Matt | Teacher #2838
About Matt
Matt, a versatile music instructor, offers lessons in guitar, piano, voice, violin, viola, and composition. With over 20 years of experience and a Bachelor of Music degree, Matt's teaching style blends patience, encouragement, and humor, creating a fun-filled learning environment. Whether online, in your home, or at his studio, Matt's lessons cater to all ages and skill levels, fostering a love for music and helping students reach their full potential.
Piano Guitar Voice Violin Viola Composition Singer-Songwriter Ear Training Music History Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Music Appreciation Dictation Composition Music Theory (Advanced)
In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Country Pop Rock Rock and Roll Folk Blues Broadway Musicals Celtic Christian Rhythm and Blues Irish Fiddle Bluegrass Baroque
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Teaching Philosophy
I am a highly experienced musician offering lessons in violin, viola, guitar, keyboard, composition, and music theory for students of all ages and skill levels. My teaching approach is focused on inspiring you by incorporating your favorite songs into the repertoire. From the latest hits to world music, classical, jazz, and folk, you will explore a diverse range of musical styles. My teaching style is characterized by patience, encouragement, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor. Learning with me will be a fun-filled experience that brings out the best in you! Having taught numerous students over the past 20 years in Perth, Western Australia, and being actively involved in popular bands as a fiddle player and singer, I now look forward to meeting you in Vancouver and supporting you on your musical journey!
Musical Education
With a Bachelor of Music with First Class Honours from the University of Western Australia and a Graduate Diploma of Education (Music and English) from the Western Australian College of Advanced Education, my academic background has provided me with a strong foundation in both music and education. These qualifications have equipped me with the knowledge and expertise to effectively teach music and instill a love for the arts in my students. I am passionate about sharing my musical knowledge and helping my students achieve their full potential in music education.
Awards and Distinctions
I was Dux of music and english on leaving high school and was named top student of my graduating music class at university - all in Perth, Western Australia 1979-1984
Special Skills and Trainings
As a musician and teacher, my strength lies in my diverse experiences, which include working with various age groups, conducting choirs and bands, teaching composition, and performing in different musical settings. I have developed innovative ways to teach concepts like pitch and rhythm, making learning music enjoyable for my students. My goal is to inspire and nurture each student's musical abilities, helping them explore and appreciate the beauty of music in their own unique way.
Lessons in your home
Matt is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Vancouver, BC
Lessons in a music studio
Matt 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
Matt 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:
Matt 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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