About Noel
Noel, specializing in composition, electric guitar, singer-songwriting, and ukulele, offers comprehensive music education services. With a deep commitment to nurturing critical thinking and artistic growth, Noel guides students on a journey to discover their unique musical paths. His teaching philosophy emphasizes joy, exploration, and fun, recognizing the transformative power of music. Noel holds a Professional Certification in Jazz Guitar from Berklee College and has explored Digital Music Production at Langara College. He offers in-home, in-studio, and online lessons, ensuring accessibility and convenience. Book an interview now.
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In my approach to music education, I’m deeply committed to encouraging critical thinking as the core of artistic growth, in helping students find their own musical voice. My goal is to equip them with the tools to not just follow set standards, but to question, analyze, and create something truly their own. At the same time, I believe learning should be joyful. I strive to make each lesson fun and full of exploration, because I know the magic of music comes alive when it’s enjoyed. More than just notes and rhythms, I see music as transformative, it can touch hearts, open minds, and inspire change. Ultimately, I aim to guide musicians who not only develop strong skills but also embrace the joy of creating music, believing that this balance helps them become more expressive and compassionate individuals.
Name: Noel (Full name will be provided upon registration)
Age: 30's
Gender: male
During my time working toward a Professional Certification in Jazz Guitar at Berklee, I had the incredible opportunity to learn from some of the most talented guitarists in the world. Their guidance pushed my skills to a new level and gave me a deeper understanding of music. Alongside that, I completed a program in Digital Music Production at Langara College, where I explored how technology influences music in films, video games, and TV shows, and got to experiment with songwriting and composing for those mediums. At Berklee, courses like Music Production Analysis and Critical Listening really reinforced my passion for blending digital innovation with the heart of traditional music. This blend of mentorship, learning, and practical experience has been essential in shaping my musical journey.
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Rates and Studio Policies
Registration Fee: $25.00 (One-time lifetime registration fee may be used by all family members)
Rates for instruction:
30 minute private lesson: $39.00
45 minute private lesson: $49.00
60 minute private lesson: $59.00
Travel charge: additional $15.00 per visit (for lessons in a client's home as opposed to my studio)
1. Cancellation Policy
Lessons not cancelled or rescheduled with at least 24 hours notice are billable to the client and payable to the teacher. This does not of course apply to travel fees unless the notice is effectively given at the door and the teacher has travelled to the location.
2. Cessation (quitting) Policy
A client must provide a 2 lesson notice period to stop lessons. So a weekly student needs to give 2 weeks of notice, a biweekly student works out to 3 weeks notice and a twice weekly student works out to a week of notice.
3. Illness Policy
Lessons cancelled due to illness or extraordinary circumstances with less than 24 hours notice remain billable to the client and payable to the teacher.
BAH teachers are encouraged to offer a make-up lesson at a future date in the interest of client relations and general goodwill. This only makes sense as teaching a student with the flu for example, will ruin the rest of your week's employment.
No more than 2 lessons may be made up due to illness within a 60 day period.
4. Rescheduling Policy
Any lesson can be cancelled or rescheduled with at least 24 hours notice.
Summer Vacation and Extended Absence Policy
Clients may schedule longer absences for trips etc. 24 hours notice is required.
It is normal and typical for students and about 20% of our teachers to schedule a break in the summer. We do not enforce a notice period (see cessation of lessons) at the end of a long summer break.
5. Evaluation Period
There are no free trial lessons with Beethoven at Home but we do offer a 2 lesson evaluation period where it is easy to try out a teacher. There are no free lessons during the evaluation period and clients may choose to discontinue the lessons at any time by providing the required 24 hours notice. After the student's 3rd lesson the required 2 lesson notice period will apply (see cessation of lessons above).
Lessons in your home
Noel is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas
Online lessons
Noel 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.
Noel's Studio Location
Noel offers lessons from his studio. Please note that map locations are based on the postal code of the teachers studio. address will be released to you if needed.