Frequently Asked Questions

• Musical education - has the teacher successfully completed certification in their area of musical expertise?

• Level of experience - Have they taught students at your level?

• Personality - Do you (and/or your child) get along with the teacher?

• Studio atmosphere - Is the teacher’s studio neat and inviting? Free of distractions?

• Type of program offered - Does the teacher provide instruction in the style of music you’re interested in? Do they offer preparation for exams, festivals, and recitals? What is their expectation for practicing?

As stated in the Ontario Education Act, R.S.O. 1990 (Part II - School attendance, Section 21, 2(e):

“A Person is excused from attendance at school if the person is absent from the school for the purpose of receiving instruction in music and the period of absence does not exceed one-half day in any week.”

 Parents wishing this privilege for their children are advised to discuss this matter with their children’s school teachers and principal. The ORMTA is proud to have been a driving force behind obtaining this privilege.

Yes! In Ontario, completing certain levels of practical and theory music exams can earn students Grade 11 and Grade 12 high school music credits. Please click here for more information. Section 7.3.4 "Programs in Music Taken outside of School" provides general info and details about which certificates are accepted.