MEET MISS GRACE
Hi My Name is Grace Stelmaschuk
I’m a classically trained pianist and educator who believes students learn best through creativity, connection, and play. At my studio, lessons combine strong classical foundations with engaging, research-informed teaching that helps students make meaningful musical progress while genuinely enjoying the process.
New Program: Piano Friends
Piano Friends is a small-group piano class for our youngest beginners. It is designed for children ages 4–6 who are ready to learn in a group setting and begin building a strong foundation before moving into private lessons.
In this class, kids will sing, move, clap rhythms, and explore the piano through playful activities from the Piano Safari Friends curriculum and much more.
We focus on developing early musical skills, fine motor coordination, and a genuine love for music in a fun and encouraging environment.
With only four students per class, everyone feels supported, included, and excited to learn.
Areas we serve
Stel Piano Studio proudly serves families across Calgary with both in-studio and online piano lessons.
Our main studio is located in West Hillhurst on 7th ave NW, right off of Crowchild NW. It is easily accessible to nearby communities such as Kensington, West Hillhurst, Briar Hill, Bankview, and Capitol Hill.
We also host students from surrounding neighbourhoods including Marda Loop, Mount Pleasant, Crescent Heights, Rosedale, Tuxedo Park, and Sunnyside.
For students outside the city, our Online Lessons studio or Virtual Piano Coach program provides flexible, video-based lessons available anywhere in Canada and beyond.
What Makes Us different?
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Play-Based Learning
Students learn through games, creativity, movement, improvisation, and engaging hands-on activities rooted in research-backed, play-based pedagogy. This approach helps students stay motivated while building confidence, musical understanding, and long-term retention at the piano.
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Strong Classical Foundations
Students develop strong musicianship through technique, ear training, sight reading, and thoughtfully sequenced repertoire rooted in classical and research-informed pedagogy. We focus on building confident, well-rounded musicians with excellent long-term musical skills and understanding.
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Musicians for Life
We believe music education should build more than just piano skills alone. Our goal is to help students become confident, expressive, and independent musicians while developing creativity, discipline, and a lifelong connection to music. Whether students pursue piano casually or at a high level, we hope music always remains a meaningful part of their lives.
“As a fellow professional, I have great respect for the care and dedication Grace brings to her work. She continually invests in her own growth so her students benefit from the most effective and current teaching practices.”
Mark Weathers
(owner of Last Frontier Piano Studio)
"Miss Grace has been a wonderful teacher for our son. She keeps him engaged and he has really blossomed under her teaching. I really recommend her especially for those just starting to learn piano!"
Christine W. (parent)
"Grace is a fantastic teacher. She has a great balance between teaching technical skills and helping her students find a love for music."
Nicole B. (parent)