Mia | Teacher #3666
About Mia
Mia offers online and in-home lessons specializing in voice, ukulele, and music appreciation. With a diverse background in musical theatre, pop, rock, jazz, rhythm, and blues, as well as experience in singing with bands and collaborating with artists across different genres, Mia brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her teaching. Holding a theatre degree from the University of Waterloo and a sound healing certification specializing in voice, Mia is dedicated to helping students of all ages tap into their creativity and musical potential. Whether introducing preschoolers to the basics or guiding older students through advanced theory and practice, Mia's teaching approach focuses on fostering creativity, inclusivity, and teamwork. Book an interview with Mia now.
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Teaching Philosophy
I am a passionate educator who finds great joy in teaching music to children of all ages. Whether it's introducing preschoolers to the basics or delving into advanced theory and practice with older students, every moment is an exciting adventure. My teaching approach involves encouraging students to tap into their own creativity while grasping complex concepts. I firmly believe that all children possess artistic abilities, and music classes provide a platform for incredible collaborations and creations. Additionally, these classes foster teamwork and inclusivity, values that I consider highly significant. With eager anticipation, I am excitedly looking forward to another incredible year filled with happiness and music.
Musical Education
I have a theatre degree from the University of Waterloo. Most of my theatre experience was musical theatre where I learned to sing classical and modern pop/ theatre styles. I went on to sing in Various corporate bands where I was lead singing in various styles. Mainly Pop, Rock, Jazz and Rhythm and Blues. Working with these groups resulted in touring much of Canada and the USA with Craig Ruhnke who was considered Canada's beach boy. I moved to Chile in 2012 and began learning different styles of music. I went on to sing with Cumbia and Salsa bands. I also collaborated with a number of Chilean artists. During this time, I started writing and composing my first album. I am now working on my 6th album release. I have played my original music in a number of venues and festivals including Canadian music week. Because of my singing experience, I was hired with an International music academy in Chile as a vocal coach. After one year of working as a vocal coach, I started teaching preschool music classes at an international private school. As the school grew larger, I started to teach primary grades. I also designed extra curricular programs and writing camps for children up to grade 8. After 5 years at the school, I became the head of the music department.
Special Skills and Trainings
I have spent many years singing on stages and I like to help my vocal students work on their performance skills as well as vocal skills. I also have a sound healing certification, specializing in voice. I use many techniques from my studies to help my students with breath work and connecting their emotions to their practical singing skills.
Lessons in your home
Mia is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Cambridge, ON
- Kitchener, ON
- Waterloo, ON
Lessons on an online platform
Mia 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:
Mia 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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