ENRICH YOUR CHILD’S INTELLECT WITH QUALITY MUSIC LESSONS IN SELKIRK
It is a proven fact that children who have early exposure to music will rapidly develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning. Playing a musical instrument can also build self- confidence. Do you have a child who is showing an interest in music? This is a wonderful, life-long skill to develop. The study of music enhances a person's life in so many ways. The skills acquired remain long after age or infirmity force one to give up sports and other activities. It also refines discipline and patience. Piano is a great first instrument, because it allows you to not only hear, but also see, the relationship of one note to another. At Hooper's School of Music, our instructor would love to meet you and tell you more about our music lessons in Selkirk. Contact us for more information.
WHY CHOOSE US?
Quality music education plays an important role in enhancing intellectual skills and abilities outside of music. At Hooper's School of Music, we offer holistic music education that promotes overall development. The teacher at Hooper's School of Music, has many years of experience teaching students from toddler to senior citizen and has developed programs that meet the needs of varying ages.
We offer:
QUALITY PIANO LESSONS
We offer piano recitals once to twice a year for our students. If you are interested in enrolling your child for our lessons, you may begin by filling out the contact form. We will get back to you and we can set up a meeting to see if piano lessons would be a good fit for your child.
LOCATION
Hooper's School of Music is located at 735 Christie Ave, in Selkirk, MB. The studio is within easy walking distance (“via Vaughan Ave. and Agnes or Annie St. ") from four Selkirk schools. For the convenience of rural students attending school in Selkirk, our instructor is open to teaching during school hours, when they may have a "spare," or at the noon hour.
COVID-19
UPDATE
“With the COVID-19 situation, I switched to online teaching, allowing the students to remain safe in their own homes. This opens the opportunity to accept new online students, and to offer lessons as usual on storm days or during illness.”

- Marilyn Hooper
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Certified teacher of Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) for elementary piano
Meet The Teacher
ABOUT HOOPER'S SCHOOL OF MUSIC
For most people, music plays a role in everyday life. At Hooper’s School of Music, we help nourish that love of music at an early age. After moving our school from Lockport, we are now offering music lessons in Selkirk. Marilyn Hooper is a certified teacher of elementary piano and music theory and has also taught MYC and Music Pups. Our courses range from preparatory to level 6 for piano instruction, and music theory from preparatory to level 8. We offer private and group piano and theory classes. Students participate in two recitals per year, with optional prep for the Royal Conservatory exams and festival participation. To learn more, contact Hooper’s School of Music today.
BENEFITS OF MUSIC LESSONS
Regardless of age or ability, studying music offers many benefits. In fact, music education is more than just learning to play an instrument or reading sheet music. Studying music actually has far-reaching benefits that can impact students in all areas of their lives. Studies have shown that students who study music have improved academic skills, motor skills and social skills. Music education also teaches patience and discipline while boosting self-esteem. At Hooper's School of Music, we can help your child reach their full potential through professional music education.
MEET THE TEACHER
Marilyn Hooper is a former elementary and junior high school teacher. Her background includes many years of private piano instruction to children and adults. She was a teacher of Music for Young Children for twenty-five years, and of Music Pups (a program for infants and toddlers) for seven years. She also regularly takes advantage of the professional development opportunities offered by the Royal Conservatory and other schools of music.
Marilyn Hooper is a certified teacher of the Ultimate Music Theory program and has successfully completed the Elementary Pedagogy Course of the Royal Conservatory of Music. Sharing her love of music with students of all ages is the main focus of her professional life.
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT
At Hooper's School of Music, we believe that the study of music helps a child reach his/her full potential. It teaches self-discipline and order, giving a young person an advantage at school and in a future career. For this reason, many post-secondary institutions, when selecting candidates for their programs, give preference to applicants who have a music background.
We also believe that the study of music should be enjoyable, so the pieces that a student learns to play should reflect his/her interest. We do not believe in pushing a student into a repertoire that is too difficult if he/she is not ready for it. Students should learn at their own pace.
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PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS IN SELKIRK
Hooper's School of Music in Selkirk offers private piano lessons for students of all ages, focusing mainly on preparatory to level 6. Teacher, Marilyn Hooper believes that the technical aspect of playing the piano is important, so she emphasizes good posture and hand position. She also teaches all the technical requirements outlined by the Royal Conservatory of Music. If you are looking for a well-rounded music education that includes sight-reading, ear training, and theory, contact us .
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?
At Hooper's School of Music, I encourage participation in exams but do not insist on it. A student can take some exams and skip others, while still moving forward through the levels. I also encourage festival participation when available, but do not insist on it.
I strongly encourage participation in recitals and offer two per year. A pianist is often asked to play for some events, and I feel that recitals help students learn to share their gifts with others. My students are also encouraged to learn to accompany a vocalist or choir and have the opportunity to compose their own music.
Read through the studio policies set up by the instructor- Marilyn Hooper, to get a clear picture of services offered.
PIANO LESSONS IN SELKIRK
Composing and making music involves more than the voice or fingers playing an instrument. A child or an adult learning about music has to tap into various skills and often simultaneously. This is why, at Hooper's School of Music, I have designed private piano lessons for students of all ages, focusing mainly on preparatory to level 6. Set up an appointment to enroll for private piano lessons in Selkirk.
Adults are usually more goal-oriented than children, so I work towards those goals. They don't often wish to perform in recitals or the festival. Hence I don't insist on it. Rather, I try to determine the type of music the person is interested in learning to play and choose a course that moves in that direction.
If you want to get a clear picture of our studio guidelines and pricing, read through the policies set up by the instructor.
GROUP MUSIC THEORY LESSONS IN SELKIRK
Theory is the language of music. By studying it, we improve our playing because it helps us understand what we are doing, increases our appreciation, and helps us to learn pieces more quickly. At Hooper's School of Music, I offer theory instruction to students of all ages, from preparatory to level 8, using the Ultimate Music Theory course. If you would like to enroll in music theory lessons in Selkirk, give me a call to set up an appointment .
I try to schedule the theory lessons in such a way that students can learn in a group setting. Games and video presentations enhance the learning and show students just how much fun the Ultimate Music Theory Club can be. Concept review can be done in a way that is fun, through the purchase of an app which is correlated with each lesson. Students who choose to write the Royal Conservatory theory exams are usually very successful under my guidance.
For further information about the rules and guidelines, read through the policies set up by the instructor.
FAQS
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CONTACT HOOPER'S SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Hooper's School of Music offers expert music education for all levels from beginners to advanced students. The instructor is highly trained and experienced in offering piano lessons for students as young as 6 years, or up to conservatory level 6. She provides a warm and interactive environment that celebrates your child’s every accomplishment while they make great progress in music lessons. If you are planning to learn music for your satisfaction or are looking forward to enrolling your child, just give her a call. For an appointment or more information, you can also fill out the form below.
Address
Hooper's School of Music
735 Christie Avenue
Selkirk, MB
R1A 0W5
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Business Hours
Monday – Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
By Appointment Only
