Peter Schroeder

Crafting and Fostering Creative Lives through non-traditional music lessons.

Private Piano, Guitar, Vocal, Artist Development, and Production lessons for all ages — Pop, Indie, Hip/hop/R&B, Latin, Jazz, Worship, and Improvisation.

Flexible scheduling. Inquire for availability:

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• 30 / 45 / 60 min options

• In-person in Deep Cove

Peter is a non-traditional piano instructor with over 30 years of experience in piano performance and music instruction. For 18 years, he taught private in-home piano lessons to 31 students a week in West Vancouver and North Vancouver.

Peter's students are motivated to practice and learn music, some as part of their musical exploration and growth, others as their enjoyment and chosen outlet to fulfill their 5-strand program at Collingwood and Mulgrave private schools in West Vancouver. Others have achieved their musical goals as multi-instrumentalists and were accepted into top performance bands, for example, the prestigious TD Canada Jazz Festival band and local school honour performance bands, later going on to complete their degree in music and become professional Canadian songwriters and performers. Others competed in Canadian-wide songwriting, singing, and music contests.

Peter uses his qualifications and experience to teach people of all ages. He holds a Diploma from Grant Mceuwan College in Jazz & Contemporary Music, five and a half years of post-secondary education in music (classical, jazz, and contemporary), is a Certified NCCP coach, and is a certified instructor for Music for Young Children, Kinder Music, and Bumblebee Music. Peter is the current administrator for the Music Therapy Association of British Columbia (MTABC) and is a Film and Television Agent with Rising Star Management. He trained on how to teach voice with Juno award-winning artist, Angela Kelman (Farmers Daughter). Peter continues to mentor and influence students of all ages, locally and abroad.

"I teach the music that the student wants to learn on piano, guitar, and vocals. I incorporate songwriting and production as a means to create value, increasingly improving the students ' motivation and self-esteem."

Peters' clients grow from 0 to 110%, as fast as possible, while learning proper technique, musical foundations, confidence, and real-world skills. Peter also offers Artist Development, a Performer & Producer Program and Artist Breakthrough Package lessons, where the focus is on songwriting, collaboration, stage presence, production, and marketing.

Peter is a non-traditional piano instructor... While Classical is a style that Peter respects, plays, and teaches at a high level, he prioritizes the music that motivates the student. YouTube hits, Pop, Jazz, Rock, funk, Hip Hop, Latin, Worship, Folk and Classical are genres his clients request to learn daily.

Email or call to Book today!

Thank you!

Peter

Email: peter.schroeder@shaw.ca

Cell: (672) 514 6409

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Introduction

Peter Schroeder

Professional Private and group Piano, Music, and Production Instructor.

Deep Cove, North Vancouver & North Shore

NCCP Certified Coach

”Peter is an absolutely unbelievable teacher. He is patient, able to understand my child’s musical interests, and is able to assist him in learning the piano. Peter teaches in a passionate, engaging, and interactive way. His teaching has inspired my son to stick with music and become more and more proficient. I would highly recommend him to anybody wanting to learn music!"

- Jacqui McNeill”

Genuine & Real Testimonials

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Peter Schroeder Teaches Group Guitar Lessons

🎵 Transform your musical passion into skill and confidence — from beginner to advanced.

View from Peter Schroeder's piano, playing with Salsa Beat - performing at the 2015 Carnival Del Sol.

✨ Highlights

• 🎹 Private Piano Lessons – personalized instruction for all ages - You learn the music you want.

• 🎤 Songwriting & Vocal Coaching – write, sing, and perform with confidence

• 🎧 Recording & Artist Development – build stage confidence and charisma while learning to record and release your own music

🌟 Why Students Love It

• Tailored lessons that match client goals and style

• Supportive mentorship that builds both music and life skills

• Recitals & recording opportunities for real-world growth

• Hybrid flexibility: in-person or virtual lessons

Peter Schroeder opened the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, downtown Vancouver, Robson's Square with La Candela (featuring Mark Beaty -bass and Vox, Gilbertone - timbales, Malcolm Akin-Trumpet, Paul Bray-congas)

Peter played "El Quarto De Tula" with his Salsa Band VanCuba (featuring Miguelito Valdes-trumpet/vocals, Carlos Arias-bass/vocals, Miguel Benevides-timbales/vocals, William Benevides guitar/vocals)

Peter Schroeder - Pianist with Adonis Puentes Band. New Year's Eve performance - Victoria, BC.

"Peter is a gentleman musician and teacher. With enthusiasm he was able to keep my children into music through all their «teen years». By adapting the lessons to their interest we were able to improve their skills, making them sing, play different instruments and even compose some songs. I strongly recommend Peter as a music teacher".

- Francis Tremblay

★★★★★

Rates

Non-traditional piano and artist Instruction for all ages - Crafting and Fosting Creative Lives

Rates:

Private Piano, Guitar, and Vocal lessons

on the North Shore.

Note: All lessons incorporate production, stage presence, skill building, confidence training, and coaching, as needed. Lessons within Artist Development, Performer & Producer Package Program, and Artist Breakthrough Package focus on these areas while tuning up the performance, presentation assets, and marketing for maximum Fan/Likes/Viewers/Subscriber conversions, streams, and overall Impact.

Rates: In-Studio in Deep Cove.

30 min Lesson $50

45 min Lesson $70

60 min Lesson $90

🎹 Start Your First Lesson (trial) — Just $29.95

Artist Development
(Includes recording, songwriting, and production coaching, Stage presence, live setup, media coaching, Branding, social strategy, PR, and music release) $150/60 min

For creative and marketing purposes only — VizBrin Creative is not a talent agency.

Rates: In-home on the North Shore (Your Home).

30 min Lesson $68

45 min Lesson $82

60 min Lesson $105

Artist Development
(Includes recording, songwriting, and production coaching, stage presence, live setup, media coaching, Branding, social strategy, PR, and music release) $160/60min

I offer highly qualified, one-on-one and group music and artist development instruction on multiple instruments, including piano, guitar, and vocals. I teach classical, contemporary, pop, jazz, EDM, worship, and Latin music styles. I also teach performance, composition, music production, rock band, recording, mixing, theory, and pedagogy in the comfort of a music-oriented studio in Deep Cove, at your preferred time (whenever possible).

Zoom Lessons are available by request at the same rates listed, with as many of the integrated studio resources as possible.

• 🎹 Start Your First Lesson — Just $29.95”

• 🚀 Book Your Artist Development Consultation”

Consulting:

Recording & Production Coaching: Learn DAW workflow, arrangement, sound design $125/hr

Stage Presence & Performance Coaching: Stage communication, confidence, and rehearsal strategies $115/hr

Brand & Social Strategy Consultation: Positioning, content calendar, digital rollout plan $150/hr

PR & Media Consulting: Press kits, release timing, interviews $175/hr

Assessing your music for the market and streaming: $150/hr

All Vizbrin Services are for educational, creative, and marketing purposes only — VizBrin Creative is not a talent agency.

Genuine and Real Testimonials

Discover what our clients say about Lessons Created by Peter Schroeder

"Our son participated in a week long Rock Band Camp and loved it! He was just 9 years old at the time and only a beginner with the drums. The transformation we saw in him at week’s end was phenomenal. Not only did he consolidate his basic skills as a drummer but he also learned that being in a band requires practice, compromise and collaboration. The experience gave him context for the individual instruments and taught him how they all work together to achieve a common goal. Our son is looking forward to participating in the Rock Band Camp again and now practices daily with a keen sense that he has important part in the band—it seems that not wanting to let your band mates down is a powerful motivator!” - Kelly Linn

"My daughter started singing and guitar lessons with Peter a few months ago and she has learned more in this short time than she has in 3 years. Peter is not only extremely talented but he is also very organized, professional, and his enthusiasm is contagious. Most importantly, my daughter is really enjoying her lessons with Peter and feels very comfortable with him." - Tracey Wade

★★★★★

"Our girls were so burned out by conventional piano lessons that we gave up. Until we found Peter Schroeder! He has a way of connecting with the girls and bringing music that is relevant to them into their lessons. Now they look forward to their music lessons and even more importantly, no more fighting to get them to practice. Peter is a creative, enthusiastic, patient teacher and we are very lucky to have found him." - Rhonda Bacon

"Both my daughter and I took piano lessons from Peter for about three years. We both appreciated Peter's personalized approach to teaching piano and music to each of us. He really tries to identify what you want to get out of the lessons and will cater his style to meet your needs. Peter is very talented and flexible not only with his approach, but also with accommodating changing schedules and the busy lifestyles we all lead. I always found Peter to be patient, straight forward, reliable and professional in all of our dealings." - Sarah Samphire

"Harry had a wonderful experience last summer – great fun and he learned a lot. Peter is a first rate teacher and we were very impressed with what the kids learned in one short week – as evidenced by their final performance. Harry has been inspired to learn the bass guitar as a direct result of his band camp adventure, and he can’t wait for this year’s camp." - Amanda Farrell

★★★★★

Terms of Engagement

Artist Development – Open to All Ages & Levels
Transform from musician to fully-realised artist, building your sound, stage presence, recordings and brand.

Introduction

True artistry doesn’t happen by accident. Behind every confident performer is talent, yes — but even more so: focus, production, strategy and industry-savvy. At Visbran Academy & Visbran Creative, our Artist Development sessions bring all that together. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned creator, you’ll gain the tools to shine on stage, in the studio and online.

What You’ll Master

In each session you’ll work on the essential skills that separate hobbyists from artists:

• Instrument mastery (piano, voice or your chosen lead)

• Developing your unique vocal sound

• Crafting originality —or aligning your style with market/trend opportunities

• Songwriting and collaboration fundamentals

• Arranging skills (structure, harmony, texture)

• Mastering timing and groove — playing with click or drums unless you’re pursuing a rubato singer-songwriter style

• Stage presence & charisma — owning the live moment

• Microphone technique for both studio and live performance

• The how-tos of recording as an artist

• Audio & video recording for EPKs, demos and release-ready tracks

• Producing music videos (today’s band photo)

• Effective social media & online branding — YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, SoundCloud, your own website, blogs etc.

• Navigating the music business, releases and career strategy

• And much more…

Why It Works

These sessions are not just about lessons: they’re about acceleration.
You’ll leave each session with tangible creative growth, recordings that document your progress, and a clearer path toward your goals. With a professional-grade recording studio, cinema-quality video and still cameras, we’re equipped to support students aiming for high-level performance and release. Many of our clients have gone from talented amateur to confident artist with recordings, performances and brand ready.

Next Step

If you’re ready to elevate your craft, build your identity as an artist and launch your music professionally — this is the space for you.
Book your Artist Development session today.

Peter Schroeder
Founder — Visbran Academy & Visbran Creative

Peter Schroeder - Vizbrin Academy

Please note: Visbran Academy & Visbran Creative provide artist development coaching, production, branding and performance training. We do not guarantee or procure film/TV employment or auditions unless through a separately licensed representation agreement.”

If you engage with our separate representation/agent services for film, TV or media roles, these are subject to separate terms, licensing and commission structure under BC’s Talent Agency Regulation.

© 2025 VizBrin Group | Creative & Educational Services Only — Not a Talent Agency | Separate licensed representation: Rising Star Management (rsmtalent.com), Licence #BA-2024-197819

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Location

Deep Cove, North Vancovuer.

Contact Peter to Book!

Email: hello@vizbrincreative.com

Cell: (672) 514-6409

Disclaimer

Professional Headshots & Branding Images, Demo Reels & Personal Brand Videos (for presentation and marketing purposes only – not representation through Vizbrin or any of its divisions)

© 2025 VizBrin Group | Creative & Educational Services Only — Not a Talent Agency | Separate licensed representation: Rising Star Management (rsmtalent.com), Licence #BA-2024-197819

Understanding Casting Outcomes

Booking roles in film and television depends on a combination of factors, including:

• *Professional and up-to-date headshots that reflect your current look.

• Acting training, demo reels, and performance clips.

• Professional résumé and casting profiles (e.g., Casting Networks, Actors Access, Casting Workbook).

• Active representation or management through a licensed agency.

• Casting directors’ creative vision and project requirements.

• Union status, availability, and production logistics.

• Timing, competition, and current industry demand.

In short, a booking requires alignment of professional materials, training, timing, and opportunity.

Your headshot helps you get noticed — it’s the first impression, not a guarantee of casting success. Keep Reading...

1. Factors That Must Align to Get Booked in a Production

Casting is highly competitive. A headshot is critical, but many other variables influence whether someone actually books a role. Here’s a comprehensive list:

Personal Presentation

• #1. Professional, accurate headshots that represent your current look.

• Updated demo reel or performance clips.

• Complete and polished resume (credits, training, special skills).

• Clear online profiles on Casting Networks, Actors Access, Casting Workbook, etc.

• Strong social media presence (sometimes casting checks).

Agent / Representation

• Having an agent or manager with strong casting director connections.

• Clear communication with your rep about the types of roles you’re right for.

• The agent is actively submitting you to relevant breakdowns.

• Having a licensed agency can assist you in submissions. At VizBrin, we focus exclusively on your marketing materials and brand readiness..

Casting Director Factors

• The casting director’s vision for the role.

• Whether your look matches the character breakdown.

• Prior relationship with casting (trust in your work).

• Quality of your audition (in-person or self-tape).

• Reliability and professionalism (past impressions).

Production Factors

• Script requirements (ethnicity, age, gender, accent, physicality).

• Union vs. non-union status (ACTRA, SAG-AFTRA).

• Budget constraints (some productions prioritize local hires to save travel costs).

• Director and producer preferences (sometimes a "feel" decision).

• Chemistry with other actors already cast.

• Passport must not expire within a year of production (If travel required)

Training & Skills

• Acting training (theatre, film, improv, method, on-camera).

• Ability to take direction and adjust quickly in auditions.

• Special skills (sports, instruments, stunts, languages).

• Voice quality for certain roles (commercials, voiceover).

Timing & Market Conditions

• Current industry demand (what types of characters are trending).

• Availability of roles for your specific age range/type.

• Competition in your category (number of submissions for the role).

• Scheduling conflicts (being available during filming dates).

In short: A booking = (professional materials + rep + right look +

right timing + strong audition + casting/production alignment).

**Your headshot is the entry ticket — without it, you won’t even get in the room.