Piano Lessons
Kenton offers lessons for students in Nanaimo, B.C. or online using Google Meets or Zoom. As a composer and arranger, Kenton spends time at the piano daily, bringing that expertise into every lesson. Students will develop real-world skills, including reading chord charts, comping (playing chords) in a band setting, and improvising solos and chord voicings with confidence. Whether you’re playing piano for the first time, joining elementary or high school band soon, or a professional learning to improvise over any chord progression, Kenton will help you grow as a confident, expressive player.
Studio Environment
Lessons take place in a comfortable, welcoming studio space. The atmosphere is relaxed and encouraging, helping students feel confident as they develop their musicianship. Online students receive clear camera angles, shared lesson notes, and digital resources to support effective learning from home.
What You’ll Learn:
Students receive a balanced, comprehensive musical foundation, with an approach that adapts to individual interests. Lessons may include:
Technique & Musicianship
Posture, tone production, finger/hand independence and strengthening
Ear training
Rhythm reading
Melody, phrasing, and embellishments
Repertoire & Creativity
Styles you enjoy (for example: Jazz, R&B, pop, rock, classical, contemporary approaches, etc.)
Improvisation
Composition
Chords & harmony
Lesson Structure & Format
Lessons are designed to be flexible, accessible, and enjoyable.
Lesson lengths: 30 minutes ($40), 45 minutes ($60) or 60 minutes ($75)
In-person lessons in Nanaimo
Online lessons available for students outside the area (via Google Meet — no paid membership required)
Frequency: Weekly recommended; biweekly scheduling may be accommodated on a limited basis
Teaching approach: Supportive, goal-based, and adaptable to each student’s learning style
Materials: Method books, repertoire collections, lead sheets, creative exercises, and personalized resources focused on essential piano technique
Who These Lessons Are For
Piano lessons are open to:
Complete beginners
Students ages 9 and up for in-person lessons; teens and adults are ideal for online lessons
Adults returning to piano after years away
Children and teens starting music for the first time
Intermediate players wanting to strengthen technique or musicianship
Casual learners who want to explore music in a low-pressure environment
Classical pianists who are looking to deepen their understanding of jazz or other genres
Singers who wish to accompany themselves at the piano