It is a proven fact that children who have early exposure to music will rapidly develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning. Playing a musical instrument can also build self- confidence. Do you have a child who is showing an interest in music? This is a wonderful, life-long skill to develop. The study of music enhances a person's life in so many ways. The skills acquired remain long after age or infirmity force one to give up sports and other activities. It also refines discipline and patience. Piano is a great first instrument, because it allows you to not only hear, but also see, the relationship of one note to another. At Hooper's School of Music, our instructor would love to meet you and tell you more about our music lessons in Selkirk. Contact us for more information.
Quality music education plays an important role in enhancing intellectual skills and abilities outside of music. At Hooper's School of Music, we offer holistic music education that promotes overall development. The teacher at Hooper's School of Music, has many years of experience teaching students from toddler to senior citizen and has developed programs that meet the needs of varying ages.
We offer piano recitals once to twice a year for our students. If you are interested in enrolling your child for our lessons, you may begin by filling out the contact form. We will get back to you and we can set up a meeting to see if piano lessons would be a good fit for your child.
Hooper's School of Music is located at 735 Christie Ave, in Selkirk, MB. The studio is within easy walking distance (“via Vaughan Ave. and Agnes or Annie St. ") from four Selkirk schools. For the convenience of rural students attending school in Selkirk, our instructor is open to teaching during school hours, when they may have a "spare," or at the noon hour.
“With the COVID-19 situation, I switched to online teaching, allowing the students to remain safe in their own homes. This opens the opportunity to accept new online students, and to offer lessons as usual on storm days or during illness.”

- Marilyn Hooper
"When I’m looking for a piano teacher near my house I’m grateful I found Mrs. Hooper. She is amazing, enthusiastic and very dedicated to her work. She made it very easy for my girls to learn music, complete with materials for her students to make learning fun. You can feel that she loves what she’s doing, does not mind extending her time for her students to learn as much as they could. It’s like giving 200 percent of her time and energy making sure the students are leaving the class learning everything that they should. Thank you so much for teaching our two daughters, their love for music started from you."
- Hazel
“My children have had Marilyn - Mrs. Hooper - for their music theory/piano teacher for the past 8+ years. We have been very happy with their progress, and are amazed at her energy, patience and dedication. Marilyn is a thorough teacher, firm when she needs to be and yet encouraging. I highly recommend Hooper's School of Music to anyone wanting a quality music education for their child."
- Karen K., Lockport MB
"Marilyn is a very nice and responsible piano teacher. She made sure that my daughter learnt theories and did practices to enhance my daughter's piano skills. Marilyn helped us to get all the books we needed and was always well prepared for each recital. We always had efficient communications. She loves her life and garden as well. She is a wonderful teacher to have!"
- Shumei
Our qualified instructor will help your child develop their musical talents.
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Take a look at our FAQ section to see how our dedicated teacher can help your child.
Whether you are a beginner or are preparing for level 6, let us help.
Our qualified instructor will help your child develop their musical talents.
READ OUR FAQS
Take a look at our FAQ section to see how our dedicated teacher can help your child.
Whether you are a beginner or are preparing for level 6, let us help.
Our qualified instructor will help your child develop their musical talents.
READ OUR FAQS
Take a look at our FAQ section to see how our dedicated teacher can help your child.
Whether you are a beginner or are preparing for level 6, let us help.
For most people, music plays a role in everyday life. At Hooper’s School of Music, we help nourish that love of music at an early age. After moving our school from Lockport, we are now offering music lessons in Selkirk. Marilyn Hooper is a certified teacher of elementary piano and music theory and has also taught MYC and Music Pups. Our courses range from preparatory to level 6 for piano instruction, and music theory from preparatory to level 8. We offer private and group piano and theory classes. Students participate in two recitals per year, with optional prep for the Royal Conservatory exams and festival participation. To learn more, contact Hooper’s School of Music today.
Regardless of age or ability, studying music offers many benefits. In fact, music education is more than just learning to play an instrument or reading sheet music. Studying music actually has far-reaching benefits that can impact students in all areas of their lives. Studies have shown that students who study music have improved academic skills, motor skills and social skills. Music education also teaches patience and discipline while boosting self-esteem. At Hooper's School of Music, we can help your child reach their full potential through professional music education.
Marilyn Hooper is a former elementary and junior high school teacher. Her background includes many years of private piano instruction to children and adults. She was a teacher of Music for Young Children for twenty-five years, and of Music Pups (a program for infants and toddlers) for seven years. She also regularly takes advantage of the professional development opportunities offered by the Royal Conservatory and other schools of music.
Marilyn Hooper is a certified teacher of the Ultimate Music Theory program and has successfully completed the Elementary Pedagogy Course of the Royal Conservatory of Music. Sharing her love of music with students of all ages is the main focus of her professional life.
At Hooper's School of Music, we believe that the study of music helps a child reach his/her full potential. It teaches self-discipline and order, giving a young person an advantage at school and in a future career. For this reason, many post-secondary institutions, when selecting candidates for their programs, give preference to applicants who have a music background.
We also believe that the study of music should be enjoyable, so the pieces that a student learns to play should reflect his/her interest. We do not believe in pushing a student into a repertoire that is too difficult if he/she is not ready for it. Students should learn at their own pace.
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Hooper's School of Music in Selkirk offers private piano lessons for students of all ages, focusing mainly on preparatory to level 6. Teacher, Marilyn Hooper believes that the technical aspect of playing the piano is important, so she emphasizes good posture and hand position. She also teaches all the technical requirements outlined by the Royal Conservatory of Music. If you are looking for a well-rounded music education that includes sight-reading, ear training, and theory, contact us .
At Hooper's School of Music, I encourage participation in exams but do not insist on it. A student can take some exams and skip others, while still moving forward through the levels. I also encourage festival participation when available, but do not insist on it.
I strongly encourage participation in recitals and offer two per year. A pianist is often asked to play for some events, and I feel that recitals help students learn to share their gifts with others. My students are also encouraged to learn to accompany a vocalist or choir and have the opportunity to compose their own music.
Read through the studio policies set up by the instructor- Marilyn Hooper, to get a clear picture of services offered.
Enroll for our private piano lessons to get an opportunity to participate in a piano festival.
Enroll for our private piano lessons to get an opportunity to participate in a piano festival.
Composing and making music involves more than the voice or fingers playing an instrument. A child or an adult learning about music has to tap into various skills and often simultaneously. This is why, at Hooper's School of Music, I have designed private piano lessons for students of all ages, focusing mainly on preparatory to level 6. Set up an appointment to enroll for private piano lessons in Selkirk.
Adults are usually more goal-oriented than children, so I work towards those goals. They don't often wish to perform in recitals or the festival. Hence I don't insist on it. Rather, I try to determine the type of music the person is interested in learning to play and choose a course that moves in that direction.
If you want to get a clear picture of our studio guidelines and pricing, read through the policies set up by the instructor.
Teacher, Marilyn Hooper is highly qualified and has years of experience in music education.
Teacher, Marilyn Hooper is highly qualified and has years of experience in music education.
Teacher, Marilyn Hooper is highly qualified and has years of experience in music education.
Theory is the language of music. By studying it, we improve our playing because it helps us understand what we are doing, increases our appreciation, and helps us to learn pieces more quickly. At Hooper's School of Music, I offer theory instruction to students of all ages, from preparatory to level 8, using the Ultimate Music Theory course. If you would like to enroll in music theory lessons in Selkirk, give me a call to set up an appointment .
I try to schedule the theory lessons in such a way that students can learn in a group setting. Games and video presentations enhance the learning and show students just how much fun the Ultimate Music Theory Club can be. Concept review can be done in a way that is fun, through the purchase of an app which is correlated with each lesson. Students who choose to write the Royal Conservatory theory exams are usually very successful under my guidance.
For further information about the rules and guidelines, read through the policies set up by the instructor.
Group lessons encourage children to work together and benefit from building camaraderie.
Group lessons encourage children to work together and benefit from building camaraderie.
Group lessons encourage children to work together and benefit from building camaraderie.
To offer a clear picture of what we offer, we have compiled a list of FAQs. If you have further queries, feel free to
Answer: It is extremely difficult to make any progress without regular practice, so a student really needs an instrument at home. You can often find very good bargains online, where someone is moving and can't take their piano, but I strongly advise you to have the instrument checked by a technician before taking it home. Please contact us for further advice on this.
Answer: Yes. A touch-sensitive keyboard is adequate for the first couple of years, but you should have plans to upgrade to either an electronic or acoustic piano by the time the student begins Conservatory Level One material.
Answer: The standard registration fee is $20, but for first-time registrations of one child per family, there is an additional cost of $15, because it includes a parent guide, entitled "Music Lessons, a Book for the Parent." This little book, pictured in the photo on the meet the teacher page, is full of helpful hints and suggestions to help you guide your children through various situations that might come up in the daily practice routine.
Answer: I keep our tuition fees on par with what other Selkirk teachers are charging. This is currently $22.50* per 30 minutes of instruction. Fees are paid monthly, so this translates into a monthly payment of $90 for 30-minute lessons or $135 for 45-minute lessons. The amount you spend on materials will depend upon your child's level, and how quickly he/she progresses. A beginner needs books worth about $50 in September, and usually about $45 more throughout the year. If you do not own a piano or keyboard, you also need to consider the cost of purchasing an instrument, and yearly tuning (approximately $110) if it is an acoustic piano.
*Prices subject to change.
Answer: It is normal for children to experience downtimes, but it is difficult to really know if this is going to be a lasting interest until they have given it a good try. For that reason, it should be assumed that when a student is enrolled for music lessons, the intention is to make it a commitment for the year. The parent guide, mentioned above, gives many tips to help a student retain the initial interest in learning to play. However, if things are not working out, it is important that you speak to me privately about this before discussing the possibility of quitting with the child. Perhaps we can fix whatever is wrong.
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Hooper's School of Music offers expert music education for all levels from beginners to advanced students. The instructor is highly trained and experienced in offering piano lessons for students as young as 6 years, or up to conservatory level 6. She provides a warm and interactive environment that celebrates your child’s every accomplishment while they make great progress in music lessons. If you are planning to learn music for your satisfaction or are looking forward to enrolling your child, just give her a call. For an appointment or more information, you can also fill out the form below.
Hooper's School of Music
735 Christie Avenue
Selkirk, MB
R1A 0W5
Monday – Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
By Appointment Only
Hooper's School of Music
735 Christie Avenue
Selkirk, MB
R1A 0W5