Joe | Teacher #4275
About Joe
Joe is a versatile Beethoven at Home teacher offering bass clarinet, clarinet, flute, and saxophone lessons for students aged 12 to adults. With a strong educational background including a Diploma in Jazz Performance from Mount Royal University and a Bachelor of Music from MacEwan University, Joe is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education at the University of Alberta. Lessons are available online and in-home across several areas in Alberta. Book an interview to start your musical journey with Joe today!
Flute Clarinet Saxophone Bass Clarinet Ear Training Music History Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Music Appreciation Composition Music Theory (Advanced) Jazz Improvation
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Jazz Rock and Roll Funk
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Teaching Philosophy
Music is a skill that I whole heartedly believe is accessible to everyone, regardless of background, ability, or talent. I have seen musicians with superb natural ability but little incentive to practice, surpassed in skill by newcomers with no musical background, but a strong desire to improve. What sets apart a great from a good musician is the drive to keep getting better. The right teacher can really make or break the study of music for an individual. While some students thrive on drilling scales, others require a frequent change in pace and content. Though technique is an essential aspect of mastering an instrument, it should not come at the expense of the joy of making music. In my teaching practice I strive to make even scales enjoyable to work on and I believe that technique should always support repertoire, and never overshadow it. A good teacher understands that each student learns differently. A great teacher is one who fosters a love of a particular musical instrument or style and gives students the tools to take control of their own learning.
Musical Education
Mount Royal University - Diploma in Jazz Performance - 2013 MacEwan University - Bachelor of Music - 2017 University of Alberta - Bachelor of Education - Current
Lessons in your home
Joe is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Beaumont, AB
- Devon, AB
- Edmonton, AB
- Fort Saskatchewan, AB
- Leduc, AB
Lessons in a music studio
Joe 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
Joe 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:
Joe 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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