Jackson | Teacher #3981
About Jackson
Jackson is a dedicated music instructor, offering comprehensive lessons in composition, guitar, percussion, piano, singer-songwriter, and voice. His Bachelor of Music pursuit at UBC reflects his commitment to musical excellence. Beginning piano at 13, Jackson's journey expanded into composition and diverse musical genres. His teaching philosophy prioritizes joy and creativity, ensuring a stress-free learning environment for students of all ages. Whether in-home or online, Jackson tailors lessons to individual needs, nurturing a love for music in every student. Join Jackson's musical adventure today!
Piano Guitar Voice Percussions Composition Singer-Songwriter Ear Training Music History Counterpoint Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Music Appreciation Dictation Composition Jazz Improvation
Online Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Jazz Pop Rock Blues
English
Teaching Philosophy
I believe that any and all music is valuable, and that's why I try to remain open to new musical experiences in my teaching approach. For me, a student that is interested in classical music can be taught to love music and the piano as much as someone who enjoys country music or pop. Keeping the joy of music alive through my teaching is my main goal; whether it be improving a students musical technique, encouraging their curiosity, or even giving them room to be creative. The last thing I want in a lesson is stress and anxiety, the student should always be left with excitement for the next lesson! That includes Adult students as well. If my lessons weren't fun for me, then I wouldn't be doing music right now. I want the same sort of enthusiasm I felt, to be felt by my students.
Musical Education
I have graduated from UBC with a Bachelor in Music. I spent the first two years of my Bachelor at Douglas College however, where I earned a Diploma in PF Arts and Full Scholarship for my first two years. I had my first piano lessons from age 13 at Langley Community Music School. My piano teacher also helped me with composition which I was also pursuing. I eventually took summer composition lessons at Douglas college when I was 16. During this time I was also became involved in my highschool music program at Walnut Grove Secondary School which included composition, concert band, choir, guitar lessons, and playing for the school musical. It was here that I learned the many different learning processes and styles of different kinds of music. Near the end of highschool I got my RCM level 8 in piano and theory, and eventually level 10 in Piano a few years later. In post-secondary I took private piano lessons as well as composition lessons, and I began to try playing music in styles that were unfamiliar like Jazz, Pop, Rock. It was at this time that I also learned to accompany singers on the piano, and start singing and writing my own songs which I performed at recitals. Most recently I performed a show I co-created at the Fringe Festival where I learned to do musical improvisation and improvised performance outside of my university experience.
Awards and Distinctions
- Won 2 LCMS Young Composer Competition prizes of 500$ MAY 2020/23 - Won Performance Based Tuition Scholarship (Full Ride) MAY 2020 - Won Sharon Stevenson Scholarship for 10,000$ MAY 2020 - Completed RCM Grade 10 in Piano and Grade 8 in Theory JULY 2020 - Training in percussion and guitar at Walnut Grove Secondary SEPT 2017
Special Skills and Trainings
As a composer I have had the opportunity to work with performers who are performing my music. Working with performers on interpretation of my own music gives me a special skill for precision and sensitivity when listening to performers play. Therefore, I listen to each piece as if it were my own, which applies to when students are playing music. My goal is to make sure the music sings, no matter what composer it is, and this skill will definitely apply to how I go about preparing students for performance.
Lessons in your home
Jackson is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Vancouver, BC
Lessons on an online platform
Jackson 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:
Jackson 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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