joy. Truly a special place!

Ballet and piano this year. From the moment we walked through the doors, we felt welcomed. The…read moreinstructors are incredibly talented and genuinely care about their students' progress and look out for every kids needs. The variety of classes offered is impressive and there's lots of times and rooms to pick. and building is clean and professional. Feels like a place where creativity is inspired. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for music or dance for their kid too

I have taken classes here for over 10 years. I started lessons here in high school, and now my kids…read moretake dance in the Walnut Grove location as well! This school is like a second home to me, I have made so many friends here over the years and everyone here is like a big family. This environment is so supportive, all the teachers and staff are wonderful. Coming to classes here really helped me to build my confidence throughout high school. I have built my confidence so much through all my classes here over the years, and am glad to see that the school is helping to solidify my children's confidence as well. The School of Music and Dance has helped me to really connect to the arts and to make a place for myself in the community. To all of my teachers, and my children's teachers, at the School of Music and Dance, thank you for everything you do!

This is a busy, active school with a deeply caring staff. My son has taken lessons here from age 3…read more- 7.5 and I have been knocked out by his progress, the care and attention given to him by his teachers, and the quality of the students around us. We recommend this music school to any family looking for a great educational experience.

A great school to learn to sing or play an instrument in a professional yet supportive environment…read more Caring, talented teachers who encourage performers of all ages, stages and abilities to grow and mature as performers. Highly recommended.

Been a adult piano student here for 7 years. I have enjoyed every teacher and the support always…read moreoffered. I was impressed how they managed to pivot during Covid and online lessons has been wonderful. Highly recommend this school

Marlaena and her staff are beyond amazing to say the least. I can't speak highly enough of this…read moreschool! I took voice lessons for a little under a year with Marlaena and she totally knows her stuff. She can speak in a language that's easy for someone who isn't so musically talented (like myself) to understand and she encourages and nurtures you during your lessons while providing effective and constructive feedback. I should also note that they would always accommodate and resolve any conflicts I had with scheduling by rescheduling classes to fit within my erratic schedule. They really strive to make you feel like a valued client and to top it all off, the prices seemed very reasonable when compared to other schools in the area. That being said, it's the facility and the staff (who are always in a positive mood) that really made me choose Music Schools International. Music Schools International is the place you want to go to if you want to be taught by amazing teachers, who respect and value your needs and goals. A+++

.....Hey just checking in?...... are you still in business?........ I know of others that fell pray…read moreto your crazy rebooking fiasco ....... The only way now to get out of this mess is to offer students actual make up lessons and rebuild your bad reputation........ still a -10 by the way.......

A fun store filled with international percussion instruments and other kinds of instruments as…read morewell. I found two small shakers that I had to add to my percussion collection (I am a musician) as well as a guitar pick. Prices vary depending on what you're getting, and it's located on Granville Island.

As a person who practices sound baths and has a sound healing nook that takes up a substantial part…read moreof my apartment, this place was heaven for me. I've never seen a store this good anywhere in the US or Canada. It's small, and yet it has so much, a great selection of gongs, chimes, and tibetan bowls, and a few crystal bowls as well as other percussion instruments. I like that they had a wide range of price points, including brand name products (Zaphir chimes, Meinl sound instruments, etc.) as well as lesser known and unbranded products. The guy working there was extremely knowledgeable and helpful, and he encouraged me to try out the instruments when I was shopping around. I've done most of my sound healing purchases online in the past, and it's really invaluable to have a place where you can try things out in person. A true gem!

Amazing teachers. I took lessons here as a child and teen, and then went back for lessons later as…read morean adult. It's an awesome place to learn music.