Jimuel Dav | Teacher #2986
About Jimuel Dav
Jimuel Dav is a highly accomplished teacher offering lessons in composition and piano, both in his studio in Vancouver and in students' homes. His educational credentials are extensive, holding a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of British Columbia, a Master of Music and a Graduate Certificate in Music Theory from Michigan State University, and a Bachelor of Music from the University of the Philippines. Jimuel's approach to teaching is to inspire and facilitate students to achieve their musical aspirations and provide them with the necessary resources and support. His awards include being a finalist in the Banaue International Music Composition Competition and receiving multiple scholarships and fellowships during his academic career. Jimuel Dav offers a vibrant learning experience tailored to each student's needs, available both in his studio and through home visits. Book an interview with Jimuel Dav now to explore music learning that promotes achievement and creativity.
Piano Composition Ear Training Counterpoint Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege Dictation Composition Music Theory (Advanced)
In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Pop Broadway Musicals Christian
English
Teaching Philosophy
I encourage my students to explore their creative skills. As a mentor, I aim to facilitate and support my students to achieve their goals not just in their own work but in their own career and provide them the resources they need. I aim to connect to my students, build rapport, by knowing their background, and interests. By this, the students will get a sense that I am interested and invested in their learning and growth and get a better understanding of the direction they want to pursue in terms of their creativity. Teaching encourages me to continue to widen my knowledge by listening and studying more music, exploring new ideas, concepts, and learning new styles and techniques. I aim to improve and always evaluate my own teaching strategies so I can cater to a wide range of students and to always be a better, more efficient pedagogue each day.
Musical Education
I have attended the following schools: University of British Columbia - Doctor of Musical Arts Michigan State University - Master of Music, Grad Certificate in Music Theory University of the Philippines - Bachelor of Music
Awards and Distinctions
- Banaue International Music Composition Competition Finalist | 2018 - Magna Cum Laude and Class Valedictorian of the University of the Philippines College of Music | 2016 - University of the Philippines College of Music Dean’s Medal Award | 2016 - Asian Composers League, Yoshiro Irino Composers Prize Award | 2015 - International Federation for Choral Music Composition Competition Finalist | 2013 Funding Awards - Four Year Fellowships (4YF) Tuition Award | UBC | 2022 - International Tuition Award | UBC | 2022 - President's Academic Excellence Initiative PhD Award | UBC | 2022 - Four Year Fellowships (4YF) For PhD Students | UBC | 2022 - Research Enhancement Award | Michigan State University | 2021 - Delia Koo Endowment Funding | Michigan State University | 2021 - International Student Emergency Tuition Award | Michigan State University | 2021 - Graduate Independent Project Funding | Michigan State University | 2021 - Fellowship Award | Michigan State University | 2020 - Midlife Crisis Band Scholarship | 2014-2016
Special Skills and Trainings
Composition Workshops and New Music Festivals ● Running Start Career Development Cohorts | Summer 2021 Bi-weekly meetings for career development. ● Ensemble Evolution | Summer 2021 Activities include workshops, seminars, and collaboration with musicians and composers. ● Charlotte New Music Festival | Summer 2021 Activities include workshops, seminars, masterclasses, and performances.. ● Zfestival | Summer 2021 Activities include workshops, seminars, masterclasses, and performances. Masterclasses in Composition ● Lansing McLoskey | Charlotte New Music Festival | 2021 ● Chinary Ung | 2021 ● Jennifer Jolley | Michigan State University | 2021 Skills ● Instrumental Piano (classical, jazz, pop) and rondalla instruments (bandurria, laud, octavina, guitar, bass) ● Language English, Cebuano, Tagalog, basic Mandarin. ● Technical Sibelius, Logic, Reaper, iMovie, Garageband, Microsoft Office, Mainstage
Lessons in your home
Jimuel Dav is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Burnaby, BC
- Richmond, BC
- Vancouver, BC
- West Vancouver, BC
Lessons in a music studio
Jimuel Dav 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
Jimuel Dav 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:
Jimuel Dav 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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