Liz Craig

I offer a student centered, goal based curriculum that is primarily concerned with developing musical literacy within each student. My goal is that my students feel confident interpreting, creating and performing. To achieve this, we look at a wide variety of pieces as well as explore improvisation, arranging and composition at the piano. Students are encouraged to perform at a variety of events throughout the year to celebrate what they have accomplished as well as build confidence and performance skills. I offer preparation for RCM practical and theoretical exams, music festivals and competitions as well as opportunities for community involvement. High school students can earn credits through their participation in exams and volunteer opportunities. Some kind words: "Liz's kind and patient manner engaged and encouraged our two children Liam (15) and Sidney (14) to practice and perform on the piano. She established a relaxed rapport with both of them. She has obvious high skills and talent. Her broad range of knowledge included a more modern repertoire tailored to the children's personalities that maintained their interest and allowed them to experiment freely. The convenience of her coming to our home was greatly appreciated and she was very considerate when schedules had to be adjusted. I would highly recommend Liz. She was a pleasure to have in our home and an asset to our children's enjoyment and advancement in music." - G. Kennedy Read more at www.lizcraig.ca/teaching Bio: Liz Craig had the privilege of studying with Juilliard alumnus Dr. David Moroz at the University of Manitoba where she graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance. She holds ARCT diplomas in both piano performance and piano pedagogy. Along with her formal educational pursuits, she is keen on continued professional development. Liz travels and presents at conferences on piano pedagogy, music performance and entrepreneurship a few times a year at locations throughout Canada and the US. Liz is sought after as a piano adjudicator for music festivals throughout southern Ontario. She is a member of both the Canadian Music Festival Adjudicators’ Association and the RCM College of Examiners. She is also an active member of the Ontario Registered Music Teachers Association where she serves as President of the Central Toronto Branch. Qualifications: B.Mus in Piano Performance from the University of Manitoba ARCT Diploma in Piano Performance from the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) ARCT Diploma in Piano Pedagogy from the RCM Registered Music Teacher with the Ontario Registered Music Teachers' Association RCM Certified Teacher: Advanced Specialist Member of the RCM College of Examiners Member of the Canadian Music Festival Adjudicators' Association