About Us
Dr. Stanford Cheung, Artistic Director & Professor of the APMA Piano & Music Theory Academy.
ABOUT US
APMA Piano & Music Theory is a highly regarded music academy specializing in piano and music theory education. We offer face-to-face and online lessons, catering to students in Metropolitan Toronto as well as learners from around the globe.
At our academy, we tailor our piano curriculum to suit the unique needs and learning styles of individual students. With a rich history spanning decades and numerous success stories, we are dedicated to helping you excel in your RCM examinations, ensuring outstanding results and paving the way for admission to the conservatory or university of your dreams.
APMA’s signature 10-hour music theory courses are designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of concepts and knowledge within a shorter time frame. We offer a wealth of past examination papers and employ examiner marking standards to set clear expectations, motivating students to reach their musical goals through a disciplined approach.
Our students have consistently achieved exceptional exam results, with over six instances of receiving the RCM National Medal for obtaining the highest marks in RCM board examinations. Additionally, our students have garnered numerous top awards in both national and international piano competitions, as well as admission into prestigious conservatories and universities world-wide
Our Philosophy
Our teaching philosophy is to guide students from all walks of life on a transformative journey of self-expression and curiosity. This curiosity is nurtured by instilling students with a deep sense of musical knowledge, technical intelligence, and aesthetic appreciation, and applying these musical fundamentals towards different aspects of an individual’s life. We believe that sharing musical knowledge with others is communicated most effectively when music is symbiotic to the growth of the individual. Every individual possesses unique musical potential to be nurtured, and it is our passion to guide every student towards realizing their full artistic capabilities.
Vancouver, Canada