"(Mark), you really made (his) year.  After every practice he came out beaming and relayed all the wonderful compliments you gave him.  He recently told me that he gets nervous speaking to adults but you are the exception -  you make him feel so comfortable and relaxed.  The recital was fantastic - every student was impressive and well-rehearsed.  Clearly you inspire every student you teach."
-Lauren - guitar

"My daughter took piano lessons with Jackie for 10 years and I, as a "mature" student, started with Jackie at the same time ie 2000. All I can say is that Jackie is a wonderful teacher, extremely patient and truly gifted in dealing with her students, knowing exactly what to say to motivate and encourage no matter what age or skill level she is dealing with."  
- Anne-Marie Bauer (adult student who started as a beginner and is now working on her RCM Grade 8) - piano

"All four of my boys take piano lessons with Jackie. Jackie has a very special ability to assess each one of them for their individual strengths, and has been able to nurture their love of music and their confidence performing."
- Luba D. - piano

"I highly recommend Jackie Anderson's piano lessons.  Jackie has a truly gifted ability to cater to different personalities and brings out the very best in her students.  Her warm smile and positive attitude make going to piano lessons something my daughters look forward to every week.  Jackie goes above and beyond with her piano teaching and for that I will be forever thankful and grateful."
- Martha - ​piano

Our daughter, Shauna, took guitar lessons from Mark over the last several years. We are so thankful for his input into her life! Mark has a unique gift of understanding teenagers, affirming them and motivating them in their musical pursuits. His passion for music is contagious! Early on, Mark identified our daughter’s interests and incorporated them into a tailor-made guitar program that would keep her engaged throughout her high school years. Mark’s instruction and encouragement of Shauna increased her confidence in performing in public venues at school, at church, and in our community. We will always appreciate the impact that Mark has had on our daughter not only through his outstanding musical expertise, but also through the strong personal values he conveys through his interactions with his students. Mark has been an exceptional teacher, mentor and role model to Shauna over these last several years.
- Peter and Kim Wallace - ​guitar

 -Having been taught by Mark for around five years, I would definitely recommend his teaching to anyone. He has always been open to what I was interested in focussing on in learning guitar, whether that be with regards to genre of music, or song writing. I have found him to be extremely encouraging, and he challenged me to try new things. Mark is one of the biggest reasons that I started getting more interested in song writing. Taking lessons with him has also increased the confidence I have in my own abilities. I have especially appreciated his attentiveness to the strengths and weaknesses of his students and his incorporation of this into his guitar lessons. In addition to all of this, Mark is a very kind, creative, and talented individual. He fosters a pleasant learning environment to return to week after week. His patience, love of music, and caring nature has helped me to develop musically over the years.
- Shauna Wallace - ​guitar

"Mark has been my guitar teacher for over ten years. I started with him after he taught both my son and daughter. Mark is very patient and positive, with an encouraging and upbeat demeanour. His enthusiasm and energy are infectious. 
He is open to teaching songs of my choosing and he constantly stretches my capabilities with challenging chord melodies. His theory teachings are clear and easy to understand. 
Mark's broad spectrum of musical tastes and love for music enables him to teach various genres with ease. 
I have no hesitation in recommending Mark to aspiring guitarists, both young and not so young."
- Geoff Haddock - ​guitar

 "I’ve taken guitar lessons with Mark for more than 10 years. (And I started with him at age 50, so that makes me a “mature student”!) Mark is a superb teacher in many different styles of music – jazz, classical, pop and rock. Most important, he has helped me become a better guitarist and to truly enjoy playing the instrument. That’s why I keep coming back! I heartily recommend Mark to anyone who loves the guitar and wants to become a better player."
- Jim Harries - ​guitar

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