Carlos | Teacher #3555
About Carlos
Carlos is an experienced piano teacher fluent in English and Spanish, offering online and in-home lessons tailored to students of all ages. With nearly two decades of teaching, Carlos is pursuing a Master's degree in Musicology at McGill after studying Music Education and Ethnomusicology at UNAM. He excels in engaging students with his dynamic teaching style, fostering a deep appreciation for music. Carlos teaches piano, ear training, harmony, music appreciation, and music history, emphasizing foundational skills through the RCM and other recognized methods. His awards include multiple academic achievements and international scholarships. Book an interview with Carlos now for a comprehensive and culturally enriched musical education.
Piano Ear Training Music History Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Music Appreciation RCM
Online Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical
English Spanish
Teaching Philosophy
I teach music to make people grow, no matter their skills or their age. As long as they enjoy themselves playing, I would feel that they are making progress. The most important part of my teaching philosophy is that everyone can make music. I plan my classes and teach according to each person's needs.
Musical Education
I am about to start my Musicology Master's degree at McGill. Back in Mexico, I studied Music Education and Ethnomusicology at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), where I also got a Diploma in Music Philosophy and took many courses in Suzuki, Dalcroze and Kodaly methods. I have taught music for almost 20 years from preschoolers to seniors in formal and informal environments. I have worked in schools such as Colegio Cedros, Universidad Panamericana, and the Continuing Studies departments of UNAM and Capilano University, and I have also taught in-home piano lessons during these years.
Awards and Distinctions
Capilano University International Student Award (2017 & 2018) International Scholarship UNAM - UNA (Mexico - Paraguay) 2013 Academic Achievement Award (2008, 2010, 2011, 2012)
Special Skills and Trainings
Se habla español! I have taught English and Spanish speaker learners. I have been the translator for the ABRSM certificates. I have been learning French to have the opportunity to teach French speakers in Montreal!
Lessons in your home
Carlos is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Montreal, QC
Lessons on an online platform
Carlos can provide online instruction. While other platforms are possible BAH strongly recommends the use of the Zoom video conferencing platform as it is optimized for music lessons and audio quality.Reviews
Associate Teacher Lesson Rates:
Carlos is a Beethoven at Home Associate Teacher
- 30 minutes: $39
- 45 minutes: $49
- 60 minutes: $59
Home visit fee: $15 minimum fee. Teachers may negotiate a higher travel fee if the travel distance is longer than they are comfortable with. Most arrangements use the minimum fee.
One-Time Family Registration: $25. This covers your entire family for life - once you're in, everyone can take lessons!
Our Promise to You
Getting Started Together
We don't offer free trials, but we do something better - a relaxed 2-lesson getting-to-know-you period. You can pause anytime with just 24 hours notice. After your third lesson, we ask for a friendly 2-lesson heads up if you need to stop.
Life Happens - We Get It
Give us 24 hours notice for any cancellation or reschedule and you'll receive full credit. Planning a family vacation or summer break? Perfect - just let us know a day ahead and we'll pause your lessons.
When You're Under the Weather
If illness strikes with short notice (less than 24 hours), you'll still be charged since your teacher has reserved that time. However, most teachers are happy to offer makeup lessons when possible - they have the final say, especially if last-minute cancellations become a pattern.
Stopping Lessons
Need to take a break? We just ask for a 2-lesson notice:
Weekly lessons = 2 weeks notice
Every other week = 3 weeks notice
Twice weekly = 1 week notice
Summer breaks are different - no notice period needed when you return in the fall!
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