Melissa | Teacher #4143
About Melissa
Melissa is a dedicated piano teacher based in Winnipeg, offering lessons to students aged 5 and up. With a background in classical music and a Bachelor's degree in psychology, she brings a tailored approach to each student, incorporating their musical interests while challenging them to grow. Melissa provides lessons in her studio, in students' homes, and online. Her expertise extends to Alexander Technique, ear training, music theory, and more, with instruction available in both English and French.
Piano Ear Training Music History Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege Music Appreciation RCM Suzuki Alexander Technique
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Jazz Country Pop Rock Folk Blues Broadway Musicals Celtic Christian Hip Hop Punk Baroque
English French
Teaching Philosophy
Although my education has been mostly classical, I aim to tailor my lessons to the goals of individual students while maintaining a balanced combination of technique, theory, and musicianship. I do my utmost to foster creativity, musicality, and confidence in my students, and most of all I find it fun and meaningful work! I’m comfortable teaching all ages from 5 years to older adults. I incorporate the music that the student is drawn to and excited by, but I also like to challenge them into areas in which they are less comfortable, where they have room to grow and appreciate. Teaching is an art in itself, and my background in psychology allows me to focus on the individual’s learning style and goals in order to achieve a universally positive experience.
Musical Education
I’ve been teaching piano professionally for three years, have completed my Grade 10 Royal Conservatory of Music practical examination with honours, hold a Bachelor of Arts in psychology, and have completed one year of a Bachelor of Music. After starting my musical education with the violin at age 5, I quickly gravitated more towards the piano and studied up to the age of 18. I participated in music festivals and RCM examinations, both practical and theory. I also took part in community and school musicals and performances as a pianist and accompanist and occasionally with the tenor saxophone. My own piano education was based largely on the RCM curriculum. After completing a BA in Psychology from Concordia University in Montreal in 2015, I later revisited my love for music by starting a music degree at the University of Saskatchewan.
Lessons in your home
Melissa is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Winnipeg, MB
Lessons in a music studio
Melissa 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
Melissa 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:
Melissa 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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