June 2025
“Music is the soundtrack of your life — and summer is its loudest season.” — Unknown
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- Summer Recital Highlights
- Bring a Friend Week
- Golden Kids Festival
- Chamber Group Workshop and Show
- Student of the Month
- RCM Exams Achievements
- Musical Ladder Achievements
- New Referral Contest
- Teachers With a Waiting List
- Welcome New and Returning Students
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Summer Recitals 2025: A Season of Music and Growth
Our 2025 Summer Recitals were a vibrant celebration of music, growth, and community spirit at Mississauga Fine Arts Academy. Spanning four recital days and two weekends, students of all ages and skill levels took to the stage to showcase their progress and love of music. From confident pianists and soulful vocalists to energetic drummers and elegant string players, each performance was a unique expression of dedication, creativity, and joy. For many students, it was their very first time performing in front of an audience, and they rose to the occasion with courage and enthusiasm.
These recitals are more than just a performance opportunity; they are a celebration of the journey each student takes throughout the year. The pride in their faces, the applause from families, and the supportive energy in the room reminded us why we do what we do. Our teachers work tirelessly behind the scenes to guide, motivate, and prepare students, and we’re incredibly grateful for their commitment.
As part of our courtesy service, recital videos are now available on our YouTube channel. Whether you’d like to relive all the wonderful moments or weren’t able to attend in person, we invite you to enjoy the performances online. Please note that a few of the recordings experienced a drop in video quality due to a camera focus issue. We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience; it was a technical issue beyond our control, and we appreciate your understanding.
We also want to thank our wonderful parents and families for their continued support, and our front desk team for organizing and managing every detail with care and dedication. To every student who performed, you inspired us, and we’re so proud of you. Thank you for making this year’s Summer Recitals truly unforgettable.
Here’s to a summer full of music, memories, and continued growth
Mark Your Calendar
Summer Recitals – June 14th, 15th, and 21st, 22nd
Canada Day – July 1st CLOSED
Bring a Friend Week – July 14th – 20th
Golden Kids Festival – August 16th
Chamber Group Workshop and Show – August 23
Summer Break – August 28th – September 1st CLOSED
"🎉 Share the MFAA Experience – Bring a Friend for a Free Lesson!"
We’re excited to invite you to Bring a Friend Week, happening from July 14th to 20th, 2025! This is your chance to share your love for music and the wonderful experience at Mississauga Fine Arts Academy with a friend.
How to Participate:
Bring your friend to your lesson, or pick up an invitation at the front desk.
Your friend can book one free lesson on any instrument by appointment.
Both you and your friend will be entered into our BIG Prize Draw, held quarterly!
Earn Rewards:
$25 Gift Card for every friend who signs up for recurring lessons.
Your friend will enjoy FREE registration (a $25 value!).
Plus, enjoy free snacks and refreshments throughout Bring a Friend Week!
Who Can Participate?
You don’t have to be a current student to refer a friend—this opportunity is open to everyone!
How to Get Started:
Call or text us at 905-276-0251
Email us at info@mississaugafineartsacademy.com
Fill out our simple form HERE and mention “Bring a Friend Week” to book a session.
Classes are by appointment only, so reserve your spot soon!
It’s a fantastic way to share the joy of music and introduce someone new to the MFAA community. We can’t wait to meet your friends and make music together!
See you at Bring a Friend Week!
Celebrating Our May & June RCM Exam Achievements
From Practice to Performance: RCM Achievements Revealed
At Mississauga Fine Arts Academy, we are proud to celebrate the dedication and accomplishments of our students. Throughout May and June, many of our talented musicians successfully completed their Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) exams—a true reflection of their commitment to musical excellence.
The RCM program is a prestigious and comprehensive curriculum that develops technical skill, musical expression, and a deep understanding of one’s instrument. Preparing for these exams takes focus, perseverance, and expert instruction, and we are excited to share and recognize the outstanding results achieved by our students this exam season:
June 2025
Manas R. – Piano, RCM Level 1 – 85% First Class Honor (Teacher Ms. Anastasiya)
Akash G. – Violin, RCM Level 3 – 74% Honor (Teacher: Mr. Anastasiya )
Dunamis F. – Piano, RCM Level 2 – 78% Honor (Teacher: Ms. Lesley)
Ebun F. – Piano, RCM Level 1 – 85% First Class Honor (Teacher: Ms. Tao)
Estelle D. – Piano, RCM Level 3 – 72% Honor (Teacher: Ms. Stella)
Tanishi K.- Piano, RCM Level 4 – 74% Honor (Teacher: Ms. Mariana)
Evangeline D. – Viloin, RCM Level 5 – 64% Pass (Teacher: Ms. Vira)
Aarav B. – Piano, RCM Level 4 – 84% First Class Honor ( Teacher Mr. Robert)
May 2025
Jacob F. – Piano, RCM Level 5 – 80% First Class Honor (Teacher Ms. Carrie)
Ashley F. – Piano, RCM Level 5 – 67% Pass (Teacher Ms. Carrie)
Elizabeth L. _Piano, RCM Level – 74% Honor (Teacher Ms. Carrie)
Andrej D. – Theory, RCM Level 7 – 89% First Class Honor (Techer Ms. Lesya)
Andrej D. – Piano, RCM Level 7 – 68% Pass (Techer Ms. Lesya)
Ruisheng L. – Piano, RCM Level 3 – 81% First Class Honor (Teacher: Ms. Lesya)
Rohan J. – Piano, RCM Level 2 – 88% First Class Honor (Teacher: Ms. Lesya)
Aarush S. – Piano, RCM Level 4 – 74% Honor (Teacher: Ms. Lesya)
Aarav B. – Piano, RCM Level 4 – 84% First Class Honor (Teacher: Mr. Robert)
These achievements are a testament to our students’ hard work and the consistent encouragement from their teachers and families. RCM exams push students to sharpen their technique, enhance their musical expression, and expand their understanding of music theory -all essential steps in their development as musicians.
Congratulations to all our students! Keep striving for excellence – we can’t wait to see where your musical journey leads next!
🌟 Come See Our Young Stars Perform at the Golden Kids Festival!
The Golden Kids Festival is back, and we’re excited to invite you to a special performance by the MFAA Chamber Strings on Saturday, August 23rd!
Our talented students will be performing live at the event—stay tuned for the exact performance time. You won’t want to miss the chance to see them showcase their hard work and musical talents!
The festival runs from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM and is a free, family-friendly event filled with fun and entertainment for all ages, including:
- Bouncy castle
- Face painting
- Balloon twisting
- Cotton candy
- Live music
- And many more exciting activities!
Location:
Golden Square Centre
1177 Central Parkway West
Mississauga, ON L5C 4P3
(That’s the plaza right next door to the Academy!)
We’d love to see you there to support our young musicians and enjoy a festive evening with the community
Explore the Edge of Music: Chamber Strings Workshop August 16
Chamber String Group Workshop & Show – Save the Date!
August 16th, 2025
Time & location to be announced
Get ready for one of the most creative and experimental events of the year! Our Chamber String Group will present a workshop and performance centred around the theme “New Music and Original Soundscape.”
This unique experience will feature original student compositions, classical works reimagined, and inventive sound experiments using prepared instruments—think paper clips, elastics, and more!
From warm-up improvisations to live demonstrations of extended techniques, audience members will be invited into the full creative process of building a performance from the ground up. It’s a showcase of imagination, collaboration, and musical exploration like no other.
Stay tuned for more details—and mark your calendars!
Student of The Month
Congratulations to An, our Student of the Month! An has been taking piano lessons at Mississauga Fine Arts Academy since February 2023 and studies with Mr. Michael. Her dedication, steady progress, and love for music truly stand out.
Let’s hear what Mr. Michael says about An’s progress:
“An has shown significant progress with a piece she’s been preparing for recital that has been challenging for her for a while. I congratulate her for her perseverance, dedication, and for being self-motivated.” – Mr. Michael
We also asked An a few questions. Here are her answers.
What instrument(s) do you play? – I play the piano.
How long have you been taking lessons? – I have been playing the piano for 2.5 years.
What is your favourite song to play? – I like to play “Into the Waves” by Linda Niamath.
What is your favourite food? – I like eating noodles.
What is your favourite thing you’ve learned in class recently? – My favourite thing about my lesson is that I get to play the piano.
What is your favourite colour? – My favourite colours are yellow and green.
Congratulations, An, on this well-deserved recognition! Keep reaching for new musical heights!
Musical Ladder Achievements
Welcome New and Returning Students in June!
Aurelia R
Chloe M
Hannah M
Aniya D
Kumarini De S
Christina V
Albert C
Hugo M
Ridhi R
Luca R
Kaleia S
Emma L
Vivek Reddy C
Mohith Reddy C
Nischal C
Vihana Anusuya N
Adith P
Shanaya S
Evita W
Naomi Eunice F
Kathy W
Sophia V
Macquinn V
Akila R
Kemi O
Nathan O
Cameron L
Fatima K
Aarav A
Youssef El K
Astor A
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 July, 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
Aaron T.: Only TWO spots left
Abi A.: Only ONE spot left
Enoch L: All Days SOLD OUT
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 TWO spots left
Bass
Abi A: All Days SOLD OUT
Enoch L: All Days SOLD OUT
Owen B.: Only ONE spot left
Max M.: All Days SOLD OUT
Michael G.: All Days SOLD OUT
Violin
Anna B.: Only TWO spots left
Abigail H.: All Days SOLD OUT
Anastasiya B: All Days SOLD OUT
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
Kryslyne A.: 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
Amjad A.: All Days SOLD OUT
Angela W.: All Days SOLD OUT
Anna B.: Only TWO spots left
Ashiya S.: Only TWO spots left
Carrie C: All Days SOLD OUT
Daniel K: Only TWO spots left
Enoch L: All Days SOLD OUT
Geoff M.: All Days SOLD OUT
Ivica B: All Days SOLD OUT
John Carlo (JC) A.: Only TWO spots left
Lesley L: Only TWO spots left
Lesya K.: All Days SOLD OUT
Mariana C.: All Days SOLD OUT
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
Oksana I: Only TWO spots left
Olivia Y.: All Days SOLD OUT
Owen B.: All Days SOLD OUT
Noah C: All Days SOLD OUT
Robert M.: All Days SOLD OUT
Sam L.: All Days SOLD OUT
Stella L.: All Days SOLD OUT
Tao Z.: Only TWO spots left
Terri E.: ONly TWO spots left
Vira B.: All Days SOLD OUT
Voice
Abi A.: All Days SOLD OUT
Abigail H.: Only TWO spots left
André R.: Only ONE spot left
Emily M: Only TWO spots left
Ivica B: All Days SOLD OUT
Kryslyne A.: Only ONE spot left
Miguel R.: 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.: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Noah C.: Tuesday
Drums
Glenn M.: Only ONE spot left
John Carlo (JC) A.: Only TWO spots left
Noah C.: All Days SOLD OUT
Cello
Abigail H.: All Days SOLD OUT
Angela W.: All Days SOLD OUT
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 THREE spots left
Brass
André R.: All Days SOLD OUT
Zoë S.: Only TWO spots left
