EXPRESS News · Mississauga
EXPRESS Launches in Mississauga: A Music School of Working Artists
Express Voice Studio has launched in Mississauga. EXPRESS started in Montreal and grew into Toronto, and Mississauga is the newest city where you can take private lessons with our artists who teach. Students can now book singing lessons in Mississauga, plus songwriting, music production, drum and piano lessons, in person by appointment or online.
Mississauga is a step in our mandate: bringing talented artist teachers to more locations across Canada, and giving more teachers access to a fair wage.
Ready to start lessons in Mississauga? Choose your artist and book a time that works for you.
Why We’re Launching in Mississauga
EXPRESS is a music school built around the artists who teach. Every teacher is a working performer, songwriter or producer, and we celebrate the artistry and knowledge they bring to every lesson. That’s why our teachers can earn up to five times what other singing schools pay, so they can keep making music while they teach.
Opening in Mississauga means more artists in the Greater Toronto Area can teach on fair terms, and more students can learn from people who live and breathe music, close to home. You can read more about our model on our About page. What the launch brings to Mississauga:
- Private, one-on-one lessons with working artists
- In-person lessons by appointment, plus online lessons
- No subscriptions: buy only the lessons you need
- Personalized teacher recommendations from our musician staff
Lessons Available in Mississauga
Two artists teach in Mississauga at launch.
Singing lessons with Shyla Gray
Shyla Gray is an R&B singer-songwriter whose releases have landed on Apple Music editorial playlists including New In R&B, Brown Sugar and Northern Vibes. Her singing lessons in Mississauga are for beginners and aspiring artists, from age 5 (or by assessment) to adults, at 70 CAD for 60 minutes or 55 CAD for 30 minutes.
Songwriting and home recording with Shyla
Shyla also teaches songwriting lessons, turning lyrics, voice memos and ideas into finished songs. She can also show you how to record clean vocals and make demos at home in GarageBand or Logic Pro, plus microphone and recording studio technique.
Music production, drum and piano lessons with Hans Li
Hans Li is a producer, mixer and multi-instrumentalist from Mississauga. He plays live drums for Rowena Fysx and Mileena, and keyboard for indie pop singer Ruru. Hans teaches students ages 12 and up:
- Music production lessons in Logic Pro and Ableton Live, 100 CAD / 60 min
- Drum lessons covering grooves, timing and fills, 90 CAD / 60 min
- Piano lessons covering chords, rhythm and playing along with songs, 80 CAD / 60 min
Where Lessons Happen
In-person lessons in Mississauga happen by appointment at our teachers’ studios, including near Square One on Burnhamthorpe Road West. If you’d rather learn from home, every subject is also available as online lessons. Lessons are easy to reach from across the city, including:
- City Centre and Square One
- Port Credit
- Cooksville
- Streetsville
- Erin Mills
How to Start Lessons in Mississauga
Getting started takes a few minutes. Browse the teachers on our Mississauga page, create your account, then book your first lesson on your schedule. If you’re not sure who to pick, our musician staff can recommend a teacher based on your goals. Questions? Call 438-722-9234.
Your first lesson in Mississauga starts here. Find your artist and book on your schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are Express Voice Studio’s lessons in Mississauga?
In-person lessons in Mississauga take place by appointment at teachers’ studios, including near Square One on Burnhamthorpe Road West. Every subject is also available online.
What lessons can I take at Express in Mississauga?
In Mississauga, you can take private singing, songwriting and home-recording lessons with Shyla Gray, and music production, drum and piano lessons with Hans Li.
How much are music lessons in Mississauga at Express?
Singing lessons with Shyla Gray are 70 CAD for 60 minutes and 55 CAD for 30 minutes. With Hans Li, piano lessons are 80 CAD, drum lessons 90 CAD and music production lessons 100 CAD for 60 minutes. There are no subscriptions.
What ages do Mississauga teachers work with?
Shyla Gray teaches singing from age 5, or by assessment, as well as adults. Hans Li works with students ages 12 and up.
