Pavel Markelov

As a highly skilled clarinetist, pianist, arranger and conductor, I have a wealth of musical education and experience that I bring to any role. With a Doctorate of Musical Arts and a Master of Music Degree in clarinet performance and teaching, as well as a Bachelor of Music Degree in clarinet performance, bandmaster, and clarinet teaching, I am well-versed in a variety of musical genres and disciplines. In addition to my academic background, I hold a number of prestigious licenses and certifications, including a TDSB Guest Artist certification, an RCM online teaching course license, and certification from both the OMEA and ORMTA. I am an RCM-certified teacher in both piano and clarinet, with elementary, intermediate, and advanced certificates. Throughout my career, I have gained extensive experience in a variety of teaching and coaching roles. As a guest artist at Earl Haig Claude Watson Arts Program, I have been responsible for coaching woodwinds and group rehearsals for the Youth Symphonic and Band Grades 8-11, providing one-on-one tutoring, and delivering master classes and workshops. At the Schwartz/Reisman JCC, I taught clarinet, piano, and ensemble classes, while also running conductor classes at my private online music studio ‘Sonatico’. I am particularly proud of my achievements as the Director/Conductor of The Woodwind Community Band, for which I received a grant from the government of Canada's New Horizons program. During my time with the band, I provided rehearsals and basic music theory classes for adults and seniors and helped to bring the joy of music to a wider audience. I was also involved with church worship ministries for 10 years, including being the music director of “Willowdale Community Assembly” and “The Scott Mission”, Jewish Voice Ministry. I have also made notable contributions to the world of music through my recordings and publications. I have recorded Latin American clarinet music in "Soul of Brazil," gospel contemporary instrumental worship music in "Moment of Renewal," and recording of Brahms' Quintet with The State Borodin Quartet. Finally, I am an advocate for using technology to enhance online music lessons, and I utilize the ‘Sonatico’ app to provide a unique and effective learning experience for my students. With built-in features such as a keyboard, metronome, music symbols, and articulations, I am able to make online lessons more efficient and engaging than ever before. 'Sonatico' was designed as an alternative to Zoom and other video-conferencing software to suit the needs of music lessons better. PRICING: ➢ Dependent on the student’s goal. ➢ Preparation for RCM exams: ○ Grades 1-3: $50/hr ○ Grades 4-6: $60/hr ○ Grades 7-10: $70/hr ○ ARCT: please contact for details. IMPORTANT! Please mention your email address when you concact me. It helps me get back to you faster.