The idea for the MEI was first conceived in 1991 at a large music school in Vernon, B.C. A number of rural students wanting music lessons started the wheels in motion. The founder of the music school (Chris Madsen) had previously spent years working with Yamaha Music of Canada in developing programs for guitar. After writing 9 method books and teaching fulltime for over 20 years in music education, by 1990 the ground work was ready for the MEI.

In 1991 the music school in Vernon started teaching some students via printed material and tapes. Since then, the school has stayed on the cutting edge of technology, particularly regarding the internet. There are full time internet technical staff at the MEI and 16 teachers participating in refining MEI courses.

Why use MEI courses

  • We have the knowledge and tools to provide easy to use programs that can be custom fit for your specific needs.
  • Fine arts are an important part of a student’s development. Our courses fill this essential part of a well-balanced education.
  • The courses are very well priced. We rely on a large amount of students at a low rate rather than a few students at a high rate.
  • The courses are designed by professionals. They are the result of years of research and effort. Each course has been used many times and revised whenever we find a better way of communicating concepts.
  • Our online courses use many tools to demonstrate concepts. Video clips, audio clips, and other teaching aids are frequently used. Our technicians pride themselves on offering the best website that can be created.
  • At our MEI headquarters in Vernon, B.C., there are over 400 students physically attending the school in weekly classes. These students give us insights into research and development of our materials. We understand what needs reinforcing in real learning environments and transfer that to our cyber classrooms. The MEI staff is there to help you every step of the way.
  • Our full time staff is available so there is always help available if required.
  • We are pioneers in online education. Our first cyber classroom came online in 1991. The MEI is here for the long run with the goal of continuing to offer the best courses that can be delivered