Kathy | Teacher #4435
About Kathy
Kathy, based in Calgary, offers piano and singer-songwriter lessons to students of all ages, from 5 years old to adults. With a Bachelor of Music from the University of Calgary and over 20 years of teaching experience, she is fluent in both English and Cantonese. Kathy specializes in classical and pop piano styles, as well as preparing students for RCM exams. She provides lessons online and in her home studio. Additionally, Kathy offers instruction in music theory and RCM rudiments.
Piano Singer-Songwriter Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) RCM RCM - Intermediate Rudiments RCM - Basic Rudiments
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons
Classical Pop Folk Broadway Musicals Celtic Christian Gospel
English Cantonese
Teaching Philosophy
Learning piano is a committed process consisting of regular practices and encouragements. When working with students, I would always set long-term goals for the year, as well as short-term goals to help students feel motivated that they have accomplished something each week. I utilize creative mediums to make lessons fun and dynamic. I also enjoy working with students who are looking for short-term piano lessons to learn a few songs or fine-tune their piano skills for a specific purpose. I can teach both classical and pop piano styles, with specialization on preparing students for RCM exams as well as theory rudiments. My home studio is in NW Calgary.
Musical Education
I grew up in a musical family and loves to experiment with different genres of music. I studied classical piano since 5 years old and hold a Bachelor of Music degree from University of Calgary. As a seasoned music educator with over 20 years of teaching experiences in RCM exam programs and interest-based curriculum, I am passionate in cultivating musical enjoyment and appreciation in students of all ages. I am fluent in English and Cantonese.
Special Skills and Trainings
- Kodaly Method - Songwriter/Composer for an original musical
Lessons in a music studio
Kathy offers lessons from her 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
Kathy 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:
Kathy 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!
-
Reviews about our Teachers
with ReviewsIO
-
Secure Payments
with Chase Paymentech
-
Verfified Teachers
with Certn