“Learning music isn’t just a lesson, but also a teacher-student performance.”

Violin and drum classes begin on February 2nd, 2026 and operates on given days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday @7:00pm to @9:00pm.

Book your class now through email or phone to Dr. Nusrat Mumtaz

Dr. Nusrat teaches students of all ages and levels. Her pedagogy revolves around experimentation and play. In lessons, she prepares students for performance early on by playing along with backing tracks and learning how different styles of music can blend.

Students are eligible for a free audio production from the Music Studio program depending on how well they progress in class. They also have the opportunity to join the yearly Christmas Recital and perform alongside their instructor or collaborate with other students.

  • Violin

    Students are expected to come to class with their instrument and materials ready. Here they will learn parts of the instrument, proper finger placement, and bow hold.

    Nusrat approaches violin through both Western classical and Indian classical, both diverse in methods in hopes to help the student develop more options to interpret their music.

  • Drum

    Drum lessons will use staff notation and help students develop a sense of rhythm they can follow as they play.

    After a few lessons, students will begin playing along their chosen music tracks or the instructor picks the repertoire for them.

  • Theory

    Aside from learning theory through instrumental lessons, it is a required subject for those who wish to pursue RCM examinations. Some topics include history, musical and rhythmic notation, analyzing composition, terminology, and chord structure. Lessons may be spent entirely on theory depending on the density of content.

  • Music Tracks

    After students complete a song, they are taught to perform with the music track of their choice. Completion includes memorizing their piece. Here they will develop their listening skills and enhance their rhythmic sense.

    Nusrat finds this method to be useful in helping a student’s confidence while they perform live.

Studio Policy

    • Payment is expected the first day of the month. If no payment is made, lessons cannot proceed

    • E-transfer, cash, and check are accepted

    • No refunds once the fee is deposited

    In terms of scheduling, four lessons are offered as a package per month. Each lesson ranges from 45 minutes to 1 hour long. Please contact instructor to ask more about flexibility of lessons.

    • 24 hours notice before rescheduling a lesson is needed to be qualified for a make-up lesson

    • Make-up lessons must be used within 30 days or it will expire

    • Reschedule time is given based on the instructor’s schedule

  • Occasionally, videos/clips/photos will be taken during lessons and performances and uploaded on social media platforms. If client does not want videos/clips/photos of them to be published, please notify the instructor of this matter.

    The policy also applies to the private studio in case clients wish to do the same.

  • Students are expected to:

    • Practice the material learnt in class, otherwise class time is spent on practicing

    • Come prepared with materials assigned

    • Keep in communication with instructor regarding lessons, homework etc.