Sarah Mitchell
"I believe every child has a song in them — my job is to find the keys that unlock it."
About Sarah
I've been teaching piano in WinnipegCalgary for 12 years, after completing my Bachelor of Music at the University of ManitobaCalgary. I specialize in beginner through RCM Grade 6 students — that critical foundation phase where habits, posture, and a love of practice all get formed.
My studio is recital-focused. Every spring my students perform at our group recital at St. John's CathedralKnox United Church, and I prepare students for the Manitoba Music Festival and RCM exams every year. I'm also one of the RCM's official examiners for our region, which means I see what the standards actually look like at every grade.
Lessons are 30 minutes for beginners (ages 5–8), 45 minutes for intermediate students, and 60 minutes for serious exam-prep students. I currently have 2 in-home lesson slots and 4 studio slots available.
Service areas
Credentials & experience
| Teaching since | 2014 · 12 years experience |
|---|---|
| Education | Bachelor of Music (Piano Performance), University of ManitobaCalgary, 2013 |
| Certifications | RCM Examiner (2019), Suzuki Method Book 1–4 certified, First Aid & CPR current |
| Memberships | Manitoba Registered Music Teachers' Association (MRMTA)Alberta Registered Music Teachers' Association (ARMTA) |
| Languages | English (native) |
| Levels taught | Beginner through RCM Grade 6 · Ages 5–14 (occasional adult beginner) |
Location
Exact studio address shared after first message. Lessons in-home throughout WinnipegCalgary.
Based on 24 verified reviews
Sarah has been teaching my daughter for two years and the progress is incredible. She passed RCM 3 last June with First Class Honours and is genuinely excited for her lessons every week. Sarah is firm but kind, and the recital prep is excellent. Highly recommend.
My son is 6 and Sarah was so patient with him through the "I don't want to practice" phase. Now he sits down voluntarily to play "for fun." That's the win. Her in-home rate is fair for what she brings.
Excellent teacher. My daughter went from never having touched a piano to playing her first festival piece in one season. Sarah's recital event in the spring is genuinely lovely — well-organized, supportive of all skill levels.
Lesson formats & pricing
| 30-min beginner (ages 5–8) | $32 per lesson · weekly · in-home or studio |
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| 45-min intermediate (RCM 1–4) | $45 per lesson · weekly · in-home or studio |
| 60-min advanced (RCM 5–6, exam prep) | $60 per lesson · weekly · studio preferred |
| Trial lesson | $25 for a 30-min first lesson — money refunded if you book a regular spot |
Availability (next 30 days)
Sarah has 2 in-home slots and 4 studio slots currently open. Studio lessons are Tuesday–Thursday afternoons; in-home lessons are Monday and Friday afternoons.
Use the contact form on the right to ask about her current availability and request a trial lesson.
What's included
- Weekly 1-on-1 lesson at her studio or your home
- Monthly progress notes shared with parents
- RCM exam prep at no extra cost (exam fees paid separately to RCM)
- Spring recital performance opportunity (free; mandatory)
- Method books and sheet music charged at cost
Contact options
The fastest way to reach Sarah is through the Inquire form on the right.
If you'd prefer to call or email directly, those details appear after you send your first message (Sarah verifies inquiries to protect against spam).