Music Teacher Cafe

Dear Friends,

I trust that each of you had a wonderful summer of relaxation. Like it or not, the school year has arrived, and with it, the opportunity to accomplish great things musically. With online classes from Ashby Musical Enterprises, you can do that anywhere from the comfort of your own home.

This fall, I’m pleased to offer a full line-up of classes covering rudiments, harmony, and history. These classes are designed to fulfill the requirements of RCM Examinations (Canada) and the National Music Certificate Program (US).

Through WebEx™ technology students who take these classes are able to function as in a regular classroom. Live audio interaction, demonstration, and assessment are all incorporated into one convenient package allowing anyone with a computer and high-speed access to participate from home (or even on vacation!).

The following chart explains the theory co-requisites for RCM and NMCP examinations:

Grade 5	Basic Rudiments
Grade 6	Intermediate Rudiments
Grade 7	Advanced Rudiments
Grade 8	Advanced Rudiments
Grade 9	Basic Harmony History 1
Grade 10	Intermediate Harmony History 2
ARCT	Counterpoint Advanced Harmony and Counterpoint Analysis History 3

Tuition Tax Credit/RESP Eligibility 1. Tax Deduction Eligibility: Canadian students studying practical or theoretical subjects at a Grade 9 level or above (including music history and harmony courses), in a recognized curriculum like The Royal Conservatory of Music, are now eligible to claim their lesson and examination fees. In addition, students taking post-secondary courses may transfer up to $5000 per year to a parent. A person owing federal and provincial income tax can save approximately one-fifth of the expense claimed. The full ruling from the Tax Court of Canada can be found here. Therefore, at the end of the 2009 tax year, I will be issuing receipts for fees paid to me that fit the above-mentioned criteria. 2. RESP Eligibility: Funds from Canadian Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs) may now be used to support studies in music at the Grades 9, 10, and ARCT levels (including theory classes, books, and instruments). Talk to your RESP provider for more information.

To assist me in my planning, would you please register your interest in these courses or others, by clicking here (no obligation implied), or pass this on to someone who may be interested?

Sincerely,

Scott Ashby

Ashby Musical Enterprises

2397 Sutton Drive, Burlington, ON L7L 7N2

Ph.: 905-963-1268 Fax: 905-592-2077

Cell: 905-630-2179 Email: scott@ashbyme.com

Web: http://www.ashbyme.com

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For more information on online classes, please visit the Online Classes page.