Mina | Teacher #2403
About Mina
Mina, with a master’s degree in Music Theory and Composition, offers online lessons in piano and a variety of advanced music theory topics. With expertise in techniques like the Alexander Technique and body mapping, she prioritizes students' physical well-being while teaching. Mina's extensive background includes performances across international stages and guest appearances at renowned music festivals. Fluent in English, Farsi, and Persian, she tailors her teaching to students of all ages, drawing from diverse music education systems. Book an interview with Mina today.
Piano Ear Training Counterpoint Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege Music Appreciation Dictation Composition RCM Music Theory (Advanced) Alexander Technique Feldenkrais RCM - Analysis RCM - Counterpoint RCM - History RCM - Advanced Harmony RCM - Intermediate Harmony RCM - Basic Harmony
Online Lessons
Classical Pop Folk Broadway Musicals Baroque
English Farsi Persian
Teaching Philosophy
I also have in-depth knowledge and teaching skills of today's most well-reputed music education systems to youngsters, including Waldorf, Eurhythmics (Dalcroze), movement-based learnings. I use improvisation to teach piano techniques. Improvisation would have a substantial impact on the students' creativity. Not to mention that this technique would be beneficial in achieving better motor programs in their performance and musicality. I am aware of somatic approaches such as body mapping, Taubman and Alexandre Technique to prevent or reduce physical injuries during the piano performance as the result of my latest music education degree from the University of Ottawa
Musical Education
I have a master’s degree in Music Theory and Composition, a Graduate Diploma in Performing Arts, and have just recently received another Graduate Diploma (otherwise known as 1-year master’s program) in Piano Pedagogy from the University of Ottawa, which is in the core a postgraduate research program in Music Education.
Special Skills and Trainings
- I have been playing piano since I was 11 years old. Before that, I was playing a middle-eastern instrument called "Santoor". - As a composer and pianist, I have performed in various solo and ensemble formations. My music has been performed in Berlin, Moscow, Yerevan, and Tehran. I was a guest composer at Tehran Contemporary Music Festival (TCMF, 2017and 2018). - I am one of the Ontario Registered Music Teacher Association. (ORMTA) -Some of previous students are now studying music at universities and conservatoires around the world. - Some of my students have got grade 5, 6, 7 ABRSM in Piano.
Lessons on an online platform
Mina 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:
Mina 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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