Matthew | Teacher #2287
About Matthew
Matthew, with a BMus from McGill University, specializes in early music vocal performance. With a rich background in singing, including performances in prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall, Matthew brings a wealth of experience to his teaching. Fluent in English, he offers engaging lessons in piano, voice, dictation, ear training, harmony, music appreciation, music history, and both beginner-intermediate and advanced music theory. Matthew's philosophy centers on creating a fun and enriching learning process tailored to each student's needs. Whether online, in your home, or at his studio, Matthew is dedicated to helping students discover their musical voice and identity. Book an interview now.
Piano Voice Ear Training Music History Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege Music Appreciation Dictation Music Theory (Advanced) RCM - Analysis RCM - History RCM - Intermediate Harmony RCM - Basic Harmony RCM - Intermediate Rudiments RCM - Basic Rudiments
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Pop Rock Rock and Roll Folk Celtic Christian Rhythm and Blues Baroque
English
Teaching Philosophy
Music is a language that communicates the joy our human existence. Music is extremely important in my life, as it helps me to connect with myself and others in a very unique way! I love to teach music because, I want to help others discover their musical voice and identity. As a singer, I focus on deep and supported breath. Breath is what sustains the voice, and allows it to be heard, projected and communicated to whoever is listening. As such, my teaching focuses on bodywork and breathing, which are the foundations of vocal technique. Having fun is essential to creating music and singing! My lessons focus on each student's particular needs, to ensure that learning something new is always an enriching and fun process.
Musical Education
This coming year I will graduate with a BMus from McGill University, specializing in early music vocal performance! At school, I love to sing Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque music. I grew up in Ottawa and sang as a boy soprano in Christ Church Ottawa Men and Boys’ choir. During my years with the boys’ choir I had a blast touring and singing around Canada and the UK. I also sang my solo debut at the National Arts Centre as the shepherd boy in Puccini’s Tosca. I studied RCM piano for many years and began my vocal training in High school. In Montreal, I have had the pleasure of working with the best teachers and coaches in Canada. More recently, I have had the pleasure of singing as a soloist in Handel’s Messiah, J.S Bach’s Mass in B minor. At McGill, I also sang a lead role in Opera McGill’s production of Handel’s Partenope. Last March, I sang at the Internationale Bachakademie in Stuttgart, Germany, where I got a chance to tour and perform works by J.S Bach. In Montreal, I occasionally work as a professional chorister with the Studio de musique ancienne de Montréal, the Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul, and L'Harmonie des saisons.
Special Skills and Trainings
Growing up, my mother introduced me to music. She studied music at university, and always made sure to introduce me to new musical experiences. While growing up, she always encouraged me to share my musical talents with others. Likewise, she always helps me to remember to be generous with music, and this is something that I take into my teaching. I spent many years as a Red Cross Instructor where I worked closely with families and children. As such I have lots of experience helping kids to learn brand-new skills.
Lessons in your home
Matthew is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Mont-Royal, QC
- Montreal, QC
- Montreal-Ouest, QC
- Westmount, QC
Lessons in a music studio
Matthew 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
Matthew 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:
Matthew 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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