Testimonials

“We are very fortunate Galen has been our daughter’s piano teacher for the past 12 years. Since she was six years old, Galen has fostered her growth as a beautiful musician and artist through his patience and positive support, and continually nurtured my daughter’s love of piano and music overall. Not only is Galen a phenomenal musician who imparts his knowledge during her lessons, but he is also a pivotal mentor to my daughter holistically, listening to her stories and concerns while she grew up. Because our daughter has done so well at the piano and has profoundly enjoyed her musical journey, we have recommended Galen to family and friends, and we strongly recommend him to any new pianist or current musician who wants to develop their skills”

– Dani Curran-Cook and Nick Cook

“Having always wanted to learn piano, I started lessons with Galen when I was in my late 40’s. Galen is a patient, encouraging and talented instructor, who I am proud to call my friend. Our lessons have not only improved my piano playing and music reading abilities, but have also taught me to be kind to myself and to celebrate learning new skills at my own pace.”

– Tammy Harrington

“Galen has been teaching my 4 children for the last 6 years. His patience, perseverance and encouragement has helped my children develop their abilities and instilled them with an appreciation for music. As a working mom with 4 children, having Galen come to the house has been extremely helpful in freeing up some driving time.”

– Brandee LeBlanc

“Galen is such an amazing piano teacher to my two children! They’ve been learning piano with him for around ten years and he’s such an encouraging and funny teacher. They have truly enjoyed their piano journey with him over the years (and I’ve heard his cute cat helps too).”

– Shilpa Lobo

Galen has been my harp teacher for 9 years. I wouldn’t take lessons from anyone else. He is very kind & patient. I am an adult student. I love playing the harp…it is one of my passions in life.

– Julie Mackenzie

I am an adult student and have been taking music theory and harp lessons from Galen for almost nine years. Galen is a true professional who is consistently reliable and provides excellent knowledgeable teaching in a supportive learning environment where he is both patient and encouraging.

Twice yearly recitals have given me an opportunity to build confidence by playing for an audience while observing the wonderful performances from his many piano students. They range from young children who are early beginners to university level students. These recitals have also afforded the opportunity to see Galen’s talent and expertise at both the piano and harp; usually performing his own arrangements. I recommend Galen to anyone looking for a music teacher for either of these instruments, music theory or composition.

– Janet Bo-Lassen

“I started lessons with Galen when I was in third grade, and I am now in my third year of university. Galen’s lessons have been a safe place for me to learn not only how to play piano and read music, but also to develop a music practice that I will carry with me throughout my life.”

– Eli Rothwell

“We enrolled our two young daughters into piano for the first time. Galen welcomed us into his home to meet him to see if it would be a good fit. It was, and after only a few months, our daughters have learned to play songs for a recital. They are certainly proud of their accomplishments. Galen connects to the kids in a fun way yet remains firm in executing the lessons. It is a perfect combination because our kids look forward to piano classes, and I am confident they will gain the knowledge and skills to play.”

– Patricia Smith

“Galen has been my kids’ piano teach for almost 7 years. He is patient and kind. He has a great sense of humour and is able to adapt to the different needs of kids. I highly recommend him!”

– Rebecca Laarz

“My children and I have been learning piano with Galen for the past four years. He is amazing! Galen is welcoming and skilled at adapting his teaching style to each one of us so everyone is successful. Thanks, Galen!”

– Melanie Price

“I’ve been working with Galen for nearly a decade and he’s an incredible piano teacher and mentor to me. He has many creative ways to approach technique, a gifted ear in correcting passages of music that need work, and is meticulous and passionate about his students’ growth. As a music teacher myself, he has really helped to strengthen my playing and shape the way I approach teaching too!”

– Lauren Blench

“We have worked with Galen for 10 years, beginning when our daughter was in elementary school and now with me, as an adult student. Galen is brilliant with music and, more specifically, with piano, as it relates to our family. He is firm in learning the foundations first. He values learning and students’ interests and is motivating while providing the boosts of confidence when needed, to keep going. He has greatly impacted our family and our enjoyment of music, and we think and speak highly of him. We are grateful for his relationship and his expertise.”

– Melanie Chestnut

“Galen’s teaching style is very comprehensive and theory-based. He also makes it fun for the learner!”

– Kirstin Barrett

My kids have been taught piano by Galen for almost 7 years. Galen has been such an amazing teacher. He is patient, very supportive, accommodating, welcoming, versatile, friendly. I would highly recommend Galen as an instructor.

– Becky Curran

I came back to piano as an adult. Galen let me set the pace that works for me, while also helping me learn. He has an incredible knowledge of music and understand what it’s like to learn an instrument as an adult. I’ve been a student of Galen for five years and I’ve enjoyed every minute.

– Krista Berezowski

I hadn’t played piano since I was 13 years old and it was quite intimidating returning to it as an adult. Galen was empathetic to this and has been such an encouragement along the way. He is an amazing teacher and I have already learned so much in the last year and a half. Galen teaches in a way that keeps me wanting to progress more and more. I really can’t say enough about him as a teacher. Anyone would be lucky to have him.

– Randi Shepansky

My daughter has been an apprentice pianist under Galen for several years. Since the beginning he has been very efficient in flawlessly teaching, knowing when to expect more and when to support, all with a good sense of humour and fun.

– Beth Podgurny

We first met Galen years ago at our church. What struck me was how elegantly he played piano. I knew I wanted him to teach that level of technique and musicality to my boys. Our 3 boys have taken lessons from him since they were 5 or 6 years old. Now they are teenagers, they have enjoyed learning a mix of classical, jazz and even video game music from Galen. I love his patience, flexibility and teaching style. He has been a perfect fit for our family. Thanks so much Galen.

– Dr. Christine Russo

Galen Noland
780-243-4137
gdnoland@shaw.ca