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West Vancouver . North Vancouver ·Vancouver.North Shore
Ali Yas Music Academy offers professional music lessons in Vancouver, West Vancouver, and North Vancouver, including violin, piano, vocal training, guitar, keyboard, and handpan. Lessons are available for children, teens, and adults, from beginner to advanced levels. We also provide RCM exam preparation, helping students develop strong technical, musical, and performance skills while working toward their RCM certification.
For children 5+, teens & adults
Our story

Music is more than the right notes. It is attention, courage, and a voice of your own.
Ali Yas Music Academy is in west Vancouver studio founded by husband-and-wife musicians Ali and Yas. Their approach brings the standards of the concert stage into a warm, encouraging lesson room.
Every student receives a tailored path, whether they are holding an instrument for the first time, returning after years away, or preparing to perform.
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Personal teaching, musical foundations, and a repertoire that keeps students inspired.
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Your teachers

Co-founder · Piano & strings

Co-founder · Violin

Beyond the lesson room
Live performance is part of our teaching DNA: listening deeply, preparing with purpose, and sharing music with an audience.
In harmony



Student voices
Experiences shared by students and families of Ali Yas Music Academy.
★★★★★“My daughter takes singing lessons with Mr. Alireza, and my son takes bell lyre lessons with Yasi. We have had such a wonderful experience with both of them, and I highly recommend them! They are both incredibly professional, kind, and highly skilled. What I especially appreciate is how much time, care, and genuine love they put into teaching their students. They are patient, dedicated, and truly passionate about helping children learn and grow. We feel very lucky to have both of them as our children’s teachers. Highly recommended.”
★★★★★“We started voice lessons with Mr. Alireza for our 7.5-year-old son, who had already been learning piano and was excited to start singing. We are truly so happy with our choice! He connected with Alireza very easily from the beginning and genuinely looks forward to every lesson. Alireza is patient, encouraging, and wonderful with children, and he has made learning to sing such a fun and enjoyable experience. I highly recommend Alireza to anyone looking for a talented, patient, and caring voice teacher!”
★★★★★“I highly recommend this music academy! The teachers are professional, patient, and genuinely caring. They create a positive and encouraging environment where students can learn, improve their skills, and enjoy music at the same time.”
★★★★★“I’ve had the pleasure of hearing both Ali and Yas play live, and it was memorable! Beautiful music, eloquently performed by a talented duo.”
★★★★★“I had a great experience with the music teachers. They were kind, patient, and professional. I really enjoyed the classes and I’m very happy with my experience. Thank you! 🎵”
★★★★★“I had a great experience with the music teachers. They were kind, patient, and professional. I really enjoyed the classes and I’m very happy with my experience. Thank you! 🎵”
★★★★★“I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from such a wonderful teacher. Ali is knowledgeable, patient, and dedicated to helping students succeed. He explain concepts clearly, encourage questions, and create a positive learning environment. His kindness and passion for teaching make every lesson enjoyable and meaningful. I truly appreciate his guidance, support, and commitment to his students. Highly recommended!”
★★★★★“I’ve had the pleasure of seeing Ali and Yas perform many times and am always in awe of their talent and professionalism. I am always impressed by their ability to play a varying range of genres.”
★★★★★“I would absolutely recommend Aliyas Music Academy to anyone interested in learning music. As an adult with no musical background, I was initially nervous about taking lessons, but their friendly, knowledgeable, and encouraging approach immediately put me at ease. They are incredibly talented, patient, and supportive, and make learning enjoyable while building your confidence. I especially appreciate that they teach not only how to play an instrument, but also the foundations of music, including theory and musical notation. Their genuine passion for music shines through in their teaching. I would highly recommend them regardless of age or prior musical experience.”
★★★★★“I've witnessed Ali and Yas perform and they're both incredibly talented musicians. Their passion for teaching and performing is evident, and any student of theirs would be learning from some of the best in the industry.”
★★★★★“We’ve really enjoyed having Ali as our kids’ piano teacher! He’s super patient, friendly, and makes the lessons fun without making the kids feel pressured. The kids actually look forward to their piano lessons, and we’ve seen such a nice improvement in their playing. We’re really happy we found him!”
★★★★★“Mr Ali is a great piano teacher. He is kind and patient, and he makes piano lessons fun. I really enjoy my lessons with him and I'm learning a lot!”
★★★★★“I’ve been learning violin with Yas since last spring, and they’re honestly the best teacher I’ve ever had. They treat their students like friends, and they’ve made me fall in love with playing the violin. 🎻 Alongside that, I’ve also been learning solfège with Ali. They’re also incredibly friendly and treat their students like friends. They really help their students build confidence and always motivate them to keep going and continue learning”
★★★★★“I’ve had an amazing experience learning violin at Yas and Ali Music Academy! My teacher is very patient, supportive, and always makes the lessons fun and enjoyable. I’ve learned so much since I started playing violin, and I’ve noticed a big improvement in my skills and confidence. I really appreciate how much time and effort my teacher Yas puts into helping me improve and making sure I understand everything. I’m very happy to be a student at Yas and Ali Music Academy and would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to learn violin or piano!”
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