Lucas | Teacher #4485
About Lucas
Lucas, based in Vancouver, offers personalized instruction in classical guitar, composition, electric bass, electric guitar, general guitar, singer-songwriter development, and voice, catering to students aged 13 and up. With foundational training from the University of Toronto in classical voice and additional mentorship from renowned instructors, Lucas brings a well-rounded skill set enriched by experiences across multiple bands and musical genres. Lessons are available online and in-home, structured to enhance each student's artistic journey.
Guitar Voice Electric Guitar Electric Bass Classical Guitar Composition Singer-Songwriter Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Composition
Online Lessons
Country Pop Rock Rock and Roll Folk Blues Rhythm and Blues Ska Funk Punk
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Teaching Philosophy
Music has enriched my life since I can remember. It has bonded me to events, places and people and provided me with a powerful sense of purpose for the past two decades: I still get excited about it. As a teacher, I'm most interested in nurturing each student's relationship to their unique musicality. Whatever styles or ambitions they have, I believe it's essential to develop as an artist above all else. Technique is meant to serve ideas. I like to get a sense of what a person's goals are, what motivates them and then help provide tools and directions for them to achieve those goals.
Musical Education
I have attended the following schools - University of Toronto Classical Voice Performance (1st year) At the University of Toronto I studied with Peter Barnes.
Special Skills and Trainings
Out of school I've studied with Lynne Leydier and Marie Baron vocally. As a guitarist I've studied with a number of teachers across many disciplines and have played in many different bands. - RCM Grade Vocal Performance Exam with honours - Grade 2 Advanced Rudiments in Music
Lessons on an online platform
Lucas 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:
Lucas 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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