Jillian - Teacher #4758

Instruments:
- Piano
- Voice

Services:
- Ear Training
- Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate)
- Solfege

Languages:
- English
- French

Teaching Philosophy

Music is self-expression. It allows us to explore our inner selves and express our thoughts and feelings in an indescribable way. Singing, in particular, is an incredibly personal instrument. Each singer has a unique voice and anatomy, and this individuality is celebrated in my classroom.

In my lessons, I provide a safe space for students to discover and nurture their own voice, helping them develop as artists. Together, we will build a strong technical foundation and musical knowledge in addition to essential skills such as discipline, patience, and a strong sense of self --skills that will serve them their whole lives.

I teach students of all ages and backgrounds in both voice and piano and in many cases, I help them learn how to self-accompany on different instruments like guitar, piano, and ukulele. Some have come to me believing they are completely tone deaf, and now they are performing for large audiences. My philosophy is simple: everyone can sing, and there is always a seat for everyone at the table.

Musical Education

I hold a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from McGill University and Grade 10 certifications in both voice and piano from the Royal Conservatory of Music. Most recently, I completed nine months of further studies in Paris, France, supported by a Canada Council grant, where I deepened my expertise in French vocal music.
My education and performance experience span France, Switzerland, and Canada, allowing me to approach teaching with a well-rounded artistic perspective. I am passionate about teaching all styles of music, particularly opera and classical, pop, and jazz.

Awards and Distinctions

Awards & Scholarships
● Canada Council for the Arts (2024)
Professional Development Grant
Art Song Foundation of Canada (2021 and 2023)
● Art Song Bursary
McGill University Schulich School of Music (2019-2023)
● Outstanding Achievement in Voice Graduation Scholarship
● Austrian Society Scholarship
● Schulich Scholarship
● Student Excellence Award
● Tomlinson Engagement Mentorship Award
● Margaret Kalil Award for excellence in voice
B.C. Arts Council (2019 and 2020)
● Arts Scholarship
The Vancouver Kiwanis Music Festival Evening Gala
● Tom Lee Scholarship and Prix of Excellence in Music (2017)
The B.C. Provincials Festival
● 2nd place – Junior Division Classical Voice (2015)
● 3rd place – Intermediate Division Classical Voice (2016)
● 3rd place – Intermediate Division Classical Voice (2017)

Special Skills and Training

Music has always been a central part of my life, but my path as a teacher has been shaped by a wide range of experiences. I grew up studying both voice and piano, earning my RCM Grade 10 certifications in both instruments. My love for classical music led me to study in Europe, where I immersed myself in French vocal tradition with a professor at the CNSM de Paris. Beyond performance, I have worked in artist management at Canadian record labels, where I gained a deep understanding of the music industry, from classical to contemporary genres like R&B and pop. This experience has influenced my teaching—I encourage students not only to develop strong technical foundations but also to explore creativity, expression, and storytelling through music. I have sung in festivals across Canada and Europe, including the Verbier Festival Atelier Lyrique in Switzerland, the Gstaad Vocal Academy and Festival, the Academy Françis Poulenc in France, and the Mozarteum University Academy in Salzburg. These experiences have refined my approach to vocal technique and artistry, and I bring this knowledge into my teaching in an accessible, engaging way. Whether working with young beginners or advanced students, I strive to make music both joyful and meaningful, drawing on my diverse background to support each student's unique 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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