Discover the Melody of Success
Explore the inspiring stories of our students and parents as they share their journeys of musical growth and achievement at Tisho’s Music Academy.
“With music, there’s endless possibilities” Carrying on a legacy at Tisho’s Music Academy
CALEDON CITIZEN ARTICLE>> Kristian Balinov and Diana Valitutti have taken over their parents' business By ZACHARY ROMAN Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Music runs in the Balinov family. On September 9, siblings Kristian Balinov and Diana Valitutti...
Daniela Parletta – 2025
My girls have been enrolled at Tisho’s Music Academy for a few years and they are soo happy to be there and love Kristian. He is great with kids and is truly skilled and knows how to effectively teach various instruments in such a way that relates to the students, and...
Tisho’s Music Academy to be taken over by founders’ children
CALEDON CITIZEN: June 13, 2024 By ZACHARY ROMAN Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Every great song needs a great ending. After 25 years, a Bolton couple are stepping away from their business. Tisho and Mary Balinov, who founded Tisho’s Music Academy, are retiring....
Carla & Phillip Bennett
Dear Mary, Its been a wonderful journey to see our daughter develop a love of music from the age of 5 to 16 (almost age 17 now!) it was tremendous help to have her be taught at her own pace and find ways that motivate her and try your first toddler classes, summer...
Marie-Josée and Roberto Famele
Good afternoon Mary, Ruslan and Davor: How can we express Edouardo’s and our happiness with regards to his achievements this year… I strongly believe that starting the year as a member of the Rolling Pebbles as provided him with a new and reinforcing perspective on...
Dawn, Sharon & Joe Rego
Dear Mary and Tisho, Last week, I read Meaghan’s story on your website and was moved to tears. When I watched her perform this morning, I was humbled by her grace and poise. She is truly an inspiration to have overcome such incredible odds. When you were announcing...
The Simeon Family
A couple of summers ago, our family attended the Taste of the Danforth in Toronto for the very first time. We enjoyed the food and festivities and stayed late into the evening to enjoy performances from various bands.There was one band in particular we loved listening...
Heidi Volasko
Dear Mary & Tisho,”For service above and beyond the call of duty…” Thank you both so much for what you have done for me. I really do appreciate it. It’s much more than what any other school would do. Many Thanks, Heidi Volasko
The Lucentini Family
Dear Tisho,Thank you for all that you do for my boys. Your passion and commitment can be clearly seen through all that you do. You go above and beyond the call of duty, and that’s what makes Tisho’s Music Academy so special. With love The Lucentini family
Maria, Ralph & Biagio Mazza
Dear Mary & Tisho, Thanks for all your dedication and hard work. It’s been great to see the progress that Biagio has made since he started coming to Tisho’s Music Academy, and we truly want to thank you for that. The music has made a difference in so many ways....
