Denise Killick Music Studio

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Denise Killick Music Studio I am a home based music studio and teach violin, viola, and piano. I teach all ages , levels and methods, including exams with the Royal Conservatory of Music.

People of all ages often come to me saying they have always wanted to learn violin but it looks too hard. With the right instruction and proper practicing techniques we can get everyone playing quickly and sounding good! My studio is about enjoying the experience so I incorporate all styles of music into my lessons. These include classical, pop, rock, jazz, folk, and fiddle. If you find some music you love, bring it to me and we will work on it together. I also prepare any interested students for the Royal Conservatory of Music exams as well as festivals, concerts, etc. Accepting students of all ages and levels. Specialty also in young beginners.

* BC Registered Music Teacher
* Bachelor of Music from UBC
* Bachelor of Education from UBC
* Music Teacher in both the public and private school systems
* 25 years of teaching experience.
* ARCT Performance and Teaching
* Winner of many festivals and competitions.
* Professional musician performing in Orchestras, Musicals, Operas, Weddings, etc.

Don’t give up!
03/20/2026

Don’t give up!

My students can relate….
11/05/2025

My students can relate….

Of course it will... 😄

10/25/2025

Sun, Nov 2 at 2pm at the Orpheum

09/28/2025
09/27/2025

Funny.....thanks to NPR Classical for sharing.....♫

09/15/2025
08/30/2025

✨ SEPTEMBER OPEN HOUSES! ✨

Are you curious about our programs? Join us for a free Open House this September! You’ll learn a new fiddle tune, meet our instructors, and experience the vibrant community that makes The Celtic Ensemble so special.

✨Community Open House – Tuesday, September 9 ✨
📍 Silver Harbour Centre, North Vancouver
🎻Folkestra (all ages & instruments, adults welcome!) → 7–9pm

✨Youth Open House – Wednesday, September 17 ✨
📍 Highlands United Church, North Vancouver
🎻Fiddlesticks (ages 5–12) → 5–6pm
For young musicians who can already play a simple scale and hold their instrument with confidence
🎻Strings & Things (ages 8+, 1+ year experience) → 6–7:15pm
🎻Bowline Fiddlers (auditioned ensemble) → 6–7:30pm

07/23/2025
07/08/2025

MIT Says Music — Not Coding — Might Be the Key to Raising Smarter Kids 🎻🧠

Debating whether to enroll your child in **piano lessons or coding camp**? New MIT research might surprise you.

The study found that **learning to code** mainly activates **general-purpose brain areas** tied to logic and problem-solving — useful, yes, but limited.

**Music**, on the other hand, lights up the brain in more profound ways. Playing an instrument from a young age strengthens brain **regions tied to language, memory, and executive function** — and here’s the kicker: those benefits **last a lifetime**, even if the child stops playing later on.

While coding builds skills for today’s jobs, **music may shape a more flexible, resilient, and intelligent brain** for life.

🎹 Bottom line? **Music isn’t just an art — it’s brain food.**

07/08/2025

North Shore Celtic EnsembleOur auditioned flagship ensemble for advanced young musicians who are ready to perform at a semi-professional level. 2x weekly 2-hour rehearsals2 overnight retreats~15 performances (theatres, folk festivals, community events)Participation in the West Coast Youth Fiddle Su...

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3142 Lonsdale Avenue
North Vancouver, BC
V7N3J8

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+16049856604

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