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About Us 📍 Leaside, Toronto — serving North Toronto, East York & Toronto

Musica Music School was established in Leaside by Liselotte Jongedijk in 1990. Over the years many of our dedicated teachers and families have developed long term connections, creating a sense of belonging and camaraderie. This welcoming atmosphere begins when families join the dynamic Music for Young Children classes. Students of all ages continue into private lessons in the same convenient location. We proudly share student progress during the twice yearly Recitals which are warm, positive and family friendly. Every year a handful of senior students are celebrated with the Award of Honour for completing 10 years of musical study with Musica!

The Musica Music School faculty team in Leaside, Toronto

Meet Our Faculty

Nine dedicated teachers — and growing. Every member of our faculty shares a commitment to making lessons inspiring, effective, and personal.

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David McCartney

35 Years at Musica
Piano Voice Theory
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Natalia Ryjanovskaia

30 Years at Musica
MYC Classes Piano Theory
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Tania Maalouf

25 Years at Musica
MYC Classes Piano Theory
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JoAnn Thompson

25 Years at Musica
Voice
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Steve Evans

25 Years at Musica
Piano
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Samantha Atkinson

Director · 20 Years at Musica
MYC Classes Piano Theory
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Marlene Tak

15 Years at Musica
MYC Classes Piano Theory
HP

Halyna Popenko

10 Years at Musica
Piano Theory
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Ottley Whitby

2 Years at Musica
MYC Classes Piano Theory

What Sets Our Teachers Apart

Credentials matter — but so does warmth, patience, and a genuine love for teaching. Our faculty brings all of it.

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Certified & Experienced

All Musica teachers hold recognized conservatory or university music credentials, with many years of real teaching experience across all ages and levels.

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Student-Centred Teaching

No two students are the same. Our teachers adapt their approach to your goals, learning style, and pace — whether you're 4 years old or 64, beginner or advanced.

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Long-Term Relationships

Many of our students stay for years. We take pride in building real, ongoing relationships with families in Leaside and across Toronto — music mentors, not just instructors.

Explore Programs at Musica

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Piano Lessons

Private lessons for all ages and levels, from first notes to conservatory study and both Conservatory Canada and RCM exams.
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Voice Lessons

Build technique, range, and the confidence to perform any style.
Music for Young Children logo for MYC classes at Musica Music School

MYC Classes

Group music education for children ages 3–9.
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Music Theory

Group and private theory classes plus Conservatory Canada and RCM exam prep.

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