Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Music Lessons for All Ages in Surrey
Carillon Music Academy has been dedicated to nurturing musical talent and fostering a love for music since 1970. As the first music school in the Lower Mainland to specialize in early childhood education, we have expanded our offerings to include piano, voice, and guitar instruction for students of all ages. Our comprehensive programs, including group classes, private lessons, and annual festivals, are designed to cultivate technical skill, creativity, and a lifelong appreciation for music.With a team of passionate educators, many of whom trained here as students, we provide a structured yet engaging environment that balances tradition with innovation. Our commitment to quality education is reflected in our decades-long reputation and the success of our students in regional and national competitions.
Services
Group Piano Classes
Private Guitar Lessons
Voice Instruction
Music Theory Classes
Choir Programs
Festival Preparation
Royal Conservatory Exam Training
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in music education.
- Our staff includes qualified instructors with personal ties to the academy.
- Customized lesson plans for diverse musical interests and skill levels.
- Annual festivals provide performance opportunities with professional adjudicators.
- Proven curriculum developed through decades of teaching success.
Services
Group Piano Classes
Structured group piano programs for children aged 4-12, combining technical training with rhythm development and music theory. Classes use interactive activities to build foundational skills while maintaining student engagement. Parent participation required for younger age groups to support home practice routines.
Private Guitar Lessons
One-on-one guitar instruction for all skill levels, focusing on technique, repertoire development, and genre-specific styles. Lessons adapt to individual learning paces with customized practice plans to ensure steady progress toward personal musical goals.
Music Festivals
Annual competitive festivals offering performance opportunities in classical, jazz, and contemporary genres. Features adjudicated categories for piano, voice, and ensembles, with specialized composition and improvisation divisions to showcase student creativity.
Voice Instruction
Private voice lessons emphasizing proper technique, breath control, and repertoire interpretation. Students prepare for recitals, festivals, or personal enjoyment while developing vocal range and performance confidence through structured curriculum.
Theory Classes
Integrated music theory instruction covering notation, ear training, and composition basics. Classes reinforce practical skills through interactive exercises that enhance students' understanding of musical structure and interpretation.
Questions
What age groups do you accept for piano lessons?
We offer group piano classes for children aged 4-12 and private lessons for students of all ages.
Do you offer lessons for instruments other than piano?
Yes, we provide private instruction in guitar and voice in addition to piano lessons.
Are parent observations required for children's classes?
Parents must attend group classes for children aged 4-5 to support home practice routines.
What performance opportunities are available?
Our annual festivals include classical, jazz, and contemporary categories with adjudicated competitions for all skill levels.
How are lesson schedules structured?
Private lessons are available in 30, 45, or 60-minute sessions with flexible scheduling options throughout the week.
What materials are needed for piano students?
Students receive a starter kit with books and supplies. A full-sized digital or acoustic piano is required for home practice.
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Reviews (5)
Kyle Pruden
Jun 21, 2021
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I love this place. The staff are very knowledgeable and polite. Beautiful equipment. Good for rentals and sales too. They're not a huge store so whatever they have is what they have, but anytime I've needed anything it's been there. Thanks guys
A. Cris
Dec 09, 2020
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My foster mom and I went to their store to look for a digital piano for my daughter. Roy helped us choose. He was very caring and very professional in dealing with us.
Li Fiona
Sep 14, 2019
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I took the adult beginner piano lesson with Roy. He is the best teacher. After taking couple of classes I can play piano with my both hands. Thank you Roy!
G. M. Callaway
Aug 30, 2016
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Very good school and the teachers are awesome. My daughter loves taking piano and singing lessons at Carillon.
Rob Viens
Jan 29, 2016
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I've known Roy Hepworth and Carillon Music since the mid 1980s and have purchased several keyboards and church organs from him in both Canada and the USA, as well as had the use of beautiful organs for large scale events at the Pacific Coliseum, St Martins College, Lacey, WA, and more. Roy's unsurpassed knowledge, caring, service, assistance and willingness to do whatever it takes to get it right are exemplary. Recently I was in the market for a new personal digital keyboard and had my sights set on two potential instruments---that is, until I stopped in to see Roy and he 'convinced' me to play
