April 2026

“April reminds us that growth takes time, just like music. Every scale, every practice, every small step brings us closer to something beautiful."

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In This Issue

  • NEW Program at MFAA: Spotlight Singers
  • Join Our Chamber String Group
  • How the Summer Works
  • What’s Happening Around Town
  • Referral Contest Winner
  • Celebrating Our Students’ RCM Exam Success!
  • Student of the Month
  • Musical Ladder Achievements
  • New Referral Contest
  • Teachers With a Waiting List
  • Welcome New and Returning Students

Got news for the MFAA Newsletter? We welcome and encourage all submissions!

From Practice to Performance – Join Our Chamber Strings Group

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If you or your child loves playing in a group setting and is looking for a meaningful musical experience beyond solo lessons, we’d love to invite you to join the Mississauga Fine Arts Academy Chamber Strings Group for our upcoming May–August semester.

This program is designed for violin, viola, and cello students who already have some playing experience and are ready to take the next step into ensemble performance, collaboration, and musical growth.

🎻 What Makes Our Chamber Strings Group Special?

Our Chamber Strings program has been a core part of MFAA for several years and continues to grow in both quality and reputation. Under the guidance of our experienced faculty, students develop:

  • Ensemble skills and musical listening
  • Confidence performing with others
  • Stronger rhythm, timing, and musical expression
  • A deeper understanding of orchestral repertoire

Many of our alumni have gone on to join respected ensembles, including the Mississauga Symphony Orchestra and other orchestral groups across the GTA.

🎶 Performance Opportunities

Students in the Chamber Strings Group enjoy multiple exciting performance opportunities throughout the year:

  • Semi-annual recitals at the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga
  • Annual Faculty Concert at the Living Arts Centre, where students collaborate and perform alongside our MFAA teachers
  • Community performances at events like the Golden Kids Festival

These experiences give students the chance to perform on a professional stage, work with other musicians, and build real confidence as performers.

📅 Program Details

  • Semester: May – August
  • Schedule: Once a week (Saturdays)
  • Instruments: Violin, Viola, Cello
  • Level: Students with prior experience or ensemble background
  • Spots: Limited – small group setting for quality instruction

🎥 See Our Chamber Group in Action

Here’s a recent performance from our Chamber Strings Group:

👉 Watch on YouTube – Chamber Strings Performance

🎯 Who Should Join?

We’re inviting students who:

  • Are currently taking lessons or have taken lessons in the past
  • Have experience playing violin, viola, or cello
  • Are excited about playing in a group and performing on stage

Spots are limited, and enrollment is first come, first served.

If you’re interested in joining or would like more information, simply reply to this email or contact us at info@mississaugafineartsacademy.com or call/text 905-276-0251.

We’d love to welcome you into the group and help you experience the joy of making music together.

Mark Your Calendar

Victoria Day – May 18th CLOSED

Summer Recitals – June 13th, 14th and 20th, 21st

Canada Day Holiday – June 30th – July 1st CLOSED

NEW Program at MFAA: Spotlight Singers

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We are excited to introduce a new program at the Academy — MFAA Spotlight Singers.

This small group program is designed for students who enjoy singing and would like to experience performing as part of a group. While private lessons focus on individual development, Spotlight Singers gives students the opportunity to sing together, explore vocal harmony, and build confidence in a supportive setting.

The program will incorporate elements of vocal harmony, musical theatre expression, and light stage movement, creating a fun and engaging group experience for students.

Students in MFAA Spotlight Singers will work on:

• Singing in harmony

• Ensemble listening and blending

• Stage presence and expression

• Musical theatre-style performance

You do not need to be a current vocal student to join. This program is open to any student who would like to explore group singing and perform in a fun, collaborative environment.

We are excited to have Ms. Emily, one of our vocal instructors, leading this program. Emily has been teaching vocal lessons at MFAA and brings both performance experience and a passion for working with students.

“Hello everyone! I am so beyond excited to share my love of vocal ensemble singing with students within the MFAA community. As someone who has performed in choirs and vocal ensembles in many musical theatre productions myself, I know how beneficial and uplifting the experience of singing together can truly be. I am so excited to not only teach the skills of harmony, but to promote an encouraging environment for singers to uplift each other through song.” — Ms. Emily

The program will follow a semester-based structure, similar to our Chamber Strings group:

• September – December

• January – April

• May – August

Our first Spotlight Singers semester will begin in May.

Classes will run on Thursdays, with two small groups:

6:30 – 7:30 PM

7:30 – 8:30 PM

Groups will be kept small to ensure students receive individual attention while enjoying the experience of singing together.

More details about registration and scheduling will be shared soon. Stay tuned.

Don’t Let Your Skills Take a Vacation – Keep Learning This Summer! How Do Summer Lessons Work

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What’s Happening Around Town

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We’re always proud to support and highlight local initiatives that bring value to our community. This month, we’re excited to feature Fun Adventure Summer Camp, a thoughtfully designed program created by parents, for families. With a strong focus on structure, flexibility, and fun, it’s a great option for keeping children engaged and active throughout the summer. Learn more about their program below!

Fun Adventure Summer Camp is a local summer day camp in Mississauga created by parents for working families. The camp offers early drop-off starting at 6:45 a.m. and late pick-up until 5:30 p.m., alongside structured activities and weekly field trips.

Register HERE

Student of The Month

Dean G.!

Congratulations to Dean G., our Student of the Month! Dean has been taking piano lessons at Mississauga Fine Arts Academy since February 2020, studying with Ms. Lesley. His dedication, steady progress, and love for music truly stand out.

Let’s hear what Ms. Lesley says about Dean’s progress:

“Dean has shown more enthusiasm lately in playing the piano when he comes to his lessons. He’s been taking the initiative to learn new songs and has been practicing more. I’m very proud of Dean for his growth.” – Ms. Lesley

We also asked Dean a few questions. Here are his answers.

What instrument(s) do you play? – Piano

How long have you been taking lessons? – Six years

What is your favourite song to play? – “CG5”

What is your favourite food? –  Pizza

What is your favourite song you’ve learned in class recently? – “Anesthesia” from Garten of Banban

What is your favourite colour? – Blue, red and black

Congratulations, Dean, on this well-deserved recognition! Keep reaching for new musical heights!

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Musical Ladder Achievements

Ayla S piano voice Ashya
Ayla S. is playing piano, and her teacher is Ms. Ashiya
Malcolm A guitar Miguel
Malcolm A. is playing guitar, and his teacher is Mr. Miguel
Angelica W piano Carrie
Angelica W . is playing piano, and her teacher is Ms. Carrie
Cyrus P piano guitar Piano
Cyrus P. is playing piano and guitar and his teacher is Mr. Max

Celebrating Our Students’ RCM Exam Success! 🎶✨

As we begin the new year, we are excited to celebrate the first RCM exam session and the wonderful achievements of our students at Mississauga Fine Arts Academy. Their results are a fantastic way to start the year and reflect the dedication and hard work they have put into their musical studies.

The Royal Conservatory of Music program is a highly respected and comprehensive curriculum that helps students develop strong technical skills, musical expression, and a deeper understanding of their instrument. Preparing for these exams requires focus, perseverance, and consistent guidance, and our students truly rose to the challenge. We are incredibly proud of their commitment and the progress they continue to make on their musical journey.

We are excited to recognize the following outstanding results from this recent exam session:

🎹 Vidhur N. – Piano, RCM Level 2 – 87% First Class Honours

Teacher: Ms. Olivia

🎹 Lukas B. – Piano, RCM Level 3 – 82% First Class Honours

Teacher: Ms. Lesya

🎹 Tanishi K. – Piano, RCM Level 6 – 77% Honours

Teacher: Ms. Mariana

These results reflect not only the students’ hard work but also the dedication of our teachers and the ongoing support from families. RCM exams challenge students to refine their technique, develop musical confidence, and grow as well-rounded musicians, important milestones on their musical journey.

🎉 Congratulations to all our students on their achievements!

We are incredibly proud of you and look forward to seeing how your musical journey continues in the new year.

Referral Contest Winner Kaitlyn L.!

Referral Contest Winner April 2026

Fresh faces grace our halls every day at the Academy, igniting our excitement as we witness their unbridled passion for music blossom. There’s nothing quite like the joy of nurturing that love and, in return, showing our gratitude through exciting rewards.

Congratulations, Kaitlyn L., for being our referral contest winner this quarter! 🎉

Thank you for sharing Mississauga Fine Arts Academy with your friends and family. Your support truly means a lot to us. As a token of our appreciation, we hope you enjoy your visit to Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada with your four tickets! 🐠

Keep spreading your love for music, and thank you for being such an important part of our community.

We also want to thank all participants and referrers who shared our academy with their friends and family. Your referrals have been invaluable, and we genuinely appreciate your contribution to our community.

Stay tuned for our next big prize announcement – who knows, you might be the next lucky winner! Please keep spreading the word, and thank you for being a part of our journey.

Have someone curious about mastering an instrument? Don’t hesitate to introduce them to our academy. Who knows, you could find yourself seizing the spotlight as the champion of our next referral contest!

Thank you to all the fantastic participants in our Summer referral contest. With each new referral, we aim to amplify the excitement for our latest referral contest.

Wondering what delights unfold when you steer friends our way?

Upon their enrollment, a $25 gift card is yours, and both your name and your friend’s name gain entry into our raffle box, brimming with potential for the Grand Prize Draw!

The secret’s out – don’t keep us under wraps!

Here’s the kicker – every referral earns you an additional chance at our grand prize draw. The possibilities are boundless – no maximum limit applies.

Remember, the more friends you introduce to our school, the brighter your star shines in the constellation of fantastic prizes. So, let the music and rewards resonate far and wide!

Welcome New and Returning Students in April!

Harshada K

Sarang M

Kazzandra O

Aarav K

Aishwarya R

Akila R

Jessica D

William D

Eugene L

Sarah Rose A

Abraham Jacob A

Martina L

Anas Y

Khiem B

Luna N

Karthik L

Johan Eliz B

Maia Eliza Sylys B

Darcy K

Aurelia R

Aliana L

Amelia G

Ankita M

Pranati M

Sanjana S

Dheeksha C​

Tanshi J

Khushi M

Gurveen D

Neetha U

Merilyn Kristine J

Maddox de O

Isabella D

Sienna Alzuarde G

Benjamin L

Isabelle L

Urvi T

Is Your Teacher Fully Booked?

Many teachers are very popular and quickly become fully booked. If you need a schedule change or would like to be added to a waiting list for a particular teacher, day, or time, don’t hesitate to contact us, and we can add you to the waiting list. There are still limited lesson spots available. To inquire about an opening in May, send an e-mail to info@mississaugafineartsacademy.com or call/text us at 905-276-0251.

Here is a partial list of who’s currently full:

Guitar

Abi A.: All Days SOLD OUT

Enoch L: All Days SOLD OUT

Daniela S: Only ONE spot left

Max M.: All Days SOLD OUT

Mckayla G: Only TWO spots left

Michael G.: Only TWO spots left

Miguel R.: All Days SOLD OUT

Noah C.: All Days SOLD OUT

Zoë S.: Only One spot left

Bass

Abi A: All Days SOLD OUT

Enoch L: All Days SOLD OUT

Max M.: All Days SOLD OUT

Michael G.: Only One spot left

Violin

Alejandra P: Only TWO spots left

Maryalice D.: Only TWO spots left

Mariya P: Only ONE spot left

Sibiya R.: Only TWO spots left

Vira B.: All Days SOLD OUT

Ukulele

Enoch L: All Days SOLD OUT

Daniela S: Only ONE spot left

Max M: All Days SOLD OUT

Mckayla G: Only TWO spots left

Miguel R.: Only ONE spot left

Noah C.: All Days SOLD OUT

Owen B.: All Days SOLD OUT

Piano

Abi A.: All Days SOLD OUT

Alejandra P: Only ONE spot left

Alice K: Only ONE spot left

Amjad A.: All Days SOLD OUT

Angela W.: All Days SOLD OUT

Ashiya S.: Only TWO spots left

Carrie C: All Days SOLD OUT

Diana M: Only TWO spots left

Enoch L: All Days SOLD OUT

Geoff M.: Only TWO spots left

Ivica B: All Days SOLD OUT

John Carlo (JC) A.: Only TWO spots left

Lesley L: Only TWO spots left

Lesya K.: Only TWO spots left

Mariana C.: Only ONE spot left

Mariya P: Only ONE spot left

Maryalice D.: Only TWO spots left

Max M.: All Days SOLD OUT

Mckayla G: Only TWO spots left

Michael G.: All Days SOLD OUT

Nathan S: Only ONE spot left

Oksana I: Only TWO spots left

Olivia Y.: All Days SOLD OUT

Noah C: All Days SOLD OUT

Robert M.: Only TWO spots left

Sam L.: All Days SOLD OUT

Stella L.: All Days SOLD OUT

Tao Z.: Only TWO spots left

Vira B.: All Days SOLD OUT

Voice

Abi A.: All Days SOLD OUT

André R.: Only ONE spot left

Daniela S: All Days SOLD OUT

Diana M: Only TWO spots left

Emily M: Only TWO spots left

Ivica B: All Days SOLD OUT

Miguel R.: Only ONE spot left

Nathan S.: Only ONE spot left

Noah C.: Only TWO spots left

Sam M.: All Days SOLD OUT

Zoë S.: Only ONE spot left

Animal Adventures (Toddler Program)

Abi A.: Tuesday

Diana M: Thursday, Friday

Drums

Glenn M.: Only TWO spots left

John Carlo (JC) A.: Only TWO spots left

Noah C.: All Days SOLD OUT

Cello

Angela W.: Only TWO spots left

Sibiya R.: Only ONE spot left

Woodwinds

Amjad A.: All Days SOLD OUT

André R.: All Days SOLD OUT

Riley M: ONLY TWO spots left

Zoë S.: Only One spot left

Brass

André R.: Only One spot left

Zoë S.: All Days SOLD OUT

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What is the Musical Ladder Reward System?

At Mississauga Fine Arts Academy, we believe every student benefits from setting and achieving personalized goals. That’s why we use the Musical Ladder System—a unique, motivational program that celebrates students’ progress in music, just like karate belts or swimming levels.

With the Musical Ladder System, each student receives a customized learning plan, and every 3-6 months, they’re tested on their progress and knowledge. As they reach new milestones, we celebrate their achievements with fun rewards, including bracelets and trophies, to recognize their dedication and growth as musicians.

This approach keeps students motivated and inspired, making learning music an exciting journey.