April
NEWSLETTER
This month, we’re celebrating this superstar from our Intro to Music class! (Check out the video!)
He has been having so much fun learning music, and in the video, he’s showing off his skills on the handbells.
He shows up ready to play, practices with focus, and always gives his best.
What makes him truly special isn’t perfection — it’s his persistence, his joy in learning, and the way he keeps having fun with every lesson.
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🎶 Get Ready for Our Annual Recital – Saturday, June 20th! 🎉
We’re so excited for our upcoming Annual Recital! By now, everyone should have received an email with recital details. Here’s a quick update and a few important notes:
Why participate?
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Parents: Enrolling your children in the recital gives them a chance to shine, celebrate their progress, and experience performing in front of an audience.
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Students of all ages: Participating is a wonderful way to practice, perform, and gain confidence. The sooner students register, the more time we’ll have to select, practice, and perfect recital songs — all while keeping everyone on track with their music curriculum.
Registration & Fees:
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Recital registration is $30 per family (this includes parents and siblings of students).
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Additional guests are welcome at an admission of $5 each.
We can’t wait to celebrate the amazing progress and talents of our students — it’s going to be a joyful day of music and fun! 🎵
Please note that the school will be closed only on Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
The school will be open on Monday, April 6th, but we’ll be flexible. If you’d like to opt out for a make-up, please reply to this message to let us know. make-up, please send a message to let us know. Thank you!
Commonly Asked Questions?
1️⃣ How long will it take before I (or my child) can actually play a song?
Most students can play a simple song within the first 4–8 weeks with consistent practice.
2️⃣ Is my child too young to start?
If they can follow simple instructions and focus for short periods (even 5–10 minutes), they’re ready. We also offer foundational programs to prepare younger learners.
3️⃣ How long should we commit before deciding if it's working?
If they can follow simple Music is like learning to read — you wouldn’t stop after a few weeks because it feels hard. Stay committed, stay in communication with the teacher, and trust the process. Progress comes with consistency.
5️⃣ Is it too late for me to start as an adult??
It’s never too late. Adults often progress quickly because they’re self-motivated and understand structure.
📝 Celebrating Parent & Student Businesses!
One of the things we truly value and want to continue to grow at Next Level Music Centre is community - supporting one another and helping to uplift each other beyond the lesson room.
Just as you support Next Level Music Centre, we would love to support you. Many of our parents and students own or run businesses, and we want to create space to highlight and celebrate those within our community. To do this, we are introducing a dedicated section in our newsletter to feature parent- and student-owned businesses - at the low cost of FREE
Please note: while we are happy to help bring awareness to these businesses, Next Level Music Centre is not responsible for any business practices, services, or outcomes. As always, engagement will be at the consumer’s discretion - proceed at your own risk. Our goal is simply to shine a light on the incredible people within our community.
If this is something you’re interested in, please send an email and we will reply with a form to be filled out.
We’re excited to continue building a supportive and connected community together!
🎤 Children & Youth Choir (Sundays 4-5pm)
Our Choir Program for Children and Youth has been going exceptionally well!
Sunday, March 29th was a fantastic practice — the students were engaged, having fun, and really making music together. Check out this clip of our vocal warm-ups to see the excitement in action!
We’re still welcoming Next Level Music Centre students to join up until Sunday, April 12. This gives new choir members plenty of time to learn the repertoire and participate in the June Recital with the choir.
It’s a wonderful opportunity to perform, build confidence, and be part of a supportive musical community.
Registration Details:
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Monthly fee: $75
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Special rate for existing students and their family members: $50/month
We can’t wait to sing with you and see the choir continue to shine! 🎵
💛 A Note to Our Parents 💛
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We’ve been absolutely loving our Intro to Music program and watching our youngest students engage, explore, and enjoy music in such a fun and meaningful way.
We know many of our families have siblings, and sometimes it can feel like some children are too young to get involved in music — but this program is a wonderful introduction to their musical journey.
Through play, movement, and age-appropriate activities, students are building a strong foundation while developing a love for music from the very beginning. It’s been such a joy to see their curiosity and confidence grow!
If you have younger children at home who may be ready to explore, we’d love to chat.
Feel free to speak with Cheryce or Nadia about arranging a trial class — it’s a great way to see if the program is the right fit.
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From the Next Level Desk
Progess Doesn't Happen Overnight!!
Dear Parents and Students,
Just a little note from the Next Level desk to say how proud we are of each of you. Every time you walk through the doors, try something new, practice a little more, or push past something that feels hard — that matters.
Remember, progress doesn’t happen overnight. It happens in small, consistent steps. Keep showing up. Keep practicing. Keep believing that you’re growing (even when you don’t feel it yet!).
We see your effort. We celebrate your wins. And we’re cheering you on every step of the way.
Keep going — you’re building something special.