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Marjory Purdy
Piano Studio
lessons available in-person, online, and hybrid

About

Marjory teaches piano lessons at her home studio (Port Coquitlam) and at Place des Arts (Coquitlam). She loves working with all levels from the very young beginner to the advanced piano student. At Place des Arts, she supervises several junior teachers in addition to teaching pedagogy classes to both new and established teachers. She adjudicates music festivals throughout British Columbia, and she is an examiner for Conservatory Canada. As a clinician, she presents masterclasses and workshops to teachers and students on various topics. 

Marjory considers the benefits of music education immeasurable for a child's emotional, social, and intellectual development. In her teaching, she encourages and challenges students to strive towards excellence within a kind and supportive environment. She believes everyone has an artist within, and she aspires to guide students on their journey of learning and discovery. 

Marjory’s students have been accepted into top music programs including the University of British Columbia, the University of Victoria, and the University of Toronto. They are recipients of numerous local, provincial, and national awards from festivals, the British Columbia Registered Music Teachers Association, and Conservatory Canada; but what Marjory values most is helping students master the things they thought were impossible, and the privilege of sharing time with children as they grow up.

Specialties

  • Piano lessons for the very young beginner

  • Online lessons

  • Exam preparation for all levels for Royal Conservatory of Music and Conservatory Canada 

  • Preparation for university auditions and festivals

  • Professional development for teachers

  • Pedagogy for new and established teachers

Education 

Marjory began piano lessons at the age of four with her mother, Margaret Purdy. She later continued her studies with Helen Dahlstrom, Robin Wood, Winifred Scott Wood, and William Goldenberg. 

Her education includes:

  • ARCT from the Royal Conservatory of Music (Performer’s and Teacher’s)

  • AVCM from the Victoria Conservatory of Music (Performer’s and Teacher’s)

  • Bachelor of Music Degree from the University of Victoria

  • Master of Music Degree from Northern Illinois University 

  • Performer’s Certificate from Northern Illinois University

She also studied collaborative piano at the doctorate level with Martin Katz at the University of Michigan and participated in summer programs and master classes in Canada, the United States, and Europe.

Marjory is an active member of the Coquitlam/Maple Ridge Branch of the British Columbia Music Teachers Association and a committee member of the North Fraser Music Festival. 

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TESTIMONIALS

 

My family has had the privilege of being piano music and theory students of Marjory Purdy for more than seven years.

 

Marjory is a tremendously talented teacher who brings a lifetime of experience, knowledge, and resources to her work. I am continuously impressed by her ability to understand, communicate with, and motivate students of all ages, from the youngest fidgety child to the mature adult.  

She has a wide range of teaching strategies and techniques and can adapt them appropriately to every type of situation, all with warmth, humour, patience and compassion for each unique student. I have been in awe of her expertise in piano history, composition, and performance, and how she uses her razor-sharp mind and memory to instantly pull out relevant facts and resources.

Marjory is also respected leader in the music community and contributes to well-recognized local and national organizations, with roles in decision-making, mentoring, performance and adjudication.

She is a consummate professional who has successfully adapted to every challenge that has come along, including converting to all the technology and requirements of online teaching, exams and performances.  She unfailingly rises to challenges with competence, positivity and grace, and creates a new situation that is even better than before.  

As a business administrator, she is highly organized and reliable, and keeps administrative matters simple and straightforward.  Very importantly, she communicates superbly and clearly with parents, so we are always informed and up to date. 

I can unreservedly recommend Marjory Purdy’s Piano Studio to any family seeking the very best learning experience for their child, both in music and more.  When you spend time with Marjory, you are enriched far beyond music at the keyboard - you are enriched in development as a person and in life. 

The Caron Family

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Marjory Purdy

ARCT, AVCM, BMus, MMus

Performer's Certificate

marjorypurdy@shaw.ca

604-218-4499

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