Kai - Teacher #4684

Instruments:
- Drumset
- Guitar
- Piano

Services:
- Dictation
- Ear Training
- Harmony
- Music History
- Music Theory (Advanced)
- Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate)
- RCM
- RCM - Analysis
- RCM - Basic Harmony
- RCM - History
- RCM - Intermediate Harmony

Languages:
- English

Teaching Philosophy

Music is a form of expression and connection, and I believe everyone has the ability to learn and grow as a musician. My teaching focuses on building strong technique while keeping lessons engaging and tailored to each student’s goals. I emphasize a thoughtful, structured approach while maintaining a relaxed and supportive environment. Learning music should be both challenging and enjoyable, without unnecessary pressure. Whether working with beginners or experienced players, my goal is to help students develop skill, confidence, and a deeper understanding of their instrument.

Musical Education

I am currently finishing a Bachelor of Music, Honours in Music Education (piano) degree at Western University. I plan to pursue a Master's in Music degree the following year. Throughout my undergrad, I have found success in performance and academics as well as learning a lot about common pedagogies and teaching methods. Prior to this, I have been studying the piano since I was six years old and have my RCM Level 10 Certificate.

Awards and Distinctions

1st Prize Winner of the Fred Pattison Solo Piano Competition, 2024
Dr. Sherwood Fox Music Award, 2024
2nd Prize Winner of the Fred Pattison Solo Piano Competition, 2023
2nd Award at the Kiwanis Music Festival, 2021
Music Entrance Scholarship of Distinction, 2021
Western Scholarship of Distinction, 2021
RCM Level 10 Piano Certificate, 2021
1st Award at the Kiwanis Music Festival, 2020
3rd Award at the Kiwanis Music Festival, 2019

Special Skills and Training

Music has always been a central part of my life. I studied privately with Dr. Angela Park and Svetlana Kotliarenko, performed in Kiwanis festivals, and earned my Grade 10 RCM prior to pursuing a B.Mus degree. Beyond performance, I’ve taken deep dives into pedagogy and philosophy which have shaped my approach to teaching. I believe music education should be adaptable, inspiring, and rooted in genuine connection. Regardless of the methods, my goal is to cultivate not just technical skill, but a lifelong love for music.

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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