Meet Our Team
Kelsey Fast
Piano
Kelsey Fast is a piano and voice teacher with over 20 years of experience working with students of all ages and abilities. She teaches one-on-one piano lessons at a private boarding school in British Columbia, where her work supports students as part of a vibrant, performance-focused music program.
Kelsey is currently completing a Bachelor of Arts in Music with a focus on piano. She is passionate about helping each student achieve their individual goals, whether pursuing Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) examinations or learning for the joy of music. Her teaching style emphasizes personal growth, creativity, and a lifelong love of music.
Shirley Isaac
Piano
Shirley Isaac began teaching piano as a teenager and obtained the ARCT diploma in Piano Pedagogy from the Royal Conservatory of Music with First Class Honours at age 20. With over 30 years of piano teaching experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her students. Following a Bachelor of Arts degree at Trinity Western University, she enrolled in the Professional Development Program at Simon Fraser University. After receiving teacher certification from the B.C. Ministry of Education, Shirley taught in the Chilliwack and Toronto school districts for several years, primarily in music and English classrooms.
Shirley teaches piano to students of all ages, ranging from pre-school to adult. Her focus is on the student as an individual, and she uses various methods and teaching resources all geared toward helping students reach their personal goals in a way that is encouraging and enjoyable. Lessons incorporate ear training, sight reading and technical exercises in addition to piano repertoire. Improvisation and chord chart reading (keyboard harmony) are also explored.
Rod Swanson
Guitar, Ukulele, Bass, Mandolin, Banjo
Rod Swanson is a seasoned music educator and performer with over 40 years of teaching experience across the Fraser Valley, Manitoba, and Ottawa. He studied classical guitar and has attended masterclasses with renowned international artists. His performance background includes recitals, ensembles, church services, weddings, television appearances, and venues across Canada.
Rod teaches classical, electric, and bass guitar, as well as ukulele, mandolin, and banjo. With a wide-ranging repertoire developed through decades of diverse musical experience, he customizes lessons to each student’s goals and interests—whether in rock, classical, or traditional styles. Rod also has perfect pitch, allowing him to quickly learn and arrange songs to suit individual needs and performance situations.
He welcomes students of all ages and learning styles, offering instruction through standard notation, tablature, or personalized approaches. Rod also prepares students for Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) exams and local festivals, with many achieving high RCM results and performing at the Provincial Music Festival.
Emily Eggert-Botkin
Owner
Emily began teaching piano in 2008 to students of all ages in lesson centres, private studios, and in student's own homes. In 2013, she completed her ARCT in Piano Performance under the tutelage of Mrs. Lori Elder in Prince George, BC.
As a member of the British Columbia Registered Music Teachers' Association (BCRMTA) and a volunteer with the Chilliwack Music and Dance Festival, Emily enjoys staying active in the local music community.
After developing an interest in business and marketing, Emily decided to bring her two passions together and open her own music school to serve the Chilliwack community. She founded Mobile Melodies with the goal of making music lessons more convenient and accessible for everyone, without sacrificing quality.
When she's not busy making music, Emily enjoys paddleboarding, swimming, skiing, traveling and being in nature.