Gergely | Teacher #4505
About Gergely
Gergely offers electric guitar, guitar, and singer-songwriter lessons, along with music theory and ear training. He holds an Advanced Diploma in Music Performance from Cambrian College, specializing in classical guitar. Fluent in English and Hungarian, Gergely provides lessons in-home in Toronto, in-studio, and online. With a passion for rock and heavy metal, he brings a well-rounded musical expertise, also incorporating harmony, music history, and solfège into his teaching.
Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Singer-Songwriter Ear Training Music History Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege Music Appreciation
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Rock Rock and Roll Heavy Metal Folk Blues Progressive Rock Rhythm and Blues Ska
English Hungarian
Teaching Philosophy
I believe the student must look forward to playing their instrument. There is no point to playing the instrument if there is no passion or joy for it. I believe in learning through play. I will ensure that all lessons involve games on the instrument that have the right musical exercises in them. I will make sure that the student’s homework is not just a rigorous and boring sequence of rutting an exercise. I will make sure the lesson is also a pleasant experience. If I ever make a student dread my lessons, then I’ll resign. Enjoyed playing and practicing is the way to betterment. If I have done one of the following things, then I’ll consider my job a success. Made the student better at their instrument. Made them love their instrument more. Inspired them to play more. Given them something to look forward to in their day to day life.
Musical Education
I've been playing the guitar since I was 14. I mainly play rock and heavy metal, but I can also play the classical guitar. I have an Advanced Diploma in Music Performance from Cambrian College in Sudbury. I majored in classical guitar for my 3 years there. Over these 3 years, I minored in piano and cello intermittently and now have RCM levels in both. I was in choir for all 3 of these years as a bass and then a tenor. I was also in chamber choir for a year and a half during this time, wherein I performed as a bass, a baritone, and a tenor singer. Both choirs entailed professional performances, including singing with the Sudbury Youth Orchestra on several occasions. I gained advanced music theory knowledge over my time here, covering themes such as four part writing, fugue, and counterpoint. In my final 2 years of this diploma, I had rigorous pedagogical training from my professors. One of my professors was highly trained in the Suzuki method and he was able to add that knowledge to our curriculum. In my final year, I was given two students in classical guitar.
Awards and Distinctions
Kiwanis gold award for an RCM grade 8 piece: Niccolò Paganini's Grand Sonata for Guitar and Violin.
Special Skills and Trainings
I was taught guitar since I was 14. I went to the Music Performance program at Cambrian College in Sudbury. The peculiar training I was given gave me plenty of knowledge and skills on the guitar. I also learned a whole new style of teaching. I have developed this style over the years and I've found through experience that it is suitable for students of all ages. All of my music related experiences up till now have enriched my knowledge, hence I know I have what it takes to make someone better at their instrument of choice.
Lessons in your home
Gergely is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Toronto, ON
Lessons in a music studio
Gergely offers lessons from his studio. Map locations are approximate and based on the postal code of the teacher’s studio. The full address will be provided upon registration.Lessons on an online platform
Gergely 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:
Gergely 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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