Ukulele

The ukulele is joyful, forgiving and just the right size for young players, which makes it one of the best possible first instruments. Within a few weeks, students are strumming real songs and singing along, marking a huge, confidence-building win early on.

Lessons build chords, strumming patterns, rhythm and a first understanding of how music fits together, all through songs kids actually want to play. Many go on to transfer these skills to guitar later, but plenty simply fall in love with the uke and keep going.

Ukulele students at CBY have a range of opportunities throughout the school year.

Exams

We offer the RSL (Rockschool Ltd) curriculum for our drum exams, so students can work toward a recognised qualification in contemporary performance, covering a variety of genres including rock, pop and jazz.

🎓 98% of our exam-track students earn a First Class with Honours (80% or higher).

🏅 Several CBY students have won the Conservatory Canada “Medal of Excellence,” awarded for the highest exam grades in Ontario at their level.

Concerts

Every CBY student is invited to perform for family and friends at our two biggest events of the year, the Winter Concert in December and the End of Year Concert in June. It’s a chance to showcase what they’ve learned and celebrate together.