Michelle Aalders
M.Mus, BME, BM
Michelle holds a Masters degree in Piano Performance & Pedagogy from Westminster Choir College of Rider University studying with Frances Clark, Louise Goss and Phyllis Lehrer. She has 35 plus years teaching experience. She has performed with the Saskatoon Children’s Choir, the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra, the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra, Piano Fridays at The Bassment and the International Saito Conducting School. Michelle collaborates with many local studios. Her students include SRMTA provincial composition winners and RCM Gold medallists. She values a growth mindset for her students by providing several learning and performing opportunities. She also believes that there is always more to learn as a teacher, and continues to engage in professional development on a regular basis. She is looking for students who are willing to work hard and who are eager to learn. Let the music begin!
Michelle received the RCM Teacher of Distinction Award in 2024.






