Noel - Teacher #3150

Instruments:
- Composition
- Electric Guitar
- Guitar
- Singer-Songwriter
- Ukulele

Services:
- Composition
- Counterpoint
- Dictation
- Ear Training
- Harmony
- Jazz Improvation
- Music Appreciation
- Music History
- Music Theory (Advanced)
- RCM
- RCM - Advanced Harmony
- RCM - Counterpoint
- RCM - History
- Solfege

Languages:
- English

Teaching Philosophy

In my approach to music education, I’m deeply committed to encouraging critical thinking as the core of artistic growth, in helping students find their own musical voice. My goal is to equip them with the tools to not just follow set standards, but to question, analyze, and create something truly their own. At the same time, I believe learning should be joyful. I strive to make each lesson fun and full of exploration, because I know the magic of music comes alive when it’s enjoyed. More than just notes and rhythms, I see music as transformative, it can touch hearts, open minds, and inspire change. Ultimately, I aim to guide musicians who not only develop strong skills but also embrace the joy of creating music, believing that this balance helps them become more expressive and compassionate individuals.

Musical Education

During my time working toward a Professional Certification in Jazz Guitar at Berklee, I had the incredible opportunity to learn from some of the most talented guitarists in the world. Their guidance pushed my skills to a new level and gave me a deeper understanding of music. Alongside that, I completed a program in Digital Music Production at Langara College, where I explored how technology influences music in films, video games, and TV shows, and got to experiment with songwriting and composing for those mediums. At Berklee, courses like Music Production Analysis and Critical Listening really reinforced my passion for blending digital innovation with the heart of traditional music. This blend of mentorship, learning, and practical experience has been essential in shaping my musical journey.

Rates

30 Minutes: $39.00
45 Minutes: $49.00
60 Minutes: $59.00

There is a one-time registration fee of 25 $ charged with the first lessons. All Taxes are included in prices, if applicable

NOTE: Your Credit card will be charged ONLY when the first lesson is set up and confirmed with the teacher

Policies


1. Cancellation Policy

Lessons not cancelled or rescheduled with at least 24 hours notice are billable to the client and payable to the teacher. This does not of course apply to travel fees unless the notice is effectively given at the door and the teacher has travelled to the location.

2. Cessation (quitting) Policy

A client must provide a 2 lesson notice period to stop lessons. So a weekly student needs to give 2 weeks of notice, a biweekly student works out to 3 weeks notice and a twice weekly student works out to a week of notice.

3. Illness Policy

Lessons cancelled due to illness or extraordinary circumstances with less than 24 hours notice remain billable to the client and payable to the teacher.

BAH teachers are encouraged to offer a make-up lesson at a future date in the interest of client relations and general goodwill. This only makes sense as teaching a student with the flu for example, will ruin the rest of your week's employment.

No more than 2 lessons may be made up due to illness within a 60 day period.

4. Rescheduling Policy

Any lesson can be cancelled or rescheduled with at least 24 hours notice.

Summer Vacation and Extended Absence Policy

Clients may schedule longer absences for trips etc. 24 hours notice is required.

It is normal and typical for students and about 20% of our teachers to schedule a break in the summer. We do not enforce a notice period (see cessation of lessons) at the end of a long summer break.

5. Evaluation Period

There are no free trial lessons with Beethoven at Home but we do offer a 2 lesson evaluation period where it is easy to try out a teacher. There are no free lessons during the evaluation period and clients may choose to discontinue the lessons at any time by providing the required 24 hours notice. After the student's 3rd lesson the required 2 lesson notice period will apply (see cessation of lessons above).

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