Kayla | Teacher #3479
About Kayla
Kayla offers engaging lessons in saxophone, voice, and music theory, both online and in the comfort of your home. With 12 years of private singing instruction and ongoing studies in Capilano University's Jazz Studies program, Kayla is well-equipped to inspire musical growth. Her diverse expertise spans classical RCM to musical theatre and jazz. As a recipient of numerous awards and distinctions, including RCM certifications and excellence awards in various music courses, Kayla brings a depth of knowledge to her teaching. Fluent in English, she fosters a supportive learning environment where students can explore their musical passions. Book an interview now for enriching lessons that unlock your musical potential!
Voice Saxophone Singer-Songwriter Ear Training Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege Music Appreciation Dictation Jazz Improvation
Online Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Jazz Pop Broadway Musicals
English
Teaching Philosophy
Since childhood, I have *always* sought out music and the arts as a means of expressing myself. The sheer passion and joy that I feel when I'm making and listening to music is incomparable, and I've always wanted to share that feeling with other people. Music is a powerful tool to channel one's emotions, and invoke an emotional response in listeners too. I'm confident that with musical training anyone can learn to appreciate music at a deeper level, and develop their own ability to uniquely express themselves with song. I think that music is one of the best gifts anyone could receive, and to better understand what you like about music can improve your quality of life.
Musical Education
Private singing lessons have been a part of my life for the past 12 years and counting, having studied classical RCM material for 8 years before pivoting to musical theatre and jazz styles. I am going into my second year of studying voice at Capilano University's Jazz Studies program with the goal of becoming a music educator.
Awards and Distinctions
- Subject Excellence award recognition in the following secondary school courses: Concert Band 10, 11, 12, Concert Choir 10, 11, 12, Vocal Jazz 10, 11, 12, Jazz Band 10, 11, 12, Musical Theatre 10, 11, and 12. - Top Overall Student GPA of my entire grade in 2019
Special Skills and Trainings
- Current University music student - RCM level 5 Theory and Voice certificate (90%+ final score) - RCM level 7 voice repertoire knowledge and performance - Coastal Sound Youth Choir performances between 2020-2023 - Numerous live performances--both in-person and digital--for school fundraising events between 2017-2021 - Soprano 1 in the 2019 BCMEA Honours Vocal Jazz ensemble, 20+ hours of workshop time with Brian Dokko
Lessons in your home
Kayla is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Burnaby, BC
- Coquitlam, BC
- Port Coquitlam, BC
- Port Moody, BC
Lessons on an online platform
Kayla 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:
Kayla 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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