INTERNATIONAL MUSIC ACADEMY
  Unlocking human potential through music.©

4981 Highway 7, Suite 8, Markham ON L3R 1N1

Phone: 905.489.4620, Fax: 905.489.4621

info@InternationalMusicAcademy.ca

 

Winner of the 2008 Consumers' Choice Award

for best music school in the GTA.

 

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ABOUT THE iMA TEACHERS

 

  • “For a mother who knows very little about music, having her son performing at the CBC Glenn Gould studio, it’s like a dream coming true. No doubt how great the boy’s teacher must be! Xianxin first music teacher made him love music and trumpet, and you are the one who really took him into music and made music part of his life. No words can tell how thankful are we for your teaching.” (Lucy D.)

  • I thank you again for your amazing patience with me and the encouragement and positive attitude continually shown. My biggest success was learning I could play faster than I thought possible! I wish you much success in another school year!(Kathryn B.)

  • Mr. A. is very professional, strict but encouraging. My child came with bad experience with previous teacher. Mr. A. re-invited his confidence in music!(Joanna C.)

  • “I am lucky to have a teacher who is patient and understanding.  She shares new ways of understanding and reading music.” (Suzette C.)

  • “Ms. P. is absolutely excellent, couldn’t expect better and this is the main reason we continue to keep our child enrolled.” (Antoniette S.)

  • “Mr. A. has a deep knowledge of music and learning around it.  He uses an encouraging approach to initiate interest and continuous improvement.” (Maria P.)

  • “I really like my son’s teacher. He seems happy to teach my son.” (Tania C.)

  • “IMA teachers are friendly, humble and respects us.” (James F.)

  • “Ms. D. is very respectable and professional and genuinely wants the child to improve.” (Amy M.)

  • “Ms. D is a punctual and nice teacher.  She gives time to the students while teaching without getting frustrated.” (Rajshri P.)

  • “My child’s teacher is very patient and encouraging.” (Lisa B.)

  • “Mr. A. is punctual, responsible, professional, perfect teacher for my daughter.  She loves to play violin because she finds encouragement from her teacher.” (Ann W.)

  • “My teacher is friendly and does not hesitate to repeat anything or any part of the lesson.” (Sheela V.)

  • “My children like their teacher.  They find her very friendly and she is able to keep them interested in music and they respond to her teachings.” (David H.)

  • “My children and I really like the IMA teachers. They are patient, responsible and caring.” (Catherine T.)

  • “Mr. A. makes music fun, tries to make child excel in a fun manner and is always professional. He also understands child’s need and looks for the best method to teach her.” (Neera C.)

  • “He teaches music that my daughter likes in addition to the regular pieces.” (Joseph S.)

  • “He is very kind and a great teacher.” (Chi P.)

  • “She has excellent teaching skill, is friendly, knowledgeable and always encouraging and motivating.” (Arlene L.)

  • “I am very pleased with my child’s teacher. She is very friendly and very knowledgeable.” (Laura A.)

  • “My daughter now seems to enjoy playing the piano and does not need to be asked to practice. She just does it on her own.” (Annissa L.)

  • “The teachers at the IMA are responsible, kind, professional, and caring, very encouraging and motivating.” (Jean H.)

  • “My teacher is patient and very knowledgeable.” (Casandra A.)

  • I am lucky to have a very experienced teacher with highly developed profesisonal skill. I enjoy taking classes with him. (Josh L.)

  • My daughter’s teacher in Suzuki violin is Mr. B. She is so animated with him.  He is very good to her and gives her enough inspiration to get her thru.  Perfect match to Myer. (Myra O.)

  • Rizgar is fun-loving and truly a professional with a great attitude.  Irina is gentle and warm-hearted and a truly nurturing and pleasant individual. (Rose Mary H.)

ABOUT THE iMA  

  • “We are very satisfied. Caring, knowledgeable, a professional presentation from front desk to teacher.” (Joanna C.)

  • “We are completely happy and proud to say our son is a student at the IMA.” (Ranganat R.)

  • “IMA is perfect for music newcomers as well as for experienced musicians to reach the next level.  Looking forward to my next lesson.” (Maria P.)  

  • It has been a wonderful experience for both my daughter and I. I am utterly impressed at their combined friendliness, professionalism, great customer and client service on top of their high-qualified staff to provide the best instructions in whichever instrument you select.(Myra O.)

  • It has been absolutely an enriching experience. The music appreciation from the teachers has been contagious and has transferred to my sons. They both look forward to the iMA experience. (Rose Mary H.)

  • Very professional-teachers; children learn so fast on whatever instruments they play; teachers are always in touch with our children’s improvement. (Gina J.)

  • “I thank the IMA for their hard work… the service is great and personal; you feel like you are important here...” (James F.)

  • “Very good, very professional.” (Tom T.)

  • “We’ve got a progress report card: what a surprise! Also thank you for the Happy Birthday card.” (Li Xiao)

  • “Teaching music to a child whether or not they are musically gifted is an honorable and hopefully rewarding experience to both teacher and child!” (Amy M.)

  • “A convenient and professional music school near my home, its affordable as well as it provides a pleasant learning experience for my kids.” (Rajshri P.)

  • “We’ve had a very good overall experience at the IMA. My daughter is very much enjoying piano lessons.” (Lisa B.)

  • “I love the IMA serious learning environment. It is a professional school…” (Ann W.)

  • “I look forward to both my child and I to learn music together. I look forward to have my husband start music when he feels ready!” (Vicki M.)

  • “IMA really cares about the kids and their learning. My children improved better than ever and enjoy the practice at home.” (Catherine T.)

  • “I appreciate the possibility to have both my children taking lessons during the same time.” (Catherine T.)

  • “My child has learned so much in a matter of a few months compared to her 4 years of music.” (Neera C.)

  • “I am impressed with the inviting atmosphere, the staff, the décor, the teachers’ qualifications, the affordable tuition fee, and most over the fact that IMA took the time to understand my children’s needs.” (Amy M.)

  • “I appreciate the fact that IMA prepares for RCM exams and has only qualified teachers.” (Neera C.)

  • “I am happy with the flexibility to have my child and I taking lessons at the same time.” (Vicki M.)

  • “The iMA is a very nice place to study, offer excellent teachers at reasonable price. (Arlene L.)

  • “iMA is an institution that you can trust for your child in terms of music.” (Shaheena S.)

  • “It’s great! I’m learning a lot.” (Rob C.) 

ABOUT THE iMA FACILITIES

 

  • “The teaching studios are absolutely fantastic. Undoubtedly the best I've seen in the area.” (George L.)  

  • “I like that children are supervised when parents are not present.” (Alpa G.)

  • “I like the IMA high standard facility and its professional instructors.” (Maria P.)

  • “The waiting area is very good. It offers coffee and tea, lots of chairs, coat hangers, magazines...” (Antoniette S.)

  • “I love the waiting area. The décor is modern and simple.” (Amy M.)

  • “The waiting area is relax, quiet, neat and clean. Excellent!” (Ann W.)

  • “The waiting area is very comfortable, clean and professional.” (Susan A.)

  • “The waiting area is spacious, clean, warm, cozy, organized, with calm colors, and offers variety activities for all.” (Neera C.)

  • “I like the free drinks, the TV, the comfy seats with pillows, the fish tank” (Sylvia W.)