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September 2022
Sing a song of seasons! Something bright in all! Flowers in the summer, fires in the fall! - Robert Louis Stevenson
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In This Issue
• Bring a Friend Week
• Mark Your Calendar
• RCM Grades as High School Credits
• New Program – Chamber String Group
• Halloween Costume Contest is Back
• Student of the Month
• Musical Ladder Achievements
• Teachers With a Waiting List
• Welcome New and Returning Students
• New Referral Contest
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Bring a Friend Week!
During the week of October 17th to 23rd, invite your friend to try any instrument, discover and have fun. For every friend enrolled in classes, you’ll receive a $25 gift card, and both of you will be entered into our Grand Prize Draw plus, your friend will receive FREE registration (value $25) upon enrollment. Share your love of music with a friend.
Mark Your Calendar
Thanksgiving holiday – October 10th, 2022 CLOSED
Bring a Friend Week – October 17th – 23rd, 2022
Halloween Costume Contest – submission deadline November 1st, 2022
New School Year Calendar
RCM Grades as High School Credits
Many parents and students are asking questions about how to use their RCM grades as high school credits. Here is some useful information you can refer to.
In Ontario, a grade 11 high school credit can be attained by successfully completing the Grade 7 Practical and associated theory in any musical instrument that is examined, including voice but excluding speech arts and drama.
A grade 12 high school credit can be attained by successfully completing the Grade 8 Practical and associated theory in any musical instrument that is examined, including voice but excluding speech arts and drama. The Grade 8 RCM grade counts as a University/College course credit and can be used for the calculation of entrance averages for universities and colleges.
The accreditations vary by province so make sure to confirm with the Education Ministry website for each province. Check it HERE:
The Ministry of Education allows students who complete appropriate Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) “Certificates” to be granted credits under OS, section 7.3.4. You can see the full document and download the PDF file for your reference HERE:
You can also find it useful to have a Support Document for External High School Accreditation from the Royal Conservatory of Music HERE.
Overall, at the end of the day, it’s not just about the music credits or the high school achievements. It’s the ability to create and collaborate freely through music. There are various MFAA Music Programs that develop creativity in all aspects of musical learning. If you have any questions or would like to find out more about our programs call 905-276-02-51 or email us at info@mississaugafineartsacademy.com
New Program- Chamber String Group
Mississauga Fine Arts Academy has opened a new program, the “MFAA Chamber Strings,” conducted by our award-winning violinist and performer Vira Burmenko.
MFAA Chamber Strings is a group class to create a mature string ensemble here at the academy. Currently focusing on Violin, Viola, and Cello with potential in collaborative piano and other chamber instruments such as clarinet, oboe, harp, and guitar.
The class includes not only rehearsals for specific repertoire aimed for performances but also warm-ups, sight-reading, rhythm and breathing exercises, conducting and communication within an ensemble, as well as contemporary musicianship techniques aimed at improving the group dynamic.
These classes are open to students who regularly take lessons on their instrument for a minimum of one year or had previous experience playing in group ensembles such as Duets, Trios, Chamber or other musical group settings. For more information on how to sign up for a class, please contact us at 905-276-0251 or email info@mississaugafineartsacademy.com.
You don’t need to be our student to join the group. Call us today to sign up for MFAA Chamber String.
Student of The Month
Adele P!
We are very excited to announce that our September 2022 student of the month is Adele P! Adele has been taking piano classes since 2018 and is doing a tremendous job. Here’s what Ms. Oxana, Adele’s teacher, has to say about her wonderful achievements:
“Adele has shown a lot of progress and comes to class with a 10/10 attitude! She practices at home every day and is always prepared for her lesson. I am delighted to work with such a talented student and am constantly surprised and amazed by how dedicated she is. I am very happy to see her next performances! “. – Ms.Oxana.
We also asked Adele a few questions. Here are her answers:
What instrument(s) do you play? Piano / Ukulele / Vocal
How long have you been taking lessons? Four years
What is your favourite song to play? Atacama Desert
What is your favourite food? Sushi
What is your favourite thing you’ve learned recently in class? Piano – All of it
What is your favourite colour? Purple
Congratulations Adele! We are so proud of your achievement, we can’t wait to see what you do next!
Musical Ladder Achievements
David and Joshua H are playing drums and their teacher is Mr. Kyle
Adele P is playing piano and her teachers is Ms. Oxana
Carlos J is playing piano and his teacher is Mr. Geoff
Aaliyah A is playing piano and her teacher is Mr. Robert
Halloween Costume Contest is Back
It’s been a while since we had our Halloween Costume Contest. We are happy to announce that it is back this fall. During the week of October 24th to 31th come dressed and have your treat. Share your photos with the hashtag #AcademyHalloween on social media or email us your pictures to info@mississaugafineartsacademy.com by November 1st to be entered in a drawing for a $25 Gift Card! Let’s have some fun dressing up this year!
A Warm Welcome to New and Returning Students!
Malcolm R
Dean G
Zara C
Ella C
Emma P
Luna A
Laura A
Anirudh S
Dev S
Keegan H
Nayela H
Ronan H
Darlene F
Chloe W
Shahzaib R
Myra M
Angela M
John M
Rodvien V
Kabir K
Jayden M
Inaya N
Sean L
Nicole D
Sophia P
Fatema P
Leilani B
Conan G
Amelia W
Max W
Aleena J
Khoa T
Yahia E
Muna H
Gurpreet S
Lauren W
Rafael M
Jakub K
Adrian K
Przemek K
Anvith R
Andrew P
Aaravi G
Khalid M
Karam Z
Nidhra K
Sarvanth K
Amelie R
Gabrielle C
Ahmed A
Meenu S
Prisha A
Inza A
Adesh G
Akash G
Rukshana Y
Pinze Y
Satvik D
Seyed M
Melody T
Hala A
Brianne V
Maya M
Arjun M
Martina R
Alicea D
Kingsley T
Kim T
Lara P
Luna I
Niya B
Simon P
Dishti B
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, please contact us, and we can add you to the waiting list. There are still limited lesson spots available. To inquire about openings in September, 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
Anjula E.: All days SOLD OUT
Michael G.: Only TWO spots left
Miguel R.: All days SOLD OUT
Henry G.: All days SOLD OUT
Max M.: All Days SOLD OUT
Jonathan B.: Only TWO spots left
Noah C.: Only TWO spots left
Bass
Michael G.: Only TWO spots left
Henry G.: Only ONE spot left
Max M.: All days SOLD OUT
Jonathan B.: Only ONE spot left
Noah C.: Only ONE spot left
Violin
Anastasiya B: All Days SOLD OUT
Afshin E.: All Days SOLD OUT
Vira B.: All days SOLD OUT
Maricela G.: Only THREE spots left
Ukulele
Geoff M.: All days SOLD OUT
Henry G.: Only ONE spots left
Max M: All days SOLD OUT
Jonathan B.: Only ONE spot left
Noah C.: Only TWO spots left
Piano
Anastasiya B: All Days SOLD OUT
Anjula E.: All Days SOLD OUT
Danae O.: All days SOLD OUT
Geoff M.: All days SOLD OUT
Jerry Z.: Only TWO spots left
Katrina Z.: All days SOLD OUT
Lesya K.: All days SOLD OUT
Mariana C.: All days SOLD OUT
Michael G.: All days SOLD OUT
Oksana I.: All days SOLD OUT
Robert M.: Only TWO spots left
Sam L.: All days SOLD OUT
Vira B.: All days SOLD OUT
Kyle M.: Only TWO spots left
Alana Y.: All days SOLD OUT
Amjad A.: All days SOLD OUT
Maxwell M.: Only TWO spots left
Kostantinos M.: Only THREE spots left
Andrea B.: All days SOLD OUT
Tao Z.: Only THREE spots left
Noah C: Only TWO spots left
Nolan H.: Only TWO spots left
Maricela G.: Only THREE spots left
Voice
André R.: Only TWO spots left
Anjula E.: All days SOLD OUT
Danae O.: All days SOLD OUT
Alana Y.: All days SOLD OUT
Miguel R.: Only TWO spots left
Sam M.: All days SOLD OUT
Kyle B: All days SOLD OUT
Andrea B.: All days SOLD OUT
Noah C.: Only TREE spots left
Drums
Kyle M.: All Days SOLD OUT
Noah C.: Only TWO spots left
Nolan H.: Only THREE spots left
Cello
Afshin E.: All Days SOLD OUT
Sharif A.: Only TWO spots left
Woodwinds
Robert M.: Only TWO spots left
Amjad A.: Only TWO spots left
Andrea B.: All days SOLD O UT
Jonathan B.: Only Two spots left
Brass
André R.: Only TWO spots left
Jerry Z.: Only THREE spots left
Alana Y.: All days SOLD OUT
