Meet the artistic team
Speak with Iván and Angela about your child’s age, interests and musical starting point.
Free Open HouseViolin & ViolaAges 7–15
A place to grow through music, from the very first note.
Meet conductor, violist and educator Iván Hockley, and Academy Director, pianist and educator Angela Otcuoglu. Discover how our small-group program builds musical foundations, confidence and discipline.
Free admission · Registration required · No experience needed
Sunday, September 1311:00 AM–2:00 PM
Meet Iván & AngelaYour artistic teamDateSunday, Sept. 13, 2026
Open House hours11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Centre CantoBrossard#102, 4 rue Place-du-Commerce
Your visit
Committed to the art of teaching music.
See the learning path
Review the original materials, class structure and progression designed for each age group.
Understand the instrument
Ask about violin or viola, instrument sizing, home practice and the family’s role.
Feel the community
Learn how concerts and ensemble experiences give purpose to weekly study.
Try a violin before buying one.
The academy will provide a limited number of 3/4 and 4/4 violins at the Open House. Children whose size is suitable can try the instrument and join the open-class activities. Families do not need to purchase a violin beforehand; Iván will help determine the right size.
The Open House runs from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Free registration helps us prepare a useful welcome for your family.
The artistic team
Two musicians present throughout the learning journey.
Students learn with clear direction and experience music together from their first classes through performance preparation.
Conductor · Violist · Educator
Iván Hockley
Iván Hockley is an orchestral conductor, violist, arranger and educator. His training includes the Royal Conservatory of Music, Northwestern University and the Maestro Navarro Lara School of Orchestra Conducting in Spain. He has founded and conducted ensembles in Chile, Spain and Canada, and creates original violin and viola materials for young musicians.
Pianist · Composer · Educator
Angela Otcuoglu
Angela Otcuoglu is Director of Las Conchillas Music Academy and leads its piano program. An award-winning pianist, composer and educator, she began her studies at Istanbul University State Conservatory and earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in piano performance from McGill University.
Angela teaches the academy’s piano students and works with Iván in this course during selected rehearsals, ensemble listening and performance preparation.
Together, Iván and Angela connect string instruction, careful listening and performance experience. Families can meet both artists at the Open House.
Fall 2026 beginner program
Small-group study with strong foundations and a concert to work toward.
Weekly Sunday classes begin September 20. The program includes original course materials, sheet music, a year-end concert experience and a certificate of completion.
Designed for beginners Violin or viola Support in English, French or Spanish CA$495 for the fall program
Meet us before enrolling Sunday classesStarting Sept. 20
Ages 7–910:00–11:00 AM
Ages 10–1211:00 AM–12:00 PM
Ages 13–1512:00–1:00 PM
Group placement and remaining availability are discussed during the Open House.
“For our family, Las Conchillas Music Academy has been the perfect fit for our son—and for the whole family.
Dee explains that in seven months her son developed rhythm, music reading and patience. She saw his confidence rise between the December and June concerts, while he began looking forward to practicing at home.
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- Enjoys practicing
- Greater confidence on stage
- Progress shared with his grandparents
Practical details
Before you visit
Is the Open House free?
Yes. Admission is free, and advance registration is required.
Does my child need experience?
No. The fall groups are designed for beginners ages 7 to 15.
Should we bring an instrument?
No purchase is needed before the visit. The academy will have a limited number of 3/4 and 4/4 violins for children whose size is suitable to try during the open class. Iván will also explain sizing and next steps.
Which languages are available?
The academy welcomes families in English, French and Spanish.
Where is the event?
Centre CantoBrossard, #102, 4 rue Place-du-Commerce, Brossard, QC J4W 3B3.
Discover Las Conchillas
Would you like to know the academy more closely?
Visit our main website to learn about piano and string lessons, our recent concert experiences, the academy’s story in Chile and Canada, and the teachers who guide each student.
Meet the musicians who will guide your child.
Free admission. Registration takes about one minute.
Register for the Open HouseFree Open HouseSept. 13 · 11–2Register