Elias | Teacher #2190
About Elias
Elias, a dedicated pianist and composer, holds a master's degree from the Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester, and is currently pursuing a D.M.A. at the University of Toronto. With extensive experience in piano performance and composition, Elias offers personalized instruction in composition, piano, counterpoint, harmony, and advanced music theory. He emphasizes technique, theoretical knowledge, and efficient practice routines while nurturing each student's potential. Elias is available for lessons online, in your home, or at his studio, providing a supportive learning environment for students of all levels. Book an interview now!
Piano Composition Counterpoint Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Composition Music Theory (Advanced)
Online Lessons
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Teaching Philosophy
I believe in adapting to each student's pace and preferences, but here are a few things that I share with all my students: - Technique training through physical warm up exercises - Proper physical movement on the piano - Importance of having a sound theoretical knowledge - My method in learning harder pieces through dividing it in smaller fragments - Developing consistent and efficient practice routines For composition students: - Counterpoint, and Harmony - Improvisation and musicianship - Orchestration - Analyzing the great master composers and learning from them Most importantly, I find it very important to encourage each student to reach their maximum potential, and will guide them through it every step of the way.
Musical Education
I am a pianist and composer with a masters degree from the Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester. Currently, I am enrolled in the D.M.A program at the University of Toronto where I will be focusing on composing for piano , chamber ensembles, and orchestral works. I have been playing piano since the age five, and I can not imagine my life without music in it. I would certainly love to share my knowledge with you or your children.
Awards and Distinctions
-Golden Key Composition Competition winner twice -Fidelio Solo Piano composition competition winner -Fully funded scholarship at UofT Faculty of Music
Special Skills and Trainings
- Vienna Performances of my solo piano compositions - RNCM Brand New Orchestra composer in residence - RNCM Percussion Ensemble composer in residence - UofT Percussion ensemble composer in residence - Conducting course with Maestro Uri Mayer
Lessons on an online platform
Elias 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:
Elias 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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