What I teach:

  • Piano - Beginner to Advanced

  • Guitar - Beginner to Intermediate

  • Voice - Beginner to Intermediate

  • Ukulele - Beginner to Intermediate

  • Music Theory - Beginner to Advanced

My Philosophy and Teaching Style

I personalized each approach to ensures that students not only master their chosen instruments but also explore a love for all things music. Whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced player, I offer dynamic music lessons in guitar, piano, voice, and music theory that cater to all ages. I focus on the student's goals while guiding them in the right direction with songs they enjoy or might enjoy playing! Everyone learns differently, and I change my teaching style depending on each student. I make sure that lessons are first and foremost fun and relaxing, yet still educational.

No matter what age or background, I believe anyone can learn music!

Education & Teaching Experience

  • Graduated from MacEwan University in 2023 with a Bachelor’s in Music; Major in Piano Performance with experiences in Music Production

  • Edmonton Talent Education was founded by Nick Lai in 2023.

  • This was the beginning of Nick Lai’s first steps in becoming a music educator. Previous music teacher at Turner Guitar School of Music in Leduc, AB from 2020-2022. In 2022, Turner Guitar was sold to Leduc School of Music and Nick continued on with the new owners (Leduc School of Music).

  • Previous music teacher at Leduc School of Music from 2022-2023. Nick Lai left to pursue his own private teaching business, Edmonton Talent Education.

Musical Experience

I have been playing piano since I was 3 years old. I started playing guitar when I was twelve years old and shortly after I took upon voice lessons.

Throughout the 20 years I have been playing music, I had the opportunity to learn many different styles and genres of music ranging from rock, metal, jazz, blues, classical, R&B, hip-hop, and funk.

With my extensive knowledge in music, I am able to accomodate to my students and guide them through whichever genre or styles they would like to play.

Lesson Information & Rates

Lessons are done in my home music studio located 1508 105th St NW in Bearspaw on the south side of Edmonton.

I also offer online lessons via Google Meets as an alternative option.

For those with severe allergies: I have a pet cat in my home. They are kept out of the studio but this can still affect those with severe pet allergies.

Lesson rates:

$30 for 30 minutes

$60 for 60 minutes

* I do not do destination/travel lessons. Lesson are conducted either in-person or online.

Real Life Experience

I started playing in bands when I was in middle school and that’s where I really fell in love with music. The live aspect of it all really had be hooked! I love going to concerts and I love performing music in my free time.

Since going to university to pursue music, I have done various professional projects in the field such as starting my own band Darryl Saves Lives, recording numerous songs and touring across Western Canada. Additionally, I have played piano for multiple professional gigs as a freelance musician.