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Abbotsford
Natalie Herle
Owner, Founder
Guitar, Ukulele, Piano, Voice, Drums
BA Interdisciplinary music studies [Berklee College of Music], ECC intro to Suzuki, L1 Kodaly, MT Early Childhood certificate
Waitlist
Pricing
Teaches from her home
Natalie began notable music achievements at age 17 - when she was sponsored by the Blues Society to represent BC in the International Blues Challenge held in Memphis. Following that she earned a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Music Studies from Berklee College of Music. She has a deep interest in music education and began teaching at a local art's school at age 20. 4 years later she started her own studio "Music with Miss Natalie" where she was voted "Abbotsford's Favourite Music Teacher" by the Abbotsford News. 2 years later, she decided to expand. Natalie is now the owner and founder of Natural Music who pioneered the guiding principles for all Natural Music teachers. Aside from teaching, she enjoys playing at local venues both solo and with a band. She won the "Excellence by a Female Artist" Award at the 2022 FVMA's. To this day she thoroughly enjoys working with children and fostering their love for music.
Michelle
Voice, Piano, Woodwind, Brass, Percussion
BA of Education [UBC], BA of Arts [Trinity Western]
Pricing
Teaches from her home
Travels to You
Michelle is a teacher at heart and her first love is music. She holds a BC Teacher’s Certificate and taught high school choir and band for years. She has a BA in Music (vocal major) and minor in Education from Trinity Western University, and a BEd from UBC. She can teach piano, voice, woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Musical experiences from around the world have enriched her range of style, and she creatively draws students into the journey of being the best musician and singer they can be.
Music has always been a huge part of her life, some highlights include: The Vancouver Bach choir ,Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, Directing the African Children's Choir while traveling the USA, teaching high school choir and band in White Rock, travelling with several performance groups, playing trombone in a jazz band, singing and soloing with various Gospel choirs in Canada and the US, recording projects, singing & dancing with Africans in Rwanda, Burundi, Kenya and Uganda and leading worship teams. She enjoys writing songs and collaborating with others.
Singers are musicians who carry their unseen instrument with them. She believes singing is about your whole being - body, mind, spirit. A great singer has all 3 working together in flawless harmony. Michelle will clearly break down the steps to make this your vocal reality. Michelle loves teaching beginning to intermediate piano/keyboard to all ages (Including adults!) If your goal is to sing and accompany yourself on piano, she is the teacher for you! She believes that learning the language of music is actually easier and much more fun than many people expect!
Abigail
Piano
RCM L.8
Pricing
Travels to You
Abigail has been playing piano for nine years and singing for eight. She loves music and has completed Royal Conservatory Level 8. She has accompanied for Pacific Voices as well as Abbotsford Youth Orchestra‘s younger groups. She loves to share her passion for all things music, piano, and voice with children through clear, fun and creative teaching, meant to motivate and inspire!
Devon
Tobias
Piano
RCM L.10
Pricing
Travels to You
Teaches from his home
Tobias began playing piano at age four where he instantly found a connection with the instrument. During the last thirteen years, while improving his musical skills, he has had the opportunity to perform with local ensembles such as the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra and the Fraser Valley Children's Chorus. In 2024, he completed his Level 10 RCM examination for piano with honours. He is currently studying at the University of the Fraser Valley where he is working towards degrees in economics and business administration. In the past four years, Tobias worked as a teaching assistant at Bakerview Music Academy, a non-profit organization that provides free music education to school-aged children in Abbotsford. He enjoys working with kids to help them explore music and reach their goals while gaining confidence and developing a life-long love of learning!
Guitar, Ukulele, Piano
Pricing
Travels to You
Teaches from his home
Devon was born and raised in the B.C. lower mainland and grew up surrounded by music. His parents bought a piano in hopes that him, or one of his siblings, would be drawn to it. Devon immediately took an interest and began discovering the world of music in a whole new way.
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Devon spent a large part of his childhood in choir with his older brother, competing in various places like Alaska, Oregon, and Great Britain. Through choir, he fell in love with harmonies and started hearing the world a different way.
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He then wanted to uncover the secrets of music theory. Despite not having access to piano lessons, he had observed enough from his choir instructors to navigate the first few steps. The piano helped him learn theory and to compose original music.
By the time he got to high school, he had picked up the guitar as well. In addition to his school offering a guitar program, he was able to translate what he knew from piano to the guitar. Later in high school, he was thrilled to join a Rock Band program. The teacher was a huge influence on him wanting to start a band. Upon graduating, he started a band that played several local shows, recorded demos, and had a memorable time writing music and performing on stage.
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Devon continues to write and record music on his own and with a band. He's learned his way around the Ukulele. He is intrigued by how different each instrument sounds and makes one feel.
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Now, he wants to share his knowledge and experience to up-and-coming musicians who have that same spark within them. He wants to help students learn the language of music and find their unique sound!
Surrey/Langley
Max
Guitar, Ukulele
Pricing
Travels to You
Teaches from his home
Max is a guitarist, vocalist, and music educator based in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. Originally from Mexico City, Max brings a diverse musical background influenced by rock, blues, and Latin music. He has been playing guitar for several years and has performed at various live events, including City of Surrey showcases and the Shipyards Night Market in North Vancouver.
Max has experience working with children and youth through his role as a swim instructor, teaching students aged 4 to 17, as well as mentoring young musicians through youth music programs like Fusion Presents’ Basement 2 Stage. These experiences have developed him patience, adaptability, and a strong ability to connect with students of all ages.
He is currently studying Music Therapy at Douglas College, where he continues to expand his understanding of music and teaching methods.
Max is passionate about helping students discover their love for music in a fun and engaging environment. His goal as a teacher is to build confidence, creativity, and strong musical foundations while keeping lessons enjoyable and personalized to each student's needs.
Burnaby
Zac
Guitar,Piano,Drums
Pricing
Travels to You
Zac has 20 years experience composing and performing live at concerts and festivals around western Canada. Some highlights include performing at the FUSE festival, Revival festival and Fox Theatre.
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Throughout his years playing, writing, and recording music, he's always wanted to help young people learn. He enjoys looking for opportunities to engage students and hopes they experience the joy and creativity that learning an instrument can offer.
Chilliwack
Devon
Guitar, Ukulele, Piano
Pricing
Travels to You
Teaches from his home
Devon was born and raised in the B.C. lower mainland and grew up surrounded by music. His parents bought a piano in hopes that him, or one of his siblings, would be drawn to it. Devon immediately took an interest and began discovering the world of music in a whole new way.
​
Devon spent a large part of his childhood in choir with his older brother, competing in various places like Alaska, Oregon, and Great Britain. Through choir, he fell in love with harmonies and started hearing the world a different way.
​
He then wanted to uncover the secrets of music theory. Despite not having access to piano lessons, he had observed enough from his choir instructors to navigate the first few steps. The piano helped him learn theory and to compose original music.
By the time he got to high school, he had picked up the guitar as well. In addition to his school offering a guitar program, he was able to translate what he knew from piano to the guitar. Later in high school, he was thrilled to join a Rock Band program. The teacher was a huge influence on him wanting to start a band. Upon graduating, he started a band that played several local shows, recorded demos, and had a memorable time writing music and performing on stage.
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Devon continues to write and record music on his own and with a band. He's learned his way around the Ukulele. He is intrigued by how different each instrument sounds and makes one feel.
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Now, he wants to share his knowledge and experience to up-and-coming musicians who have that same spark within them. He wants to help students learn the language of music and find their unique sound!
