Viola Lessons

The viola is also known as a larger violin or a smaller cello. The students shall enjoy learning this unique instrument while receiving the benefit of reading both violin and cello sheet music.

NTIM Instructors

Jane Woods

Jane graduated from University of Toronto with a Bachelors degree in music performance. Since then she has worked as a freelance violinist with various classical and pop ensembles from string quartets to Canadian Idol, and has taught students young and old. Jane grew up in a musical household where she was surrounded by the great […]

Sheila Smyth

Sheila Smyth is a busy performer with many ensembles, both Baroque and modern, on violin, viola, and treble viola da gamba. She holds a Bachelor of Music in Performance degree from the University of Toronto. Sheila has performed with many early music ensembles in and around Toronto, including Tafelmusik, Aradia and Musicians in Ordinary, and […]

Valerie Sylvester

Valerie Sylvester received her Master’s Degree in violin performance from the Mannes School of Music in New York after completing undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto. She revels in an eclectic musical career, playing not only classical and modern violin, but also Baroque violin, viola, and bass viola da gamba. Valerie is concertmaster of […]

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We moved our three kids to North Toronto Institute of Music and saw their piano playing improve by leaps and bounds. Mary Kenedi was able to capture their interest and help them move forward. Her own skill with the piano and knowledge about music and music history inspires them to explore and push themselves.The format of the recitals makes them enjoyable and the more advanced students inspire all of us. We are happy parents indeed.

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Sheila Smyth

Valerie Sylvester

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