Yiwei - Teacher #4829

Instruments:
- Piano

Services:
- Ear Training
- Harmony
- Jazz Improvation
- Music Appreciation
- Music Theory (Advanced)
- Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate)

Languages:
- English
- Mandarin

Teaching Philosophy

I guide students in discovering their own sound and style on the piano, encouraging creativity and self-expression. With a solid foundation in theory and technique, they gain the confidence and skills to explore music in unique and meaningful ways. I specialize in jazz and improvisation, and tailor each lesson to the student’s interests—whether that’s jazz, pop, or original compositions—so that making music stays fresh, inspiring, and genuinely enjoyable.

Musical Education

I have attended the following schools earning the following degrees/certificates:
- Concordia University - Bachelor of Fine Arts in Jazz Studies
- McGill University - Bachelor of Arts in Music and Psychology
- Berklee College of Music - Professional Certificate in Keyboard Skills

Special Skills and Training

With a background in psychology, I strive to create a supportive environment where students can learn and grow in their own unique ways. I’ve also mentored students and led community music sessions that emphasize connection and creativity, making lessons a space where students feel comfortable and inspired to find their own voice. I perform regularly in a variety of settings—from cozy cafés and jazz bars to big bands and community centers. These diverse experiences keep my playing fresh and versatile, giving me real-world insights into improvisation, style, and collaboration. Performing live also teaches me to listen deeply and adapt quickly—skills I love sharing with my students to help them become confident, expressive musicians.

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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