Eleanor Gummer is the founder and director of Whitby School of Music. Eleanor holds both Bachelor and Master’s degrees in performance as well as FTCL, LTCL, and ARCT diplomas. Eleanor is active as an examiner and adjudicator as well as the co-author of the Pianokids® series and author of Violinkids® and Guitarkids®. Many of her students have been winners in local competitions as well as at the Provincial level. A number of her former students have pursued careers in music and as teachers in the school system. Mrs Gummer teaches advanced piano and all levels of theory.

 

Sharon T has been a teacher at Whitby School of Music for over 10 years. Sharon holds both Bachelor and Master’s degrees in vocal performance/pedagogy. Her students have gone on to win at the Provincial level and many have pursued careers in the music field. One of her former students is now staring in a production on Broadway in New York. Sharon teaches voice, piano and guitar.

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Michael Y has been at Whitby School of Music for over 10 years. Michael holds Bachelor and Master’s degrees in voice and can be found singing in the Canadian Opera Chorus. Michael has an extensive background in performance in many genres, from opera to singing back-up for Supertramp. Michael teaches voice and piano.

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Mary C has been teaching piano in Whitby for over 30 years and is a patient and kind teacher. Mary is also a competitive curler and coach. She has been a commentator the Title Sport Live (Streaming network). After retiring from OPG, Mary has devoted herself to teaching piano.

 

Pamina N has a Bachelor’s degree in Music and a Bachelor of Education degree. Pamina was a flute major in University but has training in all Woodwind instruments as well as piano and guitar. Pamina has extensive experience in working with children and is actively involved with MusicFest Canada. Pamina teaches all Woodwind instruments, piano and guitar.

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Raven P is an accomplished pianist and is active in the music program in her church. She enjoys working with children, specializing in teaching young children. Raven teaches piano.

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Eric L is an enthusiastic teacher, working toward his Grade 10 piano.  Eric began his piano studies at Whitby School Of Music and is now delighted to be part of the teaching team.

 

Ally J holds an Associate diploma and Licentiate in Piano Performance and has won numerous prizes in competitions. Recently she won the first prize in the ORMTA Provincial Music Writing Competition with a 12-tone version of O Canada.Her students love her enthusiasm for music.

 

Danielle P holds a Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance and is actively involved in the music community in Durham region. Her students have been the recipients of many awards in local festivals. Danielle is a versatile musician, teaching voice, piano, violin, cello and guitar.

 

Jerry C holds an Associate diploma and is a vibrant teacher. He is actively involved in his school’s music program and is an enthusiastic and motivating teacher.

 

Olivia L is working towards an Associate diploma in Piano Performance and is active in Air Cadets. She is fluent in French, Mandarin and English. Olivia is an enthusiastic and vibrant teacher.

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Freddie J has an extensive background in guitar, holding diplomas Classical as well as Rock and Pop with Trinity College, England. He has taught at several schools around the world and played in a Hard rock band as well as a Progressive Rock band. Freddie teachers guitar. 

 

David T. Is working toward his Associate diploma in Piano Performance and has won a number of competitions.. David is very involved in his school’s music program and is also a competitive swimmer.

 

Doug W. is well-known in the Ontario jazz circut. A former radio announcer, Doug's trio can be heard at various events across Ontario. Doug holds a Bachelor of Music degree and teaches all wind instruments, guitar and piano. His students appreciate his enthusiasm for teaching.

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Jessica H is an accomplished violinist and pianist. She is pursuing a Nuclear Engineering Degree and is happy to be back at WSM teaching violin and piano.

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